Yes, they told me it is to the client’s discretion if they want to order a 2055/Desk review. They want to make money…business as usual for Banks. The loan officer and AMC staff member are home drinking Hot Chocolate while the Appraiser is going into house after house increasing his/her risk. Some Appraisers have to earn the money to pay bills if they don’t have an alternative income. Be safe for the Appraisers who are inspecting.

I spoke to an AMC staff member and asked: “Are you working from home?” She said “Yes.” Appraisers are making the least out of all the parties involved in the transaction but have the most risk. Like pawns on a chess board.

I am on sabbatical from Interior jobs. I have a full time Govt job so I can turn away assignments. Too many risks. Let’s say you have the virus but exhibits no symptoms. You go to multiple inspections and Mrs. Jones who is in the risk age bracket catches the virus and dies. Mrs Jones son is a powerful Attorney in the area. Will the AMC/Client pay your legal fees if you are sued?

Or, if you catch it… and pass it along to your spouse /children? I am sure those Appraisal fees will not cover your medical expenses from hospital service.

I stopped conducting FHA reports. Too much liability.

Right on, Right on, Right on!! Like a 70’s Protest, F the Man!!! Except, seriously, F anyone who continues to oppress appraisers. Those of you who allow yourself to be victimized (it’s happened to all of us, but burn me once, don’t count on a second chance) just get out!! This week I’ve been reflecting on the self- serving memos from Lenders/ AMC’s about how “we are essential” so YOU get out there and risk your life appraisers. Notice how glaringly obvious it has become that the whole mortgage industry basically stops without our participation? Why do we not stand up?! I’m no one’s indentured servant. If I didn’t actually love a lot of what I do I wouldn’t go along with any of the BS. I’m not risking my life or that of some innocent homeowner’s in case I have it and don’t know it, so other people can make a living off of my back. We need to seize the reins!! Rise up people!!

I’ve seem maybe 2 people post they use a form.. is that it? I’m in Texas, it’s it within our laws for us to be able to use it?

I guess you haven’t been watching TV. Some people had tested positive and/ or had symptoms but didn’t think/care enough to let others know. A friend whose mother works at an MRI lab had a patient go in for days, waited until AFTER they finished and them told them because he was afraid they wouldn’t do the xrays.

Tried inspecting a vacant home with a regular cold. Neighbor literally ran away from me and we talked from a complete like 30 foot distance. Then I went to walmart and everyone was coughing all over everyone else. If I get it, I blame walmart.

Yes, I’m feeling better and am back to cutting jokes. I’m not going to buy into this hysteria.

Thank You for using common sense – i just cancelled 2 appointments – Gov Gavin just made it an order –
San Diego Appraiser

Home Depot is getting masks in now and then. Grabbed a few. The futility of it all, that thin piece of meshed paper to protect your life against a single microbe. If people knew more about germs they’d get full hazmat suits. Those however, may be more difficult to hawk for steep markups on ebay and craigslist.

Ummm….25 bucks!

Unnecessary John.

Thanks walters. I will tell you an appraiser knows better than my 3 children that are an ER nurse a medical researcher and an executive at a medical company. And oh ya a close friend that consults directly with the Governor of MI and the CDC. Hope you stay safe

Steve you are STUPID! It’s people like you that cause major problems in the world.

Honestly I feel that if I do due diligence in following the procedures, I should be pretty safe.

My question is, should appraisers who are still actively doing full inspections have home owners sign waivers in the event they get infected by the appraiser?