Can having a skeptical attitude be helpful or harmful to an appraiser? In this article I discuss the answer to this question. I hope you enjoy it!
Author: Cleveland Appraisal Blog
My name is Jamie Owen. I grew up in Denver, Colorado and moved to Cleveland in 1996. I’m married to my wonderful wife of 22 years. We have two boys. We enjoy kayaking, travel and enjoying good food. I am a State Certified Residential Real Estate Appraiser in Northeast Ohio. I’ve been appraising since 1998. Real estate appraising can be a dry subject. My goal is to share what I know about appraising with others in a way that is fun and that brings a little smile to your face. I also enjoy learning from others and improving my own skills in the process. So don't hesitate to comment on any of my articles. I welcome discussion. Thanks for being here! Have a great day!
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