Chad Barker
CEO, Velox Valuations
Certified residential appraiser since 1996 and CEO of Velox Valuations. Chad leads the company's mission to bring appraisers together through shared infrastructure, technology, and franchising.
Velox Valuations × Working RE — Stronger Together
Why a Franchise Model Gives Appraisers Leverage
A live panel with Velox franchise owners on fragmentation, scale, branding, and the path forward for the appraisal profession.
For decades, residential appraisers have operated in one of the most fragmented professions in America. But today's market is creating new challenges: consolidation, operational complexity, inconsistent volume, rising competition, and increasing pressure on solo operators.
At the same time, some appraisers are discovering advantages through shared infrastructure, branding, collaboration, and scale.
Could the franchise model offer a different path forward for the appraisal profession?
Join Velox Valuations and Working RE for a discussion exploring how franchise structures may help appraisers gain leverage in a rapidly evolving industry. Whether you're a trainee, staff appraiser, independent operator, business owner, lender, AMC, or industry stakeholder, this session will explore how stronger alignment within the profession may create new opportunities for everyone involved.
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Panelists
Meet the panel
Velox franchise owners and leadership representing different paths through the appraisal profession.
Jason Covington
Franchise Owner — Velox Valuations in TN
Certified residential appraiser and Velox franchise owner in the Nashville market. Jason brings a builder's mindset to scaling a modern appraisal practice.
JP Ivey
Franchise Owner — Velox Valuations in FL & AL
Velox franchise owner representing the next generation of appraisal entrepreneurs. JP focuses on team building and operational excellence in his territory.
Kevin Muhammad
Franchise Owner — Velox Valuations in TX
Experienced appraiser and Velox franchise partner. Kevin shares how shared systems and peer collaboration are reshaping how independent appraisers compete.
David Lane
Franchise Owner — Velox Valuations in CA
Long-time appraiser and Velox franchise owner. David represents seasoned operators using the franchise model to scale beyond the limits of a solo shop.
Rob Long
Franchise Owner — Velox Valuations in CA
Velox franchise owner and appraisal business leader. Rob speaks to the entrepreneurial side of the profession and the leverage that comes from a shared brand.