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Assessment Matters by Valuebase.ai
by Will Jarvis
Assessment Matters presented by Valuebase is a weekly show that delves into the world of real estate valuation and property assessment. Our expert guests share their insights on the latest trends and techniques in the field, and offer practical advice for professionals in the industry. Whether you're a seasoned appraiser or new to the field, you'll find valuable information and inspiration. From understanding mass appraisal methodologies to staying up-to-date on the latest technology, our podcast is a must-listen for anyone interested in the world of real estate valuation.
Episodes
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84: Ellen Brideau | Annual Revals, Equitable Exemptions, and Defending Against AI-Generated Appeals
Join host Will Jarvis as he sits down with Ellen Brideau, a veteran Massachusetts assessor with 20 years in the field and roots in assessment going back to the early 1980s. Ellen shares her perspective on why annual reassessments lead to fairer outcomes, makes a case for broadening the tax base…
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83: Brad Elridge | Splitting the Pizza: Community, Exemptions, and the Case for Property Tax
Join host Will Jarvis as he sits down with Brad Elridge, county appraiser in Lawrence, Kansas, to discuss the case for property tax and how to reframe it as shared community investment. The conversation covers the challenges of vertical equity and valuing properties at both ends of the spectrum,...
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82: James Cusick | Land Value Tax, Henry George, and the Case Against Speculation
Join host Will Jarvis as he sits down with James Cusick, a former AT&T Bell Laboratories software engineer and adjunct faculty member at Columbia University, who found his way to property tax policy through the Henry George School in Manhattan. The conversation covers the principles of land value...
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81: Will Jarvis | The Big Picture: Why Property Taxes Matter for Economic Growth and How AI Is Changing the Office
Join host Will Jarvis as he delivers a wide-ranging conference presentation covering the macro case for property taxes, the mechanics of AI and large language models, and what these technologies mean for assessment offices. Will draws on his background as a mass appraisal researcher and CEO of...
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80: Will Jarvis | Community, Service, and the Case for Fair Property Taxes
Join host Will Jarvis for a special impromptu episode recorded at a conference in Charlottesville, Virginia, where Jay — a Norfolk-based assessor and host of the Conversations in the Mirror podcast — flips the script and interviews Will. Together they explore how property taxes fund local...
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79: Jamie Christensen | Reinventing the Counter: GIS, AI, and the Future of Local Government Software
Join host Will Jarvis as he sits down with Jamie Christensen, founder of Civic Vanguard, a local government software company focused on geographic information systems. Jamie shares his nearly 30-year journey in GIS and local government technology, discusses how AI is enabling a reimagined…
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78: Robbe Demey | Land Value Tax, Vertical Equity, and Fixing Property Tax in Europe
Join host Will Jarvis as he sits down with Robbe Demey, a statistician at Valuebase visiting from Belgium, to explore why property tax matters from both philosophical and economic efficiency perspectives. The conversation covers the Georgist case for land value taxation, the dire state of…
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77: Will Jarvis | Using Free AI Tools to Strengthen Your Cost Approach
Join host Will Jarvis as he walks through practical, hands-on ways assessors can use free AI tools to improve their cost approach valuations. In this solo episode, Will demonstrates how tools like Claude, ChatGPT, Gemini, and ValPal can be used to extract market depreciation from sales data…
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76: NYSAA | AI Tools for Assessors: LLMs, Prompt Best Practices, and Free Resources
Join host Will Jarvis as he presents a live session at a NYSAA meeting on how modern AI tools can help property tax assessors work more efficiently. Will breaks down how large language models actually work, their strengths and weaknesses including hallucinations and privacy concerns, and shares...
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75: Cameron White | From Trading Cards to Cap Rates: The Income Approach to Commercial Appraisal
Join host Will Jarvis as he sits down with Cameron White, a commercial appraiser and new team member at Valuebase, to break down the income approach to commercial property valuation. Cameron shares his journey from residential mass appraisal to the commercial world, walks through the step-by-step...
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74: Bob Boyer | Reforming Personal Property Tax, E-Filing, and Educating the Public in Missouri
Join host Will Jarvis at the Missouri Assessors' Conference in Branson as he sits down with Bob Boyer, Jefferson County Assessor, to discuss the challenges of personal property tax in Missouri, the push for e-filing and digital modernization, and efforts to reform outdated valuation statutes. Bob...
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73: Neal Groover | From Rural Georgia to Medium-Sized County: Navigating Growth, Income Approaches, and the Exemption Mess
Join host Will Jarvis as he sits down with Neal Groover, Chief Appraiser of Effingham County, Georgia, to discuss his journey from a three-person office in rural Evans County to managing a 33,000-parcel operation in a fast-growing bedroom community near Savannah. Neal shares lessons learned...
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72: Mike Fouassier | Transparency, Equity, and the Case for Keeping Property Tax Local
Join host Will Jarvis as he sits down with Mike Fouassier, Assessor for the Town of Ossining in Westchester County, New York, and former Director of Operations and Quality Assurance for New York City. Mike brings a unique "pracademic" perspective — holding a PhD focused on inequities in…
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71: A Fresh Perspective on AI Adoption in Assessment Offices with Trinity Taylor
Join host Will Jarvis as he sits down with Trinity Taylor, Valuebase's newest team member focused on outreach and sales, recorded on location in Tucson. A recent University of Arizona graduate with a background in psychology and business, Trinity shares what it's been like breaking into the...
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70: Zach Smith - Doing More With Less in Rural Mass Appraisal
On this episode of Assessment Matters, host Will Jarvis sits down with Zach Smith, a former fee appraiser turned rural county chief appraiser, to talk about the realities of mass appraisal and property tax administration. They dig into county-wide revaluations, fixing legacy data in CAMA systems,...
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69: Gonz Sanchez - Argentina, Property Taxes, and AI
Valuebase CEO Will Jarvis sits down with Gonz Sanchez to explore what property taxation looks like in an economy crushed by extreme inflation. They unpack how Argentina’s money printing, corruption, and cash-based real estate distort assessed values and fairness, and what U.S. assessors can learn...
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68: There’s Only One Way to Value Property: Data, Stats, and Multicollinearity with Keith Wolf
On this episode of Assessment Matters, host and Value Base CEO Will Jarvis talks with veteran appraiser and data geek Keith Wolf about what truly drives credible valuations: data and variable interactions. They unpack: How mass and fee appraisal really overlap Why stats and data science matter…
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67: Unlocking Better Ratio Studies: Introducing RatioPal with Will Jarvis & Jonathan Williams
Still doing ratio studies in CAMA or spreadsheets? On this episode of Assessment Matters, Will Jarvis (CEO, ValueBase) and Jonathan Williams (Account Manager & former assessor) introduce RatioPal – a free, browser-based ratio study tool that lets you upload sales data and instantly see COD, PRD,...
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66: From Small Counties to Big Data: Jonathan Williams on Modern Commercial Appraisal
Join host Will Jarvis, CEO of ValueBase, as he sits down with Jonathan Williams, commercial appraisal expert and new member of the ValueBase team. Recorded live at the North Carolina Assessors Association Conference in Cherokee, they discuss career paths in assessment, the challenges of…
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65: Fairness, Funding, and the Future of Assessing with Justin Eimers
On this episode of Assessment Matters, host Will Jarvis, CEO of ValueBase, sits down with Justin Eimers, Assessment Advisor for IAAO. They discuss the role of assessors in promoting equity, challenges in explaining property tax to the public, best practices for documenting processes and…
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64: From Shoe Store to 5-Term Assessor: Mark Chapin on Valuing Mansions, Mobile Homes, and People
Veteran Colorado assessor Mark Chapin joins host Will Jarvis to share how a chance shoe-store encounter launched his 48-year career in property assessment. Mark explains what it’s like serving as an elected assessor in resort-heavy Eagle County, how his team values everything from mobile homes to...
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63: Scott Rountree - Navigating Change with Tech in Appraisal
In Episode 63 of "Assessment Matters," join host Will Jarvis as he sits down with Scott Rountree, Chief Appraiser, to explore the evolving landscape of property assessment. Scott shares insights from his journey from real estate to public service, discussing the impact of technology and AI on the...
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62: The Importance of Property Tax with Bobby Fisher.
Join CEO and host Will Jarvis for a conversation with Bobby Fisher from Bulloch County, Georgia. Bobby is the GAAO President. They discuss Bobby's journey and the insights he's gained over the years.
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61: Mike Montandon - Navigating Property Assessment: Insights from Navajo County
In Episode 61 of "Assessment Matters," host Will Jarvis, CEO of ValueBase, sits down with Mike Montandon from Navajo County, AZ. Together, they explore the intricacies of property assessment and the unique challenges faced in Navajo County. Tune in for an insightful discussion on the evolving...
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60: Travis Noll on Challenges in Valuation
Join Will Jarvis, CEO of Valuebase and host of Assessment Matters, and guest, Travis Noll, on "Assessment Matters," where they delve into the intricacies of valuation and assessment in today's dynamic market. Discover insights, strategies, and expert interviews that illuminate the path to...
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59: Ken Joyner - Challenges in Property Tax
Listen while Will Jarvis, CEO of Valuebase, sits down with Mecklenburg County Assessor, Ken Joyner, to discuss how he got into Property Tax and what he's learned over his career!
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58: Les Ratliff - Navigating the Appraisal World
On this episode of "Assessment Matters," join host Will and guest Les Ratliff as they delve into the unexpected journey of becoming an appraiser. Les shares his story of how a mix-up led him to a career in appraisal, the challenges of data quality in mass appraisal, and the evolving role of...
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57: Ashley W. O’Donald - Unlocking Property Tax Secrets
We sat down with Ashley W. O’Donald, the Executive Director of the Georgia Association of Assessing Officials, to uncover the hidden intricacies of property tax assessments. With over a decade of experience, Ashley shares invaluable insights that every property owner and assessor should know.
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56: Luc Hermans - Changes in the New Ratio Study Standard
ATTENTION: The New Ratio Study Standard Draft That’s About to Change Property Tax We’ve got a new ratio study standard coming. Meet Luc Hermans – the data scientist from the Netherlands who’s been working to improve ratio study standards. This isn’t just academic research. Luc sits on the...
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55: Valpal Lite: Free AI Revolutionizing Property Valuation
In this conversation, Ken Lane discusses his background in AI and software development, particularly focusing on the launch of Valpal Lite, a new tool designed to assist property tax assessors. The discussion covers the evolution of AI in software, the capabilities and limitations of AI tools…
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54: Peadar Davis - Competence Crisis and Technological Advancements
In this episode, Peadar Davis, a geographer and chartered surveyor, discusses the pros and cons of point value systems versus banded systems in property taxation. He emphasizes the importance of strong administrative capabilities and modern technology in developing countries to implement…
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53: Will Jarvis - Understanding AI and LLMs (IAAO Presentation)
The podcast explores the world of mass appraisal, offering insights and expert perspectives on the latest trends and developments in the field. Will Jarvis discusses the role of AI-powered automated valuation models in transforming property assessments. The episode delves into the benefits and...
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52: Bobby Upchurch - Handling Upset Taxpayers
In this episode, Bobby Upchurch, with 22 years of experience as PVA of Wayne County, discusses the county's real estate market, driven by lake properties and attracting buyers from various states. He highlights the challenges of rising real estate values and the impact of social media on public...
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51: Ron Dean - Valuation Methodologies and Market Data
In this episode, Ron Dean, Muscogee County Assessor, discusses his role and responsibilities, including overseeing the valuation of 49,000 real properties and all business personal property in a county of 69,000 residents. His team of 14 conducts visual inspections every four years on 13,000...
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50: Joe McClour - Transition to Digital Mapping
In this episode, Joe McClour, the assessor of Atoka County since 2018, discusses his transition from GIS mapping to the assessor's office, highlighting challenges like retraining a new staff and adapting to software changes. He emphasizes the importance of hiring smart, team-oriented individuals...
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49: Mike Twitty - Impact of Legislation on Property Values
In this episode, Mike Twitty, a former commercial appraiser, discusses his transition to becoming a Property Appraiser in Florida, emphasizing the importance of leveraging technology for efficiency. His county, the second smallest in land mass but sixth in population density, faces unique...
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48: Louis Fitzmorris and Michael McNeil - Challenges and Successes in GIS Development
In this episode, Louis Fitz Morris, Assessor of St. Tammany Parish, and Michael McNeil, Technology Director, discuss the impact of COVID-19 on remote work, the importance of data quality, and the adoption of AI and GIS technology. They highlight the creation of a digital map of the parish, which...
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47: John Smith - Recruiting and Training Challenges
In this episode, John Smith, Deputy Chief Appraiser in Hall County, Georgia, discusses his journey into the appraisal industry, starting in 2014, and his passion for technology, particularly Power BI for analytics and dashboard creation. He highlights the cyclical nature of the real estate…
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46: Jeff Prang - Innovative Recruitment Programs and Virtual Training
In this episode, Jeff Prang, Los Angeles County Assessor, discusses his role and initiatives since 2014. He highlights the department's large scale, with 1,400 employees and a $250 million budget, and the challenges of recruiting and retaining staff, especially with the impact of COVID-19. Prang...
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45: Stephen White - Applications of AI and Large Language Models
In this episode, Stephen White, Director of Cobb County Board of Assessors, discusses the evolution of technology in property tax assessment over 25 years. He highlights the shift to remote work, which has increased productivity by 50%. Stephen emphasizes the use of tablets and AI for fieldwork,...
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44: Stewart Oliver - Challenges and Responsibilities in Assessment Administration
In this episode, Stewart Oliver, Chief Appraiser of Gwinnett County since January 2017, discusses his career transition from private appraisal to public service. He emphasizes the importance of data-driven decision-making and the challenges of managing a large county with extensive data. Stewart...
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43: Corey Gillenwater - Labor to Data Pipeline and Mobile Technology
In this episode, Corey Gillenwater, interim chief appraiser at Chatham County, discusses his transition from IT to appraisal, emphasizing the importance of technology in enhancing efficiency. He highlights the office's strong culture, customer service, and the challenges of recruiting and…
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42: Roderick Conley - Use of Technology and Market-Adjusted Costs
In this episode, Roderick Conley, Chief Appraiser for Fulton County, discusses his career transition from real estate to assessment, emphasizing the importance of education and networking. He highlights his roles in DeKalb, Chatham, and Fulton Counties, managing up to 370,000 parcels. Conley...
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41: James Werner - Operational Efficiency and Data Management
In this episode, James Werner, a GIS specialist and assessor, discusses his journey from fine arts to real estate and assessment work. He highlights his role in implementing GIS in Cook County, Indiana, and the challenges of working with large datasets. Werner emphasizes the importance of...
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40: Jake Parkinson - Challenges of Elected vs. Appointed Assessors
In this episode, Jake Parkinson, former assessor of Tooele, Utah, discusses his career transition from fee appraisal to mass appraisal, highlighting the challenges of running for elected assessor positions. He compares the pros and cons of elected versus appointed assessors, emphasizing the...
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39: Kyle O’Hehir - The Distressed Real Estate Credit Market
In this episode, we're joined by Kyle O’Hehir, Co-Founder and CTO of Constitution Lending, to talk about the distressed real estate credit market. We cover: Introduction to Assessment Matters podcast 00:00 Kyle’s background in finance and real estate 00:40 From commodities trading at a hedge fund...
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38: Doug Kirkpatrick: Insights from a Veteran County Appraiser
In this episode of the "Assessment Matters" podcast, host William Jarvis sits down with Doug, a seasoned county appraiser with over 35 years of experience. Doug shares his insights on the evolution of the GAAO summer conference, the challenges and strategies of property valuation and appeals in a...
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37: Rebecca Malmquist – An Interview with IAAO President for 2024
In this episode, we're joined by Rebecca Malmquist, City Assessor at the City of Minneapolis and IAAO President for 2024. We talk about nurturing the next generation of assessors, the challenges faced by the assessment industry, as well as her vision for IAAO. We cover: Introduction to Assessment...
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36: John Watling – Assessing the Commercial Office Sector in 2024
In this episode, we're joined by John Watling, Director at the International Property Tax Institute. We talk about the state of the office industry, related macroeconomic concerns, and relevant challenges for property assessors. We cover: Introduction to Assessment Matters podcast 00:00 John’s…
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35: Alex Armlovich – Housing Shortages, Growth Controls, & Property Taxation
In this episode, we're joined by Alex Armlovich, Senior Housing Policy Analyst at the Niskanen Center. We talk about the housing shortage’s impact on affordability, the harms of growth controls, and the significance of property taxation in housing policy. We cover: Introduction to Assessment...
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Assessment Matters presented by Valuebase is a weekly show that delves into the world of real estate valuation and property assessment. Our expert guests share their insights on the latest trends and techniques in the field, and offer practical advice for professionals in the industry. Whether you're a seasoned appraiser or new to the field, you'll find valuable information and inspiration. From understanding mass appraisal methodologies to staying up-to-date on the latest technology, our podcast is a must-listen for anyone interested in the world of real estate valuation.
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