What are you avoiding
The world will show you where you’re not free. This means our limitations are from past experiences, fears and unconscious patterns. Most appraisal leaders avoid conversations that would unlock growth. Legacy systems? Easier to tolerate the pain than face the disruption of change. Culture? Easier to say “we’ll get to it later.” Succession? Easier to […]
What if AI doesn’t change anything?
I’m not the rocket scientist in my family (that title belongs to my uncle Richard). But here’s what I see clearly. The future of AI in valuation will be defined by the 3R Framework – Replication, Risk and Reinvention. Replication What if appraisers use AI just to crank out the same reports you’ve seen for […]
The Appraiser’s AI Compass
AI in valuation is like the weather. Everyone talks about it, few actually prepare for it. Many are secretly hoping this “AI thing” will disappear. AI fatigue is already setting in for some…I get it. But this blog is for those who’re willing to put in the work – invest time and money for […]
“Later” Is a Fragile Idea
“Later” Is a Fragile Idea Last week, I attended the funeral of a karate friend, Dr. Pascual Bidot, best described as a Puerto Rican Larry David. He looked like Larry. Talked like him too: unfiltered, opinionated, hilariously blunt. But unlike Larry, Pascual was also a brilliant doctor. Trilingual. Fiercely devoted to his family. And his […]
The First Time I Met Philip
The first time I met Philip McKernan was in Boston at a SaaS Boardroom Intensive, an entrepreneurial seminar. From the stage, he asked a 35-year-old SaaS founder why he carried the stress of an $11M payroll. The confident Brooklyn entrepreneur answered without hesitation, “This business is my tribute to my father, who recently passed.” Philip, […]
A Profession Reimagined
Imagine an Appraisal Institute not defined by lawsuits, but by leadership. A platform for advocacy. For innovation. For bold ideas. Imagine new talent not stumbling into appraisal but choosing it. Because they see a career that’s dynamic, relevant and impactful. Imagine never again hearing, “What’s an appraiser?” Because the profession is seen. Respected. Understood. Imagine […]