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James Dorey | When a “Ghost Report” Haunts Your Value
What if the old appraisal is the real risk?In our latest “Appraisers on Purpose” podcast episode, seasoned appraiser James Dorey challenges a quiet assumption that causes real chaos: the prior appraisal is always the safest reference point.Instead, he argues, the old report can become the most dangerous “comp” in the building. Not because it’s evil, but because it anchors everyone’s expectations before your evidence ever gets a fair shot. James shares how review work exposes this pressure in the real world, and how we can respond with calm, credible support that protects both the assignment…
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