If you’re not part of the appraisal world, you might not be aware that an appraiser’s word is not necessarily gospel. An appraisal, by its very nature, is supposed to be fair, impartial, and unbiased. But even if it is, that doesn’t mean that everyone’s going to agree with it. Clients who have an appraisal […]
As much as most people hate to admit it, summer is quickly winding down and fall is almost upon us. Along with the changing leaves and the cooler air, kids will be transitioning from summer activities back to the classroom, where they’ll start learning all sorts of things that will help prepare them for the […]
Although appraising a piece of equipment may be an everyday occurrence for you, for your clients, it’s a big deal. Other entities may be making purchasing decisions based on your report, or banks may be making lending decisions. As a result, the modern approach to appraisal asks the appraiser to accept his or her client […]
When you’re selling your house, the most important thing to do before you list it is to clean it, make any obvious repairs, and present it in the best possible light. The same holds true when you’re ordering an appraisal of your machinery or equipment. The last thing you want is any surprises when your […]
This question comes up with a fair degree of frequency in the machinery and equipment appraisal world. What’s the difference between a client and an intended user? Well, there’s a short answer to that and a long answer. The short answer is that the client is the party that requests the appraisal, and the intended […]
Are you a real estate appraiser looking to expand your skill set? You’re not alone. During the Great Recession, many real estate appraisers found that their flow of business ground to a halt. Some real estate appraisal companies were not prepared for such an extended downturn in the real estate market and were forced to […]
Is there much variation in appraisal rules from one state to another? Not really. A piece of machinery or equipment appraised in a west coast state would be treated (and likely valued) the same as a piece of equipment appraised in an east coast state. So that answers the question as it relates to the […]
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 […]
For individuals in the business consulting industry, whether it be machinery and equipment appraisers, business brokers, bankers, or a variety of other consultants, it can be difficult to find the right network of professionals in related fields to call on when necessary. The International Society of Business Analysts (ISBA), which is owned by the NEBB […]
A Certified Machinery Equipment Appraiser (CMEA) professional designation is the perfect complement to expand your business, and it adds professional credibility. And the designation has been instrumental in the success of NEBB Institute members by helping them: Increase bottom-line profitability Increase business opportunities Gain professional credibility Reduce the risk of liability Here is what a few […]
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