Michael Osacky is a USPAP Compliant sports appraiser and lead appraiser for PSA, which is the world's largest third party grader of sports collectibles. The Sports Appraiser Podcast helps listeners become smarter about how to collect, value, and care for sports collectibles. Visit his website for more: https://www.baseballintheattic.com/
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The world's best podcast about the mindsets, behaviors, attitudes, and activities for the Appraisal, Real Estate, and Lending industries. Hosted by well known Real Estate and Appraiser Success Coach, Blaine Feyen, founder and CEO of the Real Value Group and Real Value Coaching Academy in Grand Rapids, Michigan, the Real Value Podcast covers a variety of topics involving all three of those businesses, as well as the topics of success, communication, leadership, balance, marketing, social medi ...
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Join Lisa Desmarais and Amy Timmerman as they answer your questions about the appraisal profession. Submit your own questions to [email protected].
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Episode 197: "How do appraisers comply with USPAP’s confidentiality rule?"
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7:06Lisa and Amy answer this question from an appraiser: If an appraiser completed an appraisal for one client, and then a new client asks for a 1004D update on that same property, how should the appraiser handle this while complying with USPAP’s confidentiality rule? Listen in to find out more!By The Appraisal Foundation
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The Ultimate Guide to Sports Autographs: An Insider Look with Matt Powers
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26:08In this episode of the Sports Appraiser Podcast, Matt Powers of Powers Sports Memorabilia shares insights into authenticating autographs, the challenges of organizing signings, and the impact of industry giants like Fanatics. From navigating the intricacies of mail-in orders to the quirks of celebrity signers, this discussion dives deep into the wo…
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In this episode, Blaine talks about how to build an AI (Artificial Intelligence) proof appraisal, real estate, or lending business. Any business that can benefit from being more human than the machines will get some value and ideas to put into play to build an AI proof business.By Blaine Feyen
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Episode 198: "Is a vacant 60-acre land parcel a residential or non-residential property?"
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8:23Lisa and Amy dive into an interesting question about appraising vacant land.By The Appraisal Foundation
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Crafting Memories and Snacks: Louis Lazar's Ballpark Classic Granola
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26:39Join us as we chat with Louis Lazar, the mastermind behind Fort Green Granola, a ballpark-inspired snack. Learn about its unique flavors, locally sourced ingredients, and the heartwarming story that connects generations of baseball fans. Discover how this delicious treat is bringing joy and a touch of childhood magic to snack lovers everywhere. #sp…
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Non-Lender Market Domination with V.A.L.U.E.
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44:28In this episode, Blaine introduces the V.A.L.U.E. Framework™, which is a business building framework for dominating in the non-lender appraisal world. In the VALUE Framework™, each letter stands for a principle, as well as a command to do or be something in your market. Download the VALUE Framework™ cheatsheet at https://www.coachblaine.com/value…
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Episode 196: "Are only the appraisers signing the appraisal required to state whether they inspected the property?"
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6:34Lisa and Amy dive into a question about property inspection and report signatures.By The Appraisal Foundation
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In this episode, Blaine goes over the rise of AI (artificial intelligence) in almost every area of life and business. AI is definitely a real thing in the world of appraisal and appraising and appraisers should start now to learn everything they can about it if they want to thrive in the new world of AI driven business.…
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Episode 195: "Who controls the assignment conditions?"
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6:28Lisa and Amy do a deep dive on assignment conditions.By The Appraisal Foundation
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Amy and Lisa do a deep dive on The Appraisal Foundation's Course Approval Program.By The Appraisal Foundation
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Episode 193: "How does USPAP define a special purpose property?"
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6:14Lisa fills Amy in on special purpose properties.By The Appraisal Foundation
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Burn Your Fear To The Ground - questions from the mailbag
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47:35In this episode, Blaine answers several questions from the listeners about building their non-lender appraisal business, hiring and training apprentice trainees, and how to stop being the bottleneck in your own business.By Blaine Feyen
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Episode 192: "Is the appraiser required to sign the appraiser's independence certification?"
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6:44Lisa and Amy clear up confusion around what an appraiser certifies when they sign a report.By The Appraisal Foundation
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Stop Chasing People Who Aren't Chasing You
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27:30In this episode, Blaine shares 8 pieces of wisdom he's learned over the years from mentors, masters, Stoics, and life in general.By Blaine Feyen
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Episode 191: "Why cant I use that appraisal report however I want?"
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8:29Lisa and Amy talk about appraisal reports and answer one of the most frequently asked questions appraisers get.By The Appraisal Foundation
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Episode 190: "What is the difference between an assumption and an extraordinary assumption?"
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5:51Lisa and Amy are talking about assumptions this week, extraordinary and otherwise.By The Appraisal Foundation
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In this episode, Blaine compares the two different appraisal company business models: the one person business, or solopreneur, and the team builder model, which is the business model whereby the appraiser has additional income generators within the business so that all of the income is not dependent on just one person.…
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Episode 189: "Can an appraiser give an opinion 'off the cuff?'"
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7:52Lisa and Amy talk about "off the cuff" opinions and whether that's possible under USPAP.By The Appraisal Foundation
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Episode 188: "What do appraisers wish real estate agents knew?"
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5:48Dan Bradley joins Amy and Lisa to talk about what appraisers wish real estate agents knew.By The Appraisal Foundation
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In this epsiode, Blaine talks through several thoughts and ideas around why so many appraisers choose to be silent and invisible where and when it matters the most, which is not whining and complaining on social media.By Blaine Feyen
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Episode 187: "Is 5 months of supply really balanced?"
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4:35Lisa and Amy are joined by Ryan Lundquist to discuss supply and what balanced supply might be across markets.By The Appraisal Foundation
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Episode 186: "What makes working in a rural setting unique as an appraiser? How do you handle things like livestock being present on a property in your appraisal?"
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5:28Special guest Mark Lewis joins Amy and Lisa to discuss his unique experiences as a rural appraiser.By The Appraisal Foundation
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In this episode, Blaine walks through the 4 phases or levels that every business owner can go through if they see their business as a vehicle to something greater. Blaine explains what happens at each level of survivial, stability, success, and eventually significance.By Blaine Feyen
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Lisa and Amy do a deep dive on subject properties this week!By The Appraisal Foundation
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Episode 184: "What does it mean that an appraisal is one type of typical market measure?"
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7:01Lisa and Amy talk about the idea of an appraisal being a type of typical market measure.By The Appraisal Foundation
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Episode 183: "What is the difference between market value and appraised value?"
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5:02Lisa and Amy are back after a brief hiatus to discuss the difference between market value and appraised value!By The Appraisal Foundation
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In this episode, Blaine goes over the 5 principles and the 5 pillars of building a million dollar appraisal business, or any business at all. Building a million dollar business does not necessarily mean producing a million dollars in gross or net revenue. Learn the real definition of what a real 'million dollar business' means in this episode. Read…
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In this episode, Blaine talks about the amount of whining and complaining by appraisers about how everyone is out to get them, when, in fact, you might be the issue. Blaine covers 5 principles for taking control of your appraisal business and how to stop blaming everyone else.By Blaine Feyen
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Episode 182: "What is a 'zombie' condo and why would an investor or developer care?"
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5:03Lisa and Amy have a not so spooky episode to discuss "zombie" condos.By The Appraisal Foundation
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Episode 181: "What is the project that inspired Farm Credit to become the Foundation's first contributor?"
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3:40Lisa and Amy are joined by special guest Tyler Mullins to discuss Farm Credit's exciting new role as the Foundation's first contributor and the project they are tackling together.By The Appraisal Foundation
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Goal Setting is Bullsh*t! The Only 3 Things You Need
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20:42In this first episode of season 9, Blaine talks about how the typical goal setting process is almost complete BS. Most people start with the strategy part of goal setting without ever addressing the belief systems that have led to needing to set a new goal. Learn the best way to achieve anything in the Increase Academy, click here...…
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Episode 180: "What is highest and best use, and why does it matter?"
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5:05Lisa and Amy kick off the new year with a discussion of highest and best use.By The Appraisal Foundation
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Starting Your Own Sports Collecting Journey
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10:37Join Michael as he shares invaluable insights for newcomers to the sports collectibles hobby. Discover the best ways to get started and learn how to make the most of your hobbyist journey. Whether you're curious about Cracker Jack baseball cards or Mickey Mantle autographs, this episode is packed with tips to help you navigate the fascinating world…
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Michael answers some of the top questions about his work in sports memorabilia appraising. Questions range from favorite items to appraise, to how he began his career, and his recent position on the ISA board. What questions do you have for him? Send them in! Please subscribe, follow, like, and leave a review. Email [email protected] with…
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Best of Appraiser Talk: "How does an appraiser deal with situations where market data is very mixed, unclear and contradictory?"
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4:18This week, Amy and Lisa are re-airing their most popular episode of 2024. Be sure to tune in!By The Appraisal Foundation
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10 Reasons to Be Thankful for the Sports Collectibles Boom
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10:02Michael unveils into the top 10 things to be thankful for in the sports collectibles hobby in 2024. From the new ownership of the National Sports Collectors Convention to the rise of Fanatics Fest, Michael discusses how these changes are shaping the future of the hobby. Join him to learn more about the evolving landscape of sports collectibles! Ple…
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7 Ways To Build Trust and Double Your Business
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25:58In this episode, Blaine goes over 7 ways to build trust with your market to make more sales and, of course, more money. As an appraiser, trust is one of the more important things to build in the minds and hearts of your clientele. Blaine lists out the 7 ways to do that, from the slowest to the quickest. Learn how to double your appraisal business i…
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How to Combat Appraisal Waivers and Make More Money As An Appraiser
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40:55In this episode, Blaine talks about the new plan by Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac to increase the appraisal waiver threshold to 90% LTV and what appraisers need to do about it if they want their business to thrive.By Blaine Feyen
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Episode 178: "Can you tell us the history of the terms "purpose" and "function" in USPAP and how that relates to intended use?"
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4:53This week, Lisa and Amy are joined by Jack Young to talk about some important terms in USPAP!By The Appraisal Foundation
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Join Michael as he explains the nuances of the 1986 Fleer basketball set, including the iconic Michael Jordan rookie card and its market dynamics. Explore the intricacies of signed cards and learn about the importance of proper appraisal and insurance for your collection. Please subscribe, follow, like, and leave a review. Email info@Baseballinthea…
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Episode 177: "What are the building blocks of an appraisal review?"
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5:56Special guest Hal Humphreys joins the show to talk to Amy and Lisa about appraisal reviews.By The Appraisal Foundation
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Navigating Depreciation of Sports Collectibles
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12:29In this episode, Michael discusses the depreciation of modern base cards, the fleeting value of Topps Now cards, and the complexities of autograph valuations. Learn how supply and demand dynamics affect the market and why some collectibles lose value over time. This episode provides valuable insights into making informed decisions about sports coll…
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Episode 176: "What are the best practices, methods, and techniques for appraising religious facilities?"
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3:40Lisa and Amy are joined by special guest Bradley Carter to talk about appraising religious facilities.By The Appraisal Foundation
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Collegiate Nostalgia and Careers in Sports Collectibles
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17:00Join Michael as he recounts his nostalgic visit to the University of Illinois, where he taught a Sports Management class on Halloween. Discover insights into the current market trends for trading cards and autographs, and learn about job opportunities in the sports collectibles field. Don't miss this engaging episode filled with humor, history, and…
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In this episode, Blaine talks about the conventional way to set goals, and what most of it is BS. He then talks about some of the things he's learned over the years about which goals are worthwhile, and which ones are worthless, at least in his opinion.By Blaine Feyen
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The Rise and Fall of Home Run Ball Values
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12:43Michael explores the history and current value of some of the most iconic home run balls, including those of Mark McGwire, Aaron Judge, Babe Ruth, Barry Bonds, and Hank Aaron. Discover the story behind Shohei Ohtani's home run ball that recently sold for $4.4 million. Learn about what influences the value of these collectibles and what the future m…
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Episode 175: "How do special assessments relate to value?"
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6:54Lisa and Amy talk about special assessments and how they relate to value on the newest episode of Appraiser Talk.By The Appraisal Foundation
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In this episode, Blaine talks about several of his takeaways from the Tim Ferriss book, The 4 Hour Work Week and how they can help your business and, maybe more importantly, your life! Learn how to double your appraisal business in half the time with appraisal business coaching...Click hereBy Blaine Feyen
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Michael discusses buying, selling, and grading sports collectibles. This episode is packed with essential tips on maximizing the value of your sports cards, understanding grading, and choosing the right selling platform. From the nuances of auction houses to the benefits of local card shops, Michael guides you through the processes involved when se…
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Episode 174: "Is mass appraisal experience allowed?"
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6:38Lisa and Amy continue their mini-series on mass appraisal experience with special guest John Brenan.By The Appraisal Foundation
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