Appraisal Nation
Al Ballard has a diverse work experience spanning multiple roles and companies. Al started working at Valley Appraisal Services Inc. in 2002 as a Quality Control Coordinator and then became an Appraisal Manager. In 2005, they became a Valuations Director at the same company. In 2007, Al joined Appraisal Nation as a Client Service Representative and later moved up to the roles of Vendor Manager Associate, Vendor Manager, Executive Vice President of Operations, and currently serves as the Chief Operating Officer. In their most recent role, Al is responsible for directing the activities and solving crises across a team of 75+ employees, managing the work of over 300 clients and 15,000 vendors nationwide, and ensuring overall client satisfaction. Al also has experience in vendor management, client relationship building, and overseeing appraisal processes.
Al Ballard attended East Carolina University but did not complete a degree or pursue a specific field of study. Additionally, they attended Triangle Real Estate Academy, where they obtained certifications in Real Estate Appraisal, specifically in Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice (R-1, R-2, R-3, G-1, & G-2).
Appraisal Nation
Appraisal Nation is a nationwide appraisal management company (AMC). We offer a multitude of valuation products to assist in a variety of lending and collateral assessment needs. Our goal is to provide honest, accurate information that can better inform lenders and help homeowners. In today's market it is vital to find a company who can not only offer you a quality report but also keep you and your company in compliance with all regulations. Our up to date valuation products adhere to USPAP, Fannie Mae, Freddie Mac, The Dodd-Frank Act and Appraiser Independence Requirements. Our compliance department regularly reviews all state and federal appraisal laws to make sure that our clients are always protected. A recognized leader of asset valuation management in the southeast, Appraisal Nation is committed to the betterment of our industry. As a proud member of TAVMA (Title Appraisal Vendor Management Association) and the Better Business Bureau Appraisal Nation is constantly up to date on our ever changing industry and holds itself to a higher standard of accountability. Whether you choose an AMC for compliance purposes, cost savings or for ease of centralizing appraisals; know that Appraisal Nation's multitude of products, services and commitment to excellence makes us the best solution for all of your collateral assessment needs.