Basic Appraisal Procedures

Description

 

Apply the principles and concepts learned in Basic Appraisal Principles. This four-day course takes you step-by-step through the valuation process: defining the problem, collecting and analyzing data, reaching a final opinion of value, and communicating the appraisal. Learn about the three approaches to reaching an opinion of value—income capitalization, cost, and sales comparison—and apply them in true-to-life case studies and problems. After examining income capitalization methods and formulas, learn how rates and multipliers are derived. Through case studies discover the steps and concepts involved in the cost approach—how appraisers estimate the cost of constructing a reproduction of or replacement for an existing structure; the three major components of depreciation and methods for estimating and allocating depreciation; and land and site valuation. The course will guide you through the sales comparison approach including researching the market, verifying information, selecting units of comparison, conducting a comparative analysis, making adjustments, and reconciliation. Complete key sections of an appraisal report. Finally, the course provides an introduction to property description and construction and design basics.

 

Sponsor Date Location Delivery Format Check
State Approvals
 
Appraisal Institute On Demand Online  Check Register
Hoosier State Chapter October 17-20, 2023 Indianapolis, IN Classroom  Check Register

Program State Approval & Hours

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Who should Enroll

  • Beginning real property appraisers
  • Real estate professionals
  • Users of appraisal services
  • College students
  • Accountants

Objectives

  • Identify the eight steps of the valuation process.
  • Identify the basic components and processes used to derive a value indication when performing the income capitalization approach.
  • Identify the six procedures for analyzing land or site value.
  • Identify the three cost-estimating methods used by appraisers.
  • Apply component costs to estimate the cost of residential building improvements.
  • Identify typical elements of comparison used in the sales comparison approach.
  • Analyze sales to select appropriate comparable properties.
  • Derive adjustments using paired sales analysis.
  • Reconcile the indicated values derived in the sales comparison approach to a single point value opinion.
  • Recognize the types of reports used to communicate an appraisal analysis.

Prerequisites


Exam

Yes, 2 hours

Level

Basic

Appraisal Institute CE Points

Attend: 150 AI Points,  Attend and Pass Exam: 200 AI Points,  Pass Only: 150 AI Points

Class Time

28 hours

Assignments

Classroom: No required assignments.
 
Online: Yes. Participants must complete mandatory assignments in this program. Please plan your time accordingly and allow up to 5 days for the instructor to review your assignments. The instructor may ask for a re-submission of incomplete assignments. You may also contact the instructor to request expedited review.

Program Overview

Classroom & Synchronous

Online & Synchronous

Required and/or Recommended Equipment

Classroom & Synchronous
  • A financial calculator is required. The accepted model used in the program is the HP-12C. AI education programs that require a financial calculator are developed with HP-12C keystrokes; using this model is highly recommended.
  • You must be familiar with calculator operation when the program begins. Do not enroll expecting to be taught how to use a financial calculator.
  • For more information and a free review, click here.
  • For additional help with the HP-12C calculator, take our online seminar Using Your HP-12C Financial Calculator.
  • HP-12C calculator User’s Manual.

Online
  • A financial calculator is required. The accepted model used in the program is the HP-12C. AI education programs that require a financial calculator are developed with HP-12C keystrokes; using this model is highly recommended.
  • You must be familiar with calculator operation when the program begins. Do not enroll expecting to be taught how to use a financial calculator.
  • For more information and a free review, click here.
  • For additional help with the HP-12C calculator, take our online seminar Using Your HP-12C Financial Calculator
  • HP-12C calculator User’s Manual

System Requirements

Classroom & Synchronous
None

Online

Synchronous

Additional Information

Classroom & Synchronous
Course Materials Include:
  • Course Handbook (436 pp.)
  • Student Handout (10 pp.)
  • Solutions Booklet (90 pp.)
National Registry of CPE Sponsors
The Appraisal Institute is registered with the National Association of State Boards of Accountancy (NASBA) as a sponsor of continuing professional education on the National Registry of CPE Sponsors. 

State boards of accountancy have final authority on the acceptance of individual courses for CPE credit. Complaints regarding registered sponsors may be addressed to the National Registry of CPE Sponsors, 150 Fourth Avenue North, Nashville, TN, 37219-2417. Web site: www.nasba.org

Delivery Method: Group-Live


You will be asked to clear the calculator’s memory before and after the examination. Only one calculator is permitted in the testing room. Examinees taking most AI exams may bring their own calculator to use during the exam. Laptops, cellular phones, tablets, iPads, wearable technology (smart watch, Apple Watch, Google Glass, etc.), and other devices that can store data or connect to the Internet are NOT permitted during the exam. In addition, all watches, wallets, bags, and purses must be removed and stored out of reach prior to taking the exam.

Online

The cost of this course includes a course handbook that will be available for immediate download.

Exam:
You will have 90 days from the time that you complete the course to take the proctored, offline exam. Testing center locations in your area can be found by clicking on this link: www.pearsonvue.com/ai.
Exam FAQ

Online Course Access
Go to www.appraisalinstitute.org and log in with the username and password you used when you registered. Click on the red “My Account” button if you are not automatically taken to your account page.
1. Click "Education and Events" on the right navigation menu.
2. Find the course under the “Online Courses” heading and click the “Begin” button.
IMPORTANT NOTE: Once this button is clicked, your access length time (e.g. 90 days) will begin. Only click when you intend to start the course. If you are returning, once you have started the course, click the “Continue” button to continue.

Technology-Based Education Student Disclaimer
I agree to the terms and policies set forth under the Appraisal Institute Education Policy. I also certify that I am the person identified under Personal Data and that I will personally complete each assigned component of instruction and any examination(s). I understand and agree that if I misrepresent my identity or arrange for someone else to represent himself or herself as me at any time during the Appraisal Institute online course or seminar, I will be immediately removed from the course or seminar and I will not be entitled to any refund. I further understand that if I am a Designated member, Candidate for Designation, Practicing Affiliate, or Affiliate of the Appraisal Institute and participated in any misrepresentation of identity, by affirmative act or failure to act, I will be the subject of a peer review proceeding under Regulation No. 6 for violation of the Code of Professional Ethics and Standards of Professional Practice of the Appraisal Institute, and such peer review proceeding may result in termination of my Appraisal Institute membership, candidacy, and/or affiliation.

Other Details
For information about how on demand online education programs work, registration and cancellation policies, and other details, see our On Demand Online Education Frequently Asked Questions.


Synchronous
Course Materials Include:
  • Course Handbook (434 pp.)
  • Solutions Booklet (90 pp.)

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