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Residential Report Writing and Case Studies
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This course will show you how to produce convincing appraisal reports in your daily practice. You’ll apply residential valuation procedures, grammar rules, and writing techniques, to specific writing assignments based on a residential case study. You’ll practice writing effective narrative comments for form appraisal reports and learn how to explain valuation procedures and conclusions to users of reports. The techniques applied in this course are useful in real-life situations that complicate routine assignments.
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Program State Approval & Hours
Some AI educational programs may not be approved in every state and every delivery format. To see a list of all state approvals across all formats for this course, please use the link below.
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- Those seeking residential real property appraiser licensure or certification with introductory experience and an understanding of the fundamental concepts of appraising
- Real estate professionals
- Users of appraisal services
- Accountants
- Practice writing skills that will help in explaining valuation procedures and conclusions to users of appraisal reports.
- Practice writing effective narrative comments for form appraisal reports.
- Review appraisal techniques and professional appraisal standards from a practical standpoint.
- Critique and complete an appraisal assignment of a single-family property.
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Appraisal Institute CE Points
Attend: 70 AI Points, Attend and Pass Exam: 140 AI Points, Pass Only: 125 AI Points
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Classroom & Synchronous 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.
- Free Review: Using a Financial Calculator: Formulas, Symbols, Math Review, and Sample Problems; and Financial Calculator Practice Exercises
- For additional help with the HP-12C calculator, take our online seminar
Classroom & Synchronous None specified Online
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Classroom & Synchronous Course Materials Include:
- Course Handbook (273 pp.)
- Case Study (30 pp.)
- Writing Samples (8 pp.)
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 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 AccessGo 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 DisclaimerI 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 DetailsFor 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.
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