USPAP and Scope of Work…Again?  In this episode of The Appraiser’s Advocate, Tim Andersen dives deep into one of the most misunderstood concepts in real estate valuation: Scope of Work. Yes, USPAP tells us there are four official Scope of Work components.  But here’s the twist every appraiser needs to hear: every USPAP Rule is actually a Scope of Work Rule. If that revelation doesn’t wake up the trainees in the back row, nothing will.

Tim breaks it all down. How the Ethics Rule, Competency Rule, Record Keeping Rule, Standards Rules 1 and 2, and even the Jurisdictional Exception Rule fit together.  They secretly shape, constrain, or dictate what appraisers must do to produce credible assignment results. This is not just valuation theory.  It’s the practical foundation for defensible appraisal practice, regulatory compliance, and the protection of the public trust.

Tim uses clear analogies (Blueprints vs. Building Code), real-world examples, and a dash of good-natured humor.  He shows why Scope of Work isn’t just a procedural step.  Rather, it is the integrative architecture behind every credible appraisal report. Whether you’re a seasoned SRA, a new trainee, or someone who still thinks USPAP is optional reading (spoiler: it’s not), this podcast delivers clarity where there’s usually confusion.

Learn how to identify insufficient Scope of Work decisions, how to explain your scope to clients without breaking into a cold sweat, and how to avoid the common pitfalls that lead to complaints, revisions, and existential dread.

This is a must-listen for appraisers committed to best practices, USPAP compliance, and credible valuation results—with just enough humor to remind you the profession doesn’t have to be boring.

And Keep your E&O Insurance up-to-date and an Administrative Law Attorney on speed dial.