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AIDC 2012 Appraisal Education Survey

 
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Thank you for taking the time to share your preferences. The results of this survey will help us ensure we deliver the programs most helpful to you in 2012. This survey should only take 10-15 minutes of your time and your answers will be completely anonymous.

For each course listing below, please indicate the likelihood that you would sign up if the course were available at a time and place convenient for you. The list starts with appraisal courses applicable to all, then you'll have the opportunity to review commercial courses, residential courses or both.

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* 1. Analyzing the Effects of Environmental Contamination on Real Property
Gain an excellent foundation into a complex area of appraisal valuation! In this new seminar, participants will obtain an overview of federal, state, and Brownfield programs. They’ll understand when the use of a hypothetical condition or extraordinary assumption is called for in an appraisal report, as well as when the assignment requires an appraisal of the “as-is” condition of the property. Also discussed will be applicable USPAP provisions and the critical nature of the Competency Rule to any assignment.

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* 2. Appraiser as an Expert Witness: Preparation and Testimony
This two-day course introduces the basic concepts and strategies needed to engage in litigation valuation. It explores the scope of activities appraisers can expect in a legal action, including assessing the status of a case, developing a USPAP-compliant appraisal without preparing a written report, and understanding legal terminology and jargon. The course addresses how litigation assignments differ from lender assignments and how to market appraisal services to litigation clients. Participants work in small groups to practice effective deposition and direct testimony techniques and a mock trial with a residential case study gives them the opportunity to experience a realistic courtroom environment in which to polish their skills.

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* 3. Business Practices and Ethics
Business Practices and Ethics is a significant course in the Appraisal Institute's curriculum. Members of the Appraisal Institute must adhere to its Code of Professional Ethics and the Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice, and must do so in an increasingly complex business environment. This course is designed to familiarize current and potential members with the obligations of a professional appraiser.

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* 4. Effective Appraisal Writing
Learn to write reports that are reader friendly, concise, and convincing. Understand the importance of the final product and the numerous communication decisions required to make it an effective and persuasive document. Gain proficiency in writing appraisal reports that demonstrate professionalism. See how a few simple changes in prose style and layout can make vast changes in the client’s understanding and reaction to the report.

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* 5. Introduction to Conservation Easement Valuation
This seminar will introduce you to the complex world of conservation easement valuation. Become familiar with the history, basic terminology, and documents associated with conservation easement appraisals. Learn about the problems that arise when valuing conservation easements under different scenarios and the concerns and controversies that exist. Highest and best use issues, valuation, and reporting requirements also will be examined.

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* 6. Litigation Skills for the Appraiser: An Overview
In this seminar, you will learn how legal terminology differs from appraisal terminology and gain an understanding of the appraiser’s role in the legal system as an expert witness. You will receive an overview of the scope of activities performed by the appraiser in a legal action and the various assignments and litigation scenarios in which real estate appraisers may become involved. How appraisers act in condemnation, ad-valorem property tax actions, alternative dispute resolutions, and insurance matters are also covered.

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* 7. National Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice (USPAP) Update Course, 7-Hour
This one-day update course, copyrighted by The Appraisal Foundation, focuses on recent changes to USPAP requirements for ethical behavior and competent performance by appraisers. The course, which clarifies several commonly misunderstood aspects of USPAP, will aid appraisers in all areas of appraisal practice seeking updated competency in USPAP, including those subject to state licensing or certification and continuing education requirements imposed by professional organizations, client groups, or employers.

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* 8. National Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice (USPAP) Course, 15-Hour
Using the National USPAP Course material developed by the sponsoring organizations of The Appraisal Foundation, this two-day course covers basic rules for ethical behavior and competent performance. The course is designed to comply with USPAP requirements for state certified appraisers and it highlights the role of the appraiser and the implied impartiality often associated with this role. Participants will learn how requirements of the Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice affect their appraisal businesses.

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* 9. Scope of Work: Expanding Your Range of Services
The scope of work decision is one of the most critical decisions you will make in the initial development of your report. This decision, resulting research and analysis, and proper communication of both client and intended user(s) can be keys to a beneficial relationship with clients and increased future success.
This seminar addresses the wide range of services you can offer your current and potential clients. It also clearly highlights the practical application of the scope of work decision in a variety of everyday appraisal assignments.
Understanding scope of work will provide you with new appraisal and consulting opportunities, improve profitability and increase client satisfaction, all without breaking any rules! You will learn how to customize your work, gain flexibility, and provide your clients with services that further satisfy their needs.

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* 10. The Lending World in Crisis-What Clients Need Their Appraisers to Know Today
This revised seminar, previously released in 2005, titled What Clients Want Their Appraiser’s to Know, has been updated to reflect dramatic changes in the real estate market. According to clients, commercial appraisers are making
the same error – providing little or no critical analysis – which in these times is even more critical now. Legislation will give appraisers more independence than ever before, but if the work product does not improve, many appraisers will find their appraisal volumes declining. Keep your clients satisfied and your assignments growing by attending this important educational program!

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* 11. Would you like to review commercial courses?

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