Beyond the Numbers

About Beyond the Numbers

Starting to explore the appraisal profession and want expert insight? Or are you measuring your appraisal career in decades now? Either way, this podcast is for you! I’m Julie Molendorp Floyd, MNAA, the Appraisal Curriculum Developer at McKissock. Join me with an expert guest each week as we dive into the topics that matter most to appraisers, from industry and education news to marketing and tax insights to help you run your business. And yes, we share war stories too!

Publisher

McKissock Appraisal

Category

business

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

9 Feb 2024

Latest episode

5 Jun 2026

Latest episodes

60 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   5 Jun 2026

   Human Judgement in an AI World: Why Appraisers Matter More Than Ever

   Send us Fan Mail Welcome back to Beyond the Numbers with McKissock Appraisal! As automation, AI, and appraisal waivers continue to reshape the valuation landscape, where does the human appraiser fit in? In this episode, Kevin Hecht shares key insights from his recent presentation at the ACTS Conference, exploring why appraisers remain a critical force in protecting market stability. Discover the concept of the appraiser as a "macroeconomic stabilizer," learn why human judgment still outperfor...

2. 

   13 Apr 2026

   Bridging the Gap: How Appraisers, Agents, and Policy Shape the Future of Valuation

   Send us Fan Mail In this episode of Beyond the Numbers, Kevin Hecht sits down with Keisha Wilkinson, Senior Policy Representative for Valuation at the National Association of Realtors (NAR), to unpack one of the most important—and often misunderstood—relationships in real estate: appraisers and agents. With over a decade of experience at Fannie Mae and now working on the front lines of policy and advocacy, Keisha shares how valuation policy is shaped, how legislation impacts appraisers, and w...

3. 

   27 Mar 2026

   Simon Blackburn on UAD 3.6, Data, and the Next Era of Appraising

   Send us Fan Mail In this episode of Beyond the Numbers, Kevin Hecht sits down with Simon Blackburn, founder and CEO of MtgeFi, to unpack the future of the appraisal profession amid rapid industry change. From UAD 3.6 and hybrid appraisals to the growing role of data, AI, and mortgage-backed securities, Simon shares why appraisers remain essential—and where new opportunities are emerging. Tune in to hear practical insights on adapting your mindset, expanding your services beyond traditional ap...

Who has been a guest on Beyond the Numbers

Names identified in recent episode analyses. Showing up to five guests.

• Andy Arledge
• Susan Alley
• Brian Melsheimer

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Apple Podcasts (US)

3.7 / 5

6 ratings

Spotify

5.0 / 5

2 ratings

Podcast Authority Score: 39 / 100

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Quality

51

Social presence

0

YouTube

0

Engagement

67

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