Appraiser News

Valuation Review concludes its interview with the Appraisal Institute (AI) President Paula Konikoff.

In Part II, the AI president speaks to technology advancements for appraisers, and other matters of importance for the profession.

Read on for final thoughts from Konikoff.

At the 2025 National Association of Appraisers’ Appraiser’s Conference and Trade Show, panelists Craig Capilla, Franklin, Greenswag, Channon & Capilla, LLC and Dustin Harris (“The Appraiser Coach”) spoke on “Appraisers and Social Media: Navigating Ethical Responsibilities and Common Misconceptions.”

Valuation Review spoke with Capilla and Harris following the conference for their thoughts on what they shared with the attendees.

Read on for more social media precautions appraisers should know.

Class Valuation recently announced the expansion of its national sales team with the appointment of two individuals.

Recently, Valuation Review sat down for an interview with the Appraisal Institute (AI) President Paula Konikoff.

As changes and more questions continue to surface around the organization, Konikoff shared her thoughts and immediate goals for the industry, while also addressing what AI is doing to reinforce public trust.

Read Part I of our conversation with Konikoff.

Valuation Review concludes its conversation with John Holbrook, senior manager of product management of valuation analytics for ICE Mortgage Technology.

In Pat II, Holbrook focused on AVM data and what helps to ensure confidence in the results.

Read on for the conclusion to this story.

At the recent National Association of Appraisers’ Appraiser’s Conference & Trade Show, The Appraisal Foundation’s Appraisal Issues Vice President Lisa Desmarais spoke on the topic of “The Future for Appraisers.”

Valuation Review caught up with Desmarais following the conference for specifics concerning her presentation.

Read on for the full conversation with Desmarais.

Valuation Review spoke with John Holbrook, senior manager of product management of valuation analytics for ICE Mortgage Technology, who outlined important details relating to home equity loans and lines of credit (HELOC) where lenders have often relied on full appraisals and other valuation methods.

Specifically, Holbrook noted collateral risk policies for HELOCs are not the same as GSE collateral policies.

Read Part I of our feature with Holbrook.

Valuation Review recently spoke with William Pastuszek Jr., principal of Shepherd Associates, LLC, in Needham, Mass.

The appraiser covered a variety of topics including how the appraisal profession has responded to change, uncertainty and operating in near-crisis conditions.

Read on for the full conversation.

Class Valuation recently announced the appointment of its new chief data officer. The assignment became effective April 1.

For Kerry Jorgensen, of Jorgensen Appraisal, Inc., it was truly a “family affair” in terms of a career path. Jorgensen’s father was most influential in providing a career path for him to follow.

Valuation Review caught up with Jorgensen to discuss his road to appraisal work, as well as his thoughts on appraisers becoming expert witnesses.

Read on for the full conversation with Jorgensen.