Office to Multi-Family Conversion speakers at January 2026 Chapter Business meeting
Welcome!
Welcome to the Massachusetts Rhode Island and Maine Chapter of the Appraisal Institute. Since its founding in 1935, the Chapter has been home to some of the profession’s leading practitioners and educators. The Chapter has over 300 valuation professionals who are committed to a higher level of competence and a rigorous code of ethics. Our mission is to be a leader in appraiser education and to foster an atmosphere of professional pride and camaraderie.
- Office to Multi-Family Conversion speakers at January 2026 Chapter Business meeting
Welcome!
Welcome to the Massachusetts Rhode Island and Maine Chapter of the Appraisal Institute. Since its founding in 1935, the Chapter has been home to some of the profession’s leading practitioners and educators. The Chapter has over 400 valuation professionals who are committed to a higher level of competence and a rigorous code of ethics. Our mission is to be a leader in appraiser education and to foster an atmosphere of professional pride and camaraderie.
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CONGRATULATIONS TO OUR NEW DESIGNATED MEMBERS
2026
Christina Caviston, MAI
2025
Norman Anderson, SRA
Kevin Thomas Quinn, Jr. MAI
Craig R. Segien, MAI
Jerome Franklin, MAI
2024
Bryan J. Plourde, MAI
Christopher Moore, MAI
Mathew J. Santos, MAI
Andrew Van Hazinga, MA
Christopher Shuka, MAI, AI-GRS
2023
Richard W. Bernklow, MAI, SRA
Stephanie Hitchings, AI-RRS
Christopher Shuka, MAI
Bryan S. Martin, SRA
LEARN ABOUT PAREA
UPCOMING EDUCATION
Sep
15
Tue
2026
Sep 15 all-day
REGISTER FOR THE LIVESTREAM CLASSROOM HERE
REGISTER FOR THE IN-PERSON CLASSROOM IN WARWICK, RI HERE
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Location: Hilton Garden Inn, One Thurber Road, Warwick, RI and Livestream
Check-in /Login Access: 8:30 am
Classroom Hours: 9:00 am – 11:00 am
Join us, via your laptop or in person, to explore how appraising marinas, golf courses, and resort hotels might expand your valuation expertise and potentially create new business opportunities. This program explores the unique challenges of specialty leisure and hospitality properties, including going concern allocation, travel industry trends, and appraisal review issues.
Our experienced panel includes an appraiser, investment broker, and lender as they share practical insights and real-world perspectives to help you build competency and confidently enter this specialized area of valuation.
Presenters include:
- Jeff Dugas, Senior Managing Director, Leisure Appraisal
- Jim Barry, Executive Vice President, Newmark
- James Rizzo, Chief Commercial Banking Officer, Rockland Trust
- James O’Connell, Principal, Hospitality Real Estate Counselor
Continuing Education Credit: This program is approved by the Appraisal Institute. Applications have been sent to the states of MA, NH, RI and ME. Reach out to the Chapter office about receiving CT CE credit. No credit will be provided in other states.
Sep
16
Wed
2026
Sep 16 all-day
This program is being hosted jointly between the Connecticut Chapter, Massachusetts Rhode Island Maine Chapter and Metro New Jersey Chapter of the Appraisal Institute.
Login/Program Access: 8:00 am – 8:30 am
Classroom Hours: 8:30 am – 4:00 pm (30 minute lunch break)
Enrolled students will receive an email with a link to join the LIVESTREAM class.
Credit Hours: 7 hours
This course is delivered via a live, interactive virtual classroom using Zoom. Participants must have a system with a webcam and microphone. It is the participant’s responsibility to ensure their equipment meets these requirements in order to participate and receive continuing education credit.
Participation and Attendance Requirements
• Participants must remain visible on Zoom with their webcam on and their full face visible for the duration of the class.
• The instructor must be able to see and interact with all participants, and participants must be able to interact with the instructor at all times.
• Attendance will be monitored throughout the session using webcams, polling, and direct interaction. A 100% attendance policy applies.
• Instructors and administrators will periodically direct questions to participants, who are expected to respond promptly.
Identification and Access
• A valid photo ID (driver’s license/passport) must be uploaded into your AI account.
Learning Environment
• Participants must attend from a quiet, distraction-free location that allows for full attention and engagement throughout the class and reliable internet connection.
• Disruptive students will be removed from the class (no ce/no refunds/no credits will be issued)
Sep
23
Wed
2026
Location: Hyatt Place, 50 Forbes Road, Braintree, MA
Tuition: $460 AI Price; $510 Regular Price
Instructor: Edward V. Bowler, MAI, SRA
Credit Hours: 30 hours (Be sure check with with your state licensing board for approval)
Check-in: : 8:00 am on September 23, 2025
Classroom Hours: 8:30 am – 5:00 pm
Sep 23 @ 8:00 am – 11:30 am
Login/Program Access: 8:00 am
Classroom Hours: 8:30 am – 11:30 am
Enrolled students will receive an email with a link to join the LIVESTREAM class.
Credit Hours: 3 hours
Analyzing Defects, Damages, and Deficiencies in the New URAR is fast-paced, and class time will not be spent waiting for students who did not download materials prior to class. The electronic files may be obtained by logging on to the Appraisal Institute website at https://ai.appraisalinstitute.org/eweb (click on the three horizontal lines to the left of the AI logo and selecting “My AI Account” from the drop-down menu).
Requirements:
Important Preclass Download Assignment: For the best learning experience, it is imperative that you download the materials prior to class and come prepared to take notes. You can either print the handbook or bring a laptop with materials saved where they are ready to be accessed.
UPCOMING MEETINGS & EVENTS
Sep
11
Fri
2026
Join the Massachusetts, Rhode Island & Maine Chapter for our annual Jay Zeiger Day of Service at Save A Dog in Sudbury, MA, from 9:30 a.m. to noon. Volunteers will spend the morning helping with outdoor cleanup and other projects that keep the shelter looking its best for the dogs in its care. It’s a great way to give back, get your hands dirty, and spend time with fellow chapter members.
Volunteers should dress for the elements but include long pants, closed toe shoes and socks. Sometimes puppies get rambunctious and can grab a shirt edge or shoelace.
Volunteers will get a chance to play with the dogs in the shelter too.
We’ll wrap up the morning with pizza and good company!
About Save the Dog
Save A Dog is a humane society whose primary focus is rescuing and rehoming abandoned dogs. We began in 1999 as an all-breed, all-volunteer dog rescue group and ran out of our founder’s home for nine years. Finally we have a lovely facility and kennel which we are renting to own in Sudbury, Mass. Save A Dog is a privately funded 501(c)3 organization. Our Tax ID number is 04-3476937.
Sep
15
Tue
2026
Sep 15 all-day
REGISTER FOR THE LIVESTREAM CLASSROOM HERE
REGISTER FOR THE IN-PERSON CLASSROOM IN WARWICK, RI HERE
____________________________________________________________________________________________
Location: Hilton Garden Inn, One Thurber Road, Warwick, RI and Livestream
Check-in /Login Access: 8:30 am
Classroom Hours: 9:00 am – 11:00 am
Join us, via your laptop or in person, to explore how appraising marinas, golf courses, and resort hotels might expand your valuation expertise and potentially create new business opportunities. This program explores the unique challenges of specialty leisure and hospitality properties, including going concern allocation, travel industry trends, and appraisal review issues.
Our experienced panel includes an appraiser, investment broker, and lender as they share practical insights and real-world perspectives to help you build competency and confidently enter this specialized area of valuation.
Presenters include:
- Jeff Dugas, Senior Managing Director, Leisure Appraisal
- Jim Barry, Executive Vice President, Newmark
- James Rizzo, Chief Commercial Banking Officer, Rockland Trust
- James O’Connell, Principal, Hospitality Real Estate Counselor
Continuing Education Credit: This program is approved by the Appraisal Institute. Applications have been sent to the states of MA, NH, RI and ME. Reach out to the Chapter office about receiving CT CE credit. No credit will be provided in other states.
Sep
17
Thu
2026
Join the Massachusetts, Rhode Island & Maine Chapter of the Appraisal Institute for the Q3 Chapter Business Meeting and Networking Event at Maine Beer Company in Freeport, Maine. This gathering is a great opportunity to connect with fellow real estate valuation professionals in a relaxed setting, hear chapter updates, and expand your professional network. Whether you’re a longtime member or new to the industry, you’ll have the chance to swap stories, share insights on today’s appraisal landscape, meet new real estate valuation professionals, and build relationships with colleagues from across the region. Enjoy great conversation, local craft beer, and an evening of networking that strengthens both your connections and your career.
ONLINE and SYNCHRONOUS COURSES
Jan
1
Thu
2026
Jan 1 – Dec 31 all-day
This AQB CAP approved course meets the Valuation Bias and Fair Housing Laws and Regulations Outline from the Real Property Qualification Criteria.
This online course trains appraisers in topics related to valuation bias and fair housing laws and regulations and fulfills specifications provided by the Appraisal Qualifications Board (AQB). It will enable all appraisers, both residential and non-residential, to learn more about civil rights protections and best practices for report writing so they can maintain compliance with federal agency rules. The course also provides in-depth information about the civil rights complaint process. Filled with Supreme Court cases and discussion prompts, this program provides ample opportunities for participants to consider both historic and contemporary fair housing topics.
Ultimately, Valuation Bias and Fair Housing Laws and Regulations is a comprehensive guide covering recent discourse about valuation bias and best practices related to federal fair housing laws.
Requirements
According to requirements set forth by the Appraisal Qualifications Board (AQB), appraisers must successfully complete a course that meets the content requirements of the Valuation Bias and Fair Housing Laws and Regulations Outline every two calendar years.
Appraisers must complete a 7-hour course the first time they meet the AQB continuing education requirement for Valuation Bias and Fair Housing. Every two calendar years thereafter, the course length must be at least four (4) hours.
Individuals must complete an 8-hour course to meet AQB qualifying education core curriculum requirements. This course, which is required to obtain or upgrade an appraiser credential, is identical to the 7-hour version but also includes a one-hour mandatory exam. Information about the exam is included within the course.
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