Apr
26
Wed
AVOIDING BIAS: Building A Better Bias Defense (4 CE Hours) @ Via ZOOM
Apr 26 @ 1:00 pm – 5:00 pm
  • 4 CE hours
  • Check in begins at 12:45 pm
  • Seminar is 1-5 pm
  • Instructor: Frank Gregorie and Nicholas Pilz, MAI, SRA, AI-RRS

NOTE: The seminar’s intent is to meet the criteria set forth in the Virginia CE requirement in HB284 (fair housing and appraisal bias.) This is effective with everyone renewing a Virginia real estate appraisal license as of 7/1/2023.

This seminar is approved by the Virginia State Board for 4 CE hours and meets their bias training criteria.  Applicable to General and Residential Appraisers as well as Users of Appraisal Services. This offering will review suggestions available to all Virginia appraisers that can be implemented in one’s current work to help minimize or alleviate such allegations by reviewing government requirements prohibiting discrimination in the valuation profession.

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Cancellation Policy

Any & all cancellations are subject to an admin fee.  No credit/refunds for cancellations made on or after 7 days prior to class.  No credit/refunds for no-shows.  Our cancellation policy is stated on the registration portal. A copy of your driver’s license must be emailed to the Chapter office as verification for the offering prior to the offering start date.

Questions?

Email: lisamayweiss@hotmail.com   Call: 856.415.0281

 

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Jun
21
Wed
Setting the Stage for Inputs: An In-depth Look at an Inferred Market Study @ Brightpoint Community College, Midlothian Campus
Jun 21 @ 8:30 am – 12:30 pm
  • 8:30 am – 12:30 pm
  • 4 CE hours
  • Developed & presented by Vincent M. Dowling, MAI, MRICS, SRA, M.Ed

Appraisal reports convey opinions and conclusions that are to be based on credible market support.  However, the reality is that this does not always occur.  USPAP requires the appraisal to have market support, sound reasoning and logic for adjustments in a comparison analysis, all components in a cost analysis and the multiple aspects of an income analysis.  This program will address the need for meaningful market analysis for properties that commonly transact and are located in relatively stable markets, using industry approved and peer tested techniques within the Six Step process.

We will focus on how this can be accomplished in an inferred market study. Market analysis precedes and is the underpinning of the highest and best use analysis and conclusion.  Many valuation reports convey opinions but often lack the underlying data and analysis to support the opinions and conclusions expressed in the report.  The underlying market data and its analysis is often poorly communicated due to clients requesting a quick turn-around time frame or the impact of other restrictions.

This program delves into all aspects of an Inferred market analysis which is the underpinning of a meaningful highest and best use analysis and conclusion.  Each step in the Six Step process will connect theory and practice to assist residential and non-residential practitioners in writing more complete and meaningful appraisals, regardless of the medium used to communicate the report.  The goal will be to offer pragmatic ways to comply with USPAP and allow clients and intended users to more fully understand all the work done by an appraiser.  The program is designed to show how USPAP and appraisal practice and theory can be presented in a succinct manner that will be meaningful to users while demonstrating the depth of research and analysis that trained and experienced appraisers bring to assignments.  The intent is to protect the general public and meet the obligation expected in this industry.

Cancellation Policy

Any & all cancellations are subject to an admin fee.  No credit/refunds for cancellations made on or after 7 days prior to class.  No credit/refunds for no-shows.  Our cancellation policy is stated on the registration portal.

Questions?

Email:  lisamayweiss@hotmail.com   Call: 856.415.0281

Risk and Equity’s Role @ Brightpoint Community College, Midlothian Campus
Jun 21 @ 1:30 pm – 4:30 pm
  • 1:30 pm – 4:30 pm
  • 3 CE hours
  • Seminar developed & presented by Vincent M. Dowling, MAI, MRICS, SRA, M.Ed.

The program reviews the underlying risk factors that impact all real estate & the role of equity when acquiring and owning real property. Appraisal assignments generally seek to value the whole property as of an effective date and practitioners use the methods and techniques taught academically & gained while on-the-job. We will review factors that contribute to many factors including but not limited to overall & yield rates. It views investments from both the lender & equity investors positions.

     While the various types of risk will be discussed, tools used by lenders will also be reviewed. Salient issues such as loan-to-value ratios, breakeven analysis, sensitivity need to be addressed when valuing income producing property. While most of the program will be relevant for the general practitioner, many risk issues are confronted by residentially valuers.

     This short program will also focus on the role equity plays when evaluating the real property rights. The program looks at the appraiser’s responsibilities as its pertains to the role of equity under USPAP, Interagency Guidelines, and similar documents such as Florida Statutes Title XXXII Regulation of Professions and Occupations which are used to evaluate the reasonableness of an appraisal service.

Cancellation Policy

Any & all cancellations are subject to an admin fee. No credit/refunds for cancellations made on or after 7 days prior to class.  No credit/refunds for no-shows. Our cancellation policy is stated on the registration portal.

Questions?

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Jun
22
Thu
Uniform Appraisal Standards for Federal Land Acquisitions: Practical Applications (Yellow Book Class) @ Brightpoint Community College, Midlothian Campus
Jun 22 @ 8:30 am – Jun 23 @ 4:30 pm
  • 14 CE hours + 1 hour exam       
  • Check in begins at 8:15am
  • Class starts at 8:30am                       
  • Instructor: Vincent Dowling, MAI, SRA

The update to the Uniform Appraisal Standards for Federal Land Acquisitions was released by the Interagency Land Acquisition Conference in December 2016. This is the first update to the standards since 2000. The 2-day Appraisal Institute course not only provides a comprehensive review of the Uniform Appraisal Standards for Federal Land Acquisitions, 6th edition, it also includes critical instruction to those involved in federal land acquisition valuation assignments. The course walks you through case studies that demonstrate practical procedures and solutions. Whether you are an experienced appraiser who writes or reviews federal land acquisition appraisals or you are an appraiser interested in expanding your client base to include federal and state agencies and organizations, this course will show you how to apply the 6th edition of the Uniform Appraisal Standards for Federal Land Acquisitions in practice. A 1-hour exam is included.

While program materials will be supplied, you will need to download an electronic copy of the required text and bring it with you: the 6th edition of the Uniform Appraisal Standards for Federal Land Acquisitions. To download a free copy, click here.  A financial calculator is required. The accepted model used in the course is the HP-12C.

Note: Cellular phones, tablets, iPads, and other devices that connect to the Internet are NOT permitted during the exam.

EDUCATION CREDIT: This course is approved in most states for continuing education credit including VA. For other states, visit Uniform Appraisal Standards for Federal Land Acquisitions: Practical Applications

 

Cancellation Policy

Any & all cancellations are subject to an admin fee.  No credit/refunds for cancellations made on or after 7 days prior to class.  No credit/refunds for no-shows.  Our cancellation policy is stated on the registration portal.

Questions?

Email:  lisamayweiss@hotmail.com   Call: 856.415.0281

Mar
7
Thu
2024-2025 7-Hour USPAP Update Course (In Person) @ Roanoke, VA
Mar 7 @ 8:30 am – 4:00 pm
  • Offered both in-person and via Zoom; register accordingly. (They are separate registration links and not transferrable.)         
  • In person limited to 8 people 
  • (Donuts, coffee & other snacks are included in-person) 
  • Check in begins at 8:15am
  • Class starts at 8:30am
  • Instructor: Joseph Durrer, MAI, SRA

This required 7-hour continuing education course, copyrighted by The Appraisal Foundation, focuses on USPAP requirements for ethical behavior and competent performance by appraisers. New case studies and tools are provided to help you learn how to better navigate USPAP in order to solve problems in your daily appraisal practice, and a USPAP Reference Manual is included with the course handbook. The topic of bias and appraisal practice will be covered using Advisory Opinion 16 showing how an appraiser can comply with USPAP as it relates to fair housing laws. The course will help you gain competency in USPAP, and it will help those subject to state licensing or certification and continuing education requirements imposed by professional organizations, client groups, or employers gain competency as well.  NOTE. Appraisers must successfully complete the 7-Hour National USPAP Continuing Education Course every 2 years to meet the USPAP continuing education requirement.

Registration includes course materials (not the USPAP Manual from the Appraisal Foundation).  When you register for the course the default is to download the course material.  If you want hardcopy you have to select that option; there will be an extra fee.  This material is required for the course, but it is not the USPAP Manual, it is the student handbook & guidebook for the class.  You are required to have this material in class, hardcopy or downloaded on a computer.


Any & all cancellations are subject to an admin fee. No credit/refunds for cancellations made on or after 7 days prior to class.  No credit/refunds for no-shows.  Our cancellation policy is stated on the registration portal. Printed materials for the USPAP offering are not included and must be purchased when registering at an additional fee; the download is included in your registration.

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2024-2025 7-Hour USPAP Update Course (Virtual) @ Via ZOOM
Mar 7 @ 8:30 am – 4:00 pm
  • Offered both in-person and via Zoom; register accordingly. (They are separate registration links and not transferrable.)         
  • In person limited to 8 people  
  • Check in begins at 8:15am
  • Class starts at 8:30am
  • Instructor: Joseph Durrer, MAI, SRA

This required 7-hour continuing education course, copyrighted by The Appraisal Foundation, focuses on USPAP requirements for ethical behavior and competent performance by appraisers. New case studies and tools are provided to help you learn how to better navigate USPAP in order to solve problems in your daily appraisal practice, and a USPAP Reference Manual is included with the course handbook. The topic of bias and appraisal practice will be covered using Advisory Opinion 16 showing how an appraiser can comply with USPAP as it relates to fair housing laws. The course will help you gain competency in USPAP, and it will help those subject to state licensing or certification and continuing education requirements imposed by professional organizations, client groups, or employers gain competency as well.  NOTE. Appraisers must successfully complete the 7-Hour National USPAP Continuing Education Course every 2 years to meet the USPAP continuing education requirement.

Registration includes course materials (not the USPAP Manual from the Appraisal Foundation).  When you register for the course the default is to download the course material.  If you want hardcopy you have to select that option; there will be an extra fee.  This material is required for the course, but it is not the USPAP Manual, it is the student handbook & guidebook for the class.  You are required to have this material in class, hardcopy or downloaded on a computer.

This offering is presented virtually via Zoom. Students must have computer, webcam & microphone capability to participate & receive CE credit. The platform will be interactive and live. The instructor must be able to physically see and interact with all students and students must be able see and interact with the instructor. A copy of your driver’s license must be emailed to the Chapter office as verification after you have registered for the offering prior to the offering start date. You will receive a separate email from the Chapter Office with log-in/access information.  You do not need a paid account from ZOOM to participate. If you are using your Ipad/Iphone/smartphone download the ZOOM app prior to offering. Check your webcam privacy settings on your computer. Contact lisamayweiss@hotmail.com with questions.


Any & all cancellations are subject to an admin fee. No credit/refunds for cancellations made on or after 7 days prior to class.  No credit/refunds for no-shows.  Our cancellation policy is stated on the registration portal. Printed materials for the USPAP offering are not included and must be purchased when registering at an additional fee; the download is included in your registration.

CLICK HERE FOR DOWNLOADED FLYER OF ALL UPCOMING EVENTS.