Appraisers are targeting foreclosure/REO work not only because the volume of foreclosed properties has skyrocketed and mortgage work has plummeted, but also because appraisers are usually safe from the pressure that comes with origination work (REO managers need accurate values, not inflated appraisals). In this show, get practical advice on how to reach foreclosure and REO decision makers and how they choose (and keep!) appraisers.

Who Should Purchase?

• Appraisers looking to expand their skill set and book of business


• Valuation professionals in hard-hit markets

• Find the best sources of foreclosure work


• Master the unique analytical requirements that come with these assignments


• Avoid the mistakes your competition is making in foreclosure/REO appraising


• Provide the required supplemental definitions of value for appraisals of foreclosed properties
• Find out how foreclosure assignments differ from traditional "purchase" appraisals
• Discover where the "knowledge gaps" exist for most appraisers and how you can become the go-to expert for foreclosure appraising
• Reach foreclosure and REO decision makers
• Position your business as a leader in this niche market

Our Expert Panel

Elizabeth A. Kern, IFAS, DAC
Past National President
NAIFA

Ron L. Nation, MAI, SRA
Founder/President
JVI

Barry Cleverdon
Owner
Appraisal Service of Sacramento