Yes, I ran into the same thing. I read some of the mounds of paperwork AMC's were sending me, all with No compete and hold harmless clauses, I never signed any and have started my letter writing campaign. I was told by someone I respect in governmen…
Stacia, I could kiss you for actually reading those contracts, and refusing to sign them...
Lots of appraisers are signing them and setting themselves up for catastrphic loss...
From my blog: http://hyperionappraisal.blogspot.com/2009/05/caveat-em…
I think you need to change the focus of your business, not throw away all of your valuable experience. I don’t know if your primary focus was mortgage work, but there’s a ton of non-lender work out there for those who can demonstrate proficiency. An…
Thanks Todd & Tracy for your words of encouragement. Sorry I'm posting in the wrong section. I'm new to this kind of thing, but this type of pressure sends me looking for relief in different places than I would normally search. My frustration has hi…
I can only guess that you are referring to the HVCC rather than the 1004MC. For what it's worth, many appraisers share your thoughts and feelings. I am a national instructor (appraisal CE) and your sentiments are echoed from coast to coast.
But, bef…
I think all of us that have engaged in this business in a thoughtful, conscientious, ethical, and moral manner are feeling disenfranchised. I have lost all of my mortgage clients that I have developed over the years (22) because of this. I have alre…
I am a licensed broker and certified appraiser. I worked in mortgage lending for a few years before I came over to the dark side. I have been appraising for 11 years. I also teach appraisal courses at our local community college. I am conscientious,…
Having trouble getting your MLS system to give you the facts you need to complete the new 1004MC form? I was! In order to find out what was listed 7-12 months ago, you have to look at the List Date and factor in the DOM to determine what was listed…