1000 blog posts. How did that happen? I feel like I’ve just scaled an online mountain. As I look back, this has been a fun ride. It’s been great to connect with so many people locally and nationally, and I have definitely gained friends and contacts across the country. My appraisal career has evolved in amazing ways these past five years too, and I feel very blessed. Thank you for reading, commenting, emailing, sharing posts, challenging me, and growing together. This blog wouldn’t mean anything without you. Thank you for being here.
Part of reaching 1000 posts involves looking back, so it seems fitting to share my ten favorite posts. These all stood out for one reason or another – whether it was because they were funny to me, or maybe they hit a nerve with readers.
My favorite 10 posts on the Sacramento Appraisal Blog:
Parcel Mullet: real estate word of the day- The multi-layered real estate cake analogy
- The impact of barking dogs on property value
- 10 signs your pool is too big for the neighborhood
- Why it matters if it’s a condo or PUD
- Blight Week (a 5-part series I wrote)
- How Legos can help us understand real estate
- How do garage conversions impact property value?
- How to know if it’s a 2nd unit or an accessory dwelling
- 10 signs you’re overbuilding for the neighborhood
I used to write way too much: These days I write two posts each week, but in the beginning I used to shell out 4 or even 5 posts per week (that’s WAY too much). Remember, if you think blogging is a good idea for business, the best thing you can do is decide to begin. You can never get to 1000 posts or even 100 posts without ever doing the first post. Why not go for it?
I hope this blog has been a helpful resource to you, and I hope it continues to be. I’m optimistic about the future, and I look forward to many more posts. It’s been a great first 1000 posts. Here’s to the next batch.
Photo Credit: Thank you to Vicky for letting me use one of her photos. She’s a local I’ve been following on Instagram and Twitter for a few years.
Question: Are you reaching any milestones this year? Is there anything good happening in your life right now? I’d love to hear in the comments below.
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Congratulations, Ryan. In an uncertain real estate market, your blog has provided solid advice and common sense observations. I also like how your blog has provided glimpses of your family life and values, implying the fundamental truth that you do not buy into a house so much as into a community. And not all your investment will consist of money but also involvement and caring.
Also, I value you as a professional. Before following your blog, I tended to suspect that many appraisers merely acted as rubber stamps for re agents or mortgage companies. I know that’s not true, at least in your case.
Thanks for the education.
Ricardo
Thanks Ricardo. It brings me such joy to be able to help explain the market and the appraisal process. It’s been nice to get to know you also. I always appreciate your comments, and I’ve never forgotten that bottle of wine you got for me too. 🙂
Great job Ryan. When I reach five years, my goal is 250 blog posts. 1000 blog posts is just incredible. You’ve done more in five years than most appraisers do in a lifetime and I’m not just talking about blog posts.
Thank you for your kind words. That is a fantastic goal Gary. Honestly, I was only able to reach this goal in 5.5 years because I wrote WAY too much at first. I now do 2 posts each week, which is doable. yet part of me is even considering writing only one. I’ll figure that out soon. Readers seem okay with two for now though.
Ryan, that’s incredible! I didn’t realize you had written that many. I know personally what dedication that takes and I congratulate you on being consistent and persistent in your writing. Keep up the great work my friend!
Thanks Tom. I know you know. I love your blog and what you’re doing in Birmingham. I’m so glad we’re connected. It would be wild to see how many emails have been exchanged between you, me, and Bill over the past 4-5 years. 🙂
Congrats, Ryan. That’s an amazing accomplishment! I know you’ve inspired and help me over the years. Thanks for leading the way.
Thank you so much Mike. That’s nice of you to say. I’ve enjoyed our conversation through the years.
Good stuff Ryan. Parcel Mullet – that’s too funny!
Thanks so much Rob. Glad you liked that one too.