As an independent auto damage appraiser, you are working with vehicle owners, insurance companies, independent appraisal firms, and auto body repair facilities and you need to make a good first impression. There are many things you can do in person to better your professionalism, but many appraisers don’t take the time to make a good... Continue Reading →
5 Expense Tracking Apps for 1099 Contractors
Being an independent auto damage appraiser can be a challenging career. Fast cycle times, high expectations, demanding customers, and dealing with devastation on a daily basis can all add up and make you feel worn out. Many appraisers are so busy handling being the appraisers for their company they neglect being the all in one... Continue Reading →
We are Only as Good as Our Last Claim
For over 4 decades at SCA, a quip our founder still often says is: "We are only as good as our last claim." The statement usually comes after a major (or minor) client complaint where the claims manager threatens to pull their account from SCA to give to another IA provider. This witty, tongue in... Continue Reading →