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A USPAP-Certified Appraisal Trumps a Non-Certified Appraisal in North Dakota Supreme Court Case

A divorce case in the North Dakota Supreme Court last year highlights the importance of working with a certified appraiser rather than someone who is not certified. The primary issue before the Supreme Court of North Dakota was the value of the husband’s orthodontic practice, in addition to spousal support issues. The court preferred the testimony […]

2022-12-27T07:47:51-05:00August 16th, 2012|Uncategorized|

What Is the ASB and What Does It Do?

In many of our past blogs, we’ve discussed the Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice (USPAP), the generally accepted standards for professional appraisal practice in the United States. But who’s responsible for developing and revising USPAP? That would be the purview of the Appraisals Standards Board (ASB). The ASB is an independent board of The […]

2022-12-27T07:49:15-05:00August 8th, 2012|Uncategorized|

Top Posts on Who Might Need a Certified Machinery and Equipment Appraisal (CMEA) and Why

There are numerous reasons why a Certified Machinery & Equipment Appraisal (CMEA) may be required by lenders, CPAs, attorneys, business owners, and others. And you may have needed one more than once, but didn’t know it. How do you know: “What’s the equipment is really worth?” Below are some of our best posts that explain […]

2022-12-27T07:58:32-05:00July 25th, 2012|Uncategorized|

Dismantling the Olympic McDonald’s

With preparations for the London Olympics in full swing, there’s been a lot of focus — both good and bad — on McDonald’s building their largest restaurant ever just a stone’s throw from Olympic Stadium. The 32,000-square-foot, double-decker restaurant will seat 1,500 diners and could serve some 50,000 Big Macs over the course of the […]

2022-12-27T07:59:20-05:00July 18th, 2012|Uncategorized|

The Final Frontier: Appraising in Space

Nestle is searching for the perfect bubble, and they might start looking for it in space. According an article in Mother Nature News titled, “European Space Agency and Nestle study bubbles in zero gravity,” bubbles added to foods, like coffee and mousse, to make them taste better don’t hold up well under gravity. So members […]

2022-12-27T07:59:54-05:00July 11th, 2012|Uncategorized|

Earning the Professional Designations of Senior Business Analyst (SBA) or Certified Business Analyst (CSBA)

There are three levels of membership within the International Society of Business Analysts, which was acquired by the NEBB Institute in 2007. Level 1: Associate Membership As an associate, you will receive a membership certificate, monthly newsletters filled with information, educational monthly conference calls, and additional educational opportunities. Level 2: Senior Business Analyst (SBA) To […]

2022-12-27T08:01:12-05:00July 4th, 2012|Uncategorized|

Skipping a CMEA Can Cost You

A story this week out of San Francisco proves how important a Certified Machinery and Equipment Appraisal can be. A company that manufactures auto parts for foreign imports had been struggling for some time before finally deciding to shutter their operations. They had a tremendous amount of inventory on hand and decided to sell it […]

2022-12-27T08:01:43-05:00June 27th, 2012|Uncategorized|

Performing Complex Auction Appraisals

Good news, everyone! Charlie Sheen is auctioning off a behind-the-scenes set tour of his new show “Anger Management.” The proceeds of the auction will benefit the Step Up Women’s Network. Now, how would you assign a value to that tour? What is rubbing elbows with a celebrity worth? Would the potential for bad behavior add […]

2022-12-27T08:02:13-05:00June 18th, 2012|Uncategorized|

Recent Podcasts on Boat Appraisals and Aircraft Appraisals from the ISBA

Membership in the NEBB Institute automatically gives you membership in the International Society of Business Analysts (ISBA). ISBA membership is a fantastic resource to have, in part because of the educational opportunities it provides. The ISBA educational podcasts touch on an array of subjects, including appraising dental equipment, buying your business, fraud research, and driving […]

2022-12-27T08:02:52-05:00June 14th, 2012|Uncategorized|
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