06/10/2026
"I already told my client I worked on this property before. Isn't that enough?"
Not always.
In this week's Ask NAN, Bill Waltenbaugh explains why prior services disclosure is actually a two-step process under USPAP.
Many appraisers correctly disclose prior services to the client before accepting an assignment. But if the assignment requires a certification, as appraisal and appraisal review assignments do, the disclosure must also appear in the report.
This episode covers:
• The difference between client disclosure and certification disclosure
• Why both steps matter
• How legacy forms can contribute to missed disclosures
• The hidden risk of canned commentary and template addenda
• How UAD 3.6 helps reduce compliance mistakes through dynamic certifications
A key takeaway: If the client disclosure happened but the certification doesn't reflect it, the report may not be compliant.
Watch this week's Ask NAN episode for a practical look at one of the easiest USPAP requirements to overlook.