Sep
20
Thu
2018
Eminent Domain and Condemnation Appraisal Practice in Massachusetts – 2018 @ Federal Reserve Boston
Sep 20 all-day

Eminent Domain and Condemnation Appraisal Practice in Massachusetts – 2018
Earn 7 total hours of CE credit!

Presented by

The New England Chapter – IRWA

The Massachusetts and Rhode Island Chapter of the Appraisal Institute

MBREA| The Association for Valuation Professionals TM

The Massachusetts Department of Transportation – Highway Division

Thursday, September 20th from 8:00 am – 4:45 pm
Connelly Center @ the Federal Reserve Boston
600 Atlantic Avenue, Boston, MA

At this seminar, participants will dive into the condemnation process through a host of eminent domain experts from across the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. The seminar will feature several panel discussions and individual presentations on various right of way appraisal topics. Presenters will explore all phases of the right of way acquisition process, focusing on the appraiser’s critical role on the project team. Participants will learn valuable skills associated with appraising partial acquisitions, assessing damages, and providing expert testimony during litigation.

The seminar is sponsored in part by the Massachusetts Department of Transportation and MassDOT highly encourages all appraisers who wish to do business with the Highway Division to attend this educational seminar.

Program Schedule:
8:00 AM – Registration
8:30 AM – 4:45 PM – 7 Hour CE Program

Registration Fee (includes breaks, lunch, and materials):

  • Member Rate (IRWA, AI, MBREA):$165*
  • Non-Member Rate:$205
  • Government Rate (MassDOT): $125

*IRWA and MBREA members who are not AI professionals should contact those organizations for a promo code to receive the member rate.

Continuing Education:

This program is approved for 7 Hours of CE credit by the Appraisal Institute and approved for 7 Continuing Education Units (CUEs) for IRWA recertification.  Applications have been submitted to the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, the State of Rhode Island and the State of New Hampshire.  It is the discretion of the Board to approve, disapprove and/or reduce the amount of CE credit for the course.  100% attendance is required to receive CE credit.

Topics Covered Include:

Introduction to Eminent Domain, Condemnation Theory and Defining the Basics – This session will provide an overview of the history of eminent domain, concepts, public purpose, just compensation and define terms.
o Bernard Baldassaro, Appraisal Administrator, MassDOT/Highway Division, Right of Way Bureau
o Richard K. Pino, MAI, R/W-AC, Petersen LaChance Regan Pino, LLC
o Christopher Quinn, Esq.

The Team Approach to Valuation – Panelists will provide input on how their work with the appraiser helps to facilitate an efficient acquisition of the necessary real property interests on a right of way project.
o Derrick Roma, PMP, SR/WA
o Matthew Curley, Project Engineer, Tetra Tech, US Infrastructure Division
o John DeLeire, Director, MassDOT Highay Division, Right of Way Bureau
o William Lachance, MAI, SRA, Petersen LaChance Regan Pino, LLC
o Robert LaVita, RE Director, RND Consultants, Inc.

The Importance of Highest and Best Use and its role in the Valuation Process – This session provides an introduction to the concept of Highest and Best Use (HBU) and explains why it is critical to the valuation process. The discussion will include the required legal, physical possible, financial and maximum profitability tests
o Rose Perrizo, MAI, Principal and Owner, RP Realty Advisors
o Steven R. Foster, MAI, Senior Vice President, Lincoln Property Company
o William Lyons, Jr., President and Founder, Fort Hill Companies

Partial Takings – Concepts and Valuation Issues – This session is presented around a series of case study examples illustrating valuation techniques, including Direct Damages – Consequential & Severance and Overburdening Considerations, the Challenges of Highest & Best Use in Before & After Analysis and Proximity Damage or Change in Highest & Best Use
o Ellen McDonald, Real Estate Appraiser and Market Analyst
o Bernard Baldassaro, Appraisal Administrator, MassDOT/Highway Division, Right of Way Bureau
o Donald Bouchard, CRE, MAI, Senior Vice President, Lincoln Property Company
o Gregory Story, Principal, AM Appraisal Associates
o Richard K. Pino, MAI, R/W-AC, Petersen LaChance Regan Pino, LLC

The Litigation Environment – This presentation features a panel of experienced attorneys and a former Superior Court Judge, discussing the litigation environment and what the appraiser should prepare for.
o Donald Bouchard, CRE, MAI, Senior Vice President, Lincoln Property Company
o John Bowen, Esq., Counsel, Rackemann, Sawyer and Brewster
o John Leonard, Esq., Law offices of John S. Leonard
o J. Owen Todd, Esq. Partner, Todd and Weld, LLP

Disclaimer

Apr
24
Wed
2019
Fundamentals of Separating Real Property, Personal Property, and Intangible Business Assets @ Courtyard by Marriott
Apr 24 – Apr 25 all-day
Oct
30
Wed
2019
Review Case Studies – Residential
Oct 30 – Oct 31 all-day

Location:   Courtyard By Marriott, 700 Unicorn Park Drive, Woburn, MA
Tuition:     $650 AI Price; $900 Full Price
Instructor:  Mark V. Smeltzer, MAI, SRA, AI-RRS
Credit Hours: 14 hours + 1 Hour exam (Be sure check with with your state licensing board for approval)

Jun
25
Thu
2020
Business Practices and Ethics @ Courtyard by Marriott
Jun 25 all-day

 

 

Sep
17
Thu
2020
Tightening the Appraisal @ via Live Virtual Education
Sep 17 @ 8:30 am – 12:00 pm

Instructor:  Vincent M. Dowling, MAI, SRA

Login/Program Access: 8:30 am – 9:00 am
Classroom Hours: 9:00 am – Noon

Enrolled students will receive an email with a link to join the virtual class.

About the Program:  This unique offering seeks to provide the appraiser with thought provoking insight into what clients and intended users expect in an appraisal. Understanding and addressing these expectations allow intended user/s and review appraisers to realize the value of the analysis and evaluate the appraisal service. The seminar focuses on the presentation of appraisal components in a manner that will be understood by the client and intended user/s and offer ways of providing supporting documentation in a manner to comply with the minimum requirements of USPAP. The objectives of this offering should be of interest to all appraisers, residential and commercial.

Participation Guidelines:   Students must have webcam/iphone/ipad/smartphone capability to participate and receive continuing education 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. Participants do not need a paid account from ZOOM to participate.

A copy of your driver’s license must be emailed to the Chapter office as verification after you have registered for the offering no later than noon on September 16th via email.

Only those students who provide the photo identification and “attend” the program in its entirety will receive a certificate of completion. Once registered, students will be emailed log-in/access information.

Continuing Education:  This program is approved for 3 hours of AI credit (15 points) and for 3 hours of CE credit by the Commonwealth of Massachusetts (Approval #620013) and the State of Maine (Approval #116C001). Applications have also been submitted NH and RI for three hours of appraiser CE credit. There will be no credit provided in other states.

Course Materials:  Price includes an electronic copy of the materials which will be emailed to enrolled students.

Dec
2
Wed
2020
General Appraiser Market Analysis and Highest and Best Use
Dec 2 – Dec 5 all-day

Location:   Courtyard By Marriott, 700 Unicorn Park Drive, Woburn, MA
Tuition:     $550 AI Price; $600 Full Price (after 11/18 add $50)
Instructor:  Edward V. Bowler, MAI, SRA
Credit Hours: 30 hours (Be sure check with with your state licensing board for approval)

Jan
20
Wed
2021
Getting it Right from the Start: A Workout Plan for Your Scope of Work @ via Live Virtual Education
Jan 20 @ 8:30 am – 4:30 pm

Instructor: Vince Dowling, MAI

Login/Program Access: 8:00 am – 8:30 am
Classroom Hours: 8:30 am – 4:30 pm

Enrolled students will receive an email with a link to join the virtual class.

NEW SEMINAR!
The scope of work decision is the most critical one you will make in the development of an appraisal.  After identifying the key elements of the assignment, you decide what needs to be done to arrive at assignment results that address the needs of the intended users of the appraisal. This seminar will help you become familiar with the broad range of services that you can offer under USPAP and give you practice determining the appropriate scope of work for various types of assignments. Return to your office with greater confidence when making scope of work decisions.
It is the responsibility of the student to check with each state licensing agency they are looking for CE credit to verify virtual approval.
Jan
29
Fri
2021
2020/2021 7 Hour National USPAP Update Course @ via Live Virtual Education
Jan 29 all-day

Course Details: Click here for course description, state certification hours, etc.

Login/Program Access: 8:00 am – 8:30 am
Classroom Hours: 8:30 am – 4:00 pm

Tuition:  $150 AI Price; $200 Full Price

Instructor:  Steven G. Elliott, SRA

Enrolled students will receive a unique link to join the virtual class.

Credit Hours: 7 hours.  The Chapter has verified that MA and RI have approved virtual education.  CT, ME, VT, and NH have also provided guidance on this issue.  For other states, students are strongly encouraged to contact the state licensing agencies directly.

It is the responsibility of the student to check with each state licensing agency they are looking for CE credit to verify virtual approval.

Tuition DOES NOT include a copy of 2020 – 2021 UNIFORM STANDARDS OF PROFESSIONAL PRACTICE which is required for credit.  Order a copy here: http://www.appraisalfoundation.org/TAF/Store/TAF/Products.aspx

The instructor will verify you have a copy of USPAP at the beginning of the class.

Participation Guidelines:
Students must have webcam/iphone/ipad/smartphone capability to participate and receive continuing education 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 no later than noon on January 28th, 2021.

Feb
24
Wed
2021
Aerial Inspections for Real Estate @ Live Virtual
Feb 24 all-day

Login/Program Access: 8:30 am – 9:00 am EST
Classroom Hours: 9:00 am – 12:00 pm EST

Instructor: Lamar Ellis

Enrolled students will receive a unique link to join the virtual class

CE Credit:

Credit Hours: 3 hours (15 AI Points) .  The Chapter has verified that MA (Approval #620025), RI (Approval #REA.0001601-CE)  have approved this program and are currently accepting virtual education.  This program is approved in New Hampshire BUT virtual education is pending. There will be no credit provided in other states.

It is the responsibility of the student to check with each state licensing agency they are looking for CE credit to verify virtual approval.

One hundred percent (100%) attendance is required for all Appraisal Institute education programs. Credit and a course completion certificate can only be issued by attending 100% of the course. Please plan accordingly and be on time as late arrival or leaving early could jeopardize your receiving a certificate of attendance.

Virtual Classroom Participation Guidelines

  • Students must have webcam/iphone/ipad/smartphone capability to participate and receive continuing education 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 or other government issued ID with photo must be emailed to the Chapter office as verification no later than noon on February 23rd th via email.
  • Only those students who provide the photo identification and “attend” the program in its entirety will receive a certificate of completion. Attendance will be taken at various times throughout the day.
  • New to Zoom?  Click here to learn more.   You do not need a paid account from ZOOM to participate.  If you are using your Ipad/Iphone/smartphone, please download the ZOOM app prior to the offering.  Please check your webcam privacy settings on your computer before class.   If you have a Lenovo laptop, you must have the Lenovo Vantage App installed on your computer for webcam to work.
Jun
9
Wed
2021
Appraisal of Manufactured Homes Featuring Next-Generation Manufactured Homes @ via Live Virtual Education
Jun 9 @ 8:00 am – 4:30 pm

Login/Program Access: 8:00 am – 8:30 am
Classroom Hours: 8:30 am – 4:00 pm

Tuition: $175 AI Price; $200 Full Price (after 5/26, add $25)

Instructor: R. Scott Hartman, SRA

Enrolled students will receive a unique link to join the virtual class

Refer to this page for CE information

Who Should Enroll

Residential appraisers and reviewers who are currently working in the secondary market lending space: appraisals for loans that are ultimately purchased by Freddie Mac, FHA, VA, USDA, or Fannie Mae

Continuing Education

This course is approved for 35 AI CE points as well as 7.5 hours of CE credit by the Commonwealth of Massachusetts (Approval #120076 ), the State of Rhode Island (Approval #REA.0001346-CE) and Maine.  The Chapter has verified that MA, RI, and ME have approved virtual education.

Optional Exam:  Rhode Island and Maine have also approved this program for 8.5 hours including the optional exam which will NOT be offered.   Students who wish to take the exam may do so through Pearvue Testing Center.

Equipment & Technology

• basic free Zoom Application software (https://zoom.us/pricing)

• reliable internet connection

• computer (iPad or tablet)

• web camera (built into laptop computer or external attachment)

• audio with speaker and microphone capability (built into your computer, headphone, or earbuds)

Virtual Classroom Participation Guidelines: 

  • Students must have webcam/iphone/ipad/smartphone capability to participate and receive continuing education 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 or other government issued ID with photo must be emailed to the Chapter office as verification no later than noon on June 8th via email.   Feel free to black out all information except your name, city, and state.
  • Only those students who provide the photo identification and “attend” the program in its entirety will receive a certificate of completion. Attendance will be taken at various times throughout the day.
  • New to Zoom?  Click here to learn more.   You do not need a paid account from ZOOM to participate.  If you are using your Ipad/Iphone/smartphone, please download the ZOOM app prior to the offering.  Please check your webcam privacy settings on your computer before class.   If you have a Lenovo laptop, you must have the Lenovo Vantage App installed on your computer for webcam to work.

 

Sep
28
Tue
2021
7 Hour National USPAP Update Course @ via Live Virtual Education
Sep 28 all-day

Instructor:  Jonathan H. Avery, MAI, SRA

Login/Program Access: 8:00 am – 8:30 am EST
Classroom Hours: 8:30 am – 4:00 pm EST

Tuition:  $150 AI Price; $200 Full Price*

Enrolled students will receive an email with a link to join the virtual class.

Credit Hours: 7 hours.

The Chapter has verified that MA, RI, and ME have approved virtual education.  For other states, students are strongly encouraged to contact the state licensing agencies directly.

It is the responsibility of the student to check with each state licensing agency they are looking for CE credit to verify virtual approval.

*Tuition DOES NOT include a copy of 2020 – 2021 UNIFORM STANDARDS OF PROFESSIONAL PRACTICE which is required for credit.  Order a copy here: http://www.appraisalfoundation.org/TAF/Store/TAF/Products.aspx

The instructor will verify you have a copy of USPAP at the beginning of the class.

Jan
13
Thu
2022
2022/2023 7 Hour National USPAP Update Course @ Hilton Garden Inn Freeport Downtown
Jan 13 all-day

Location:  Hilton Garden Inn Freeport Downtown, 5 Park Street, Freeport, ME 04032

Registration: 8:00 am
Classroom Hours: 8:30 am – 5:00 pm

Tuition: $195 AI Price; $220 Full Price

Instructor: Steven G. Elliott, SRA

Credit Hours: 7 hours (Be sure to check with with your state licensing board for approval)

Students will be required to bring their own copy of the current USPAP to class. The USPAP publication did not change for 2022. For more information, see The Appraisal Foundation’s FAQs here.

Course Material and breaks: Price includes a downloaded version of the NEWLY required reference manual and the course handbook as well as AM break.  Students that wish to have a printed copy of materials may opt to do so at an additional cost and will be responsible for paying shipping.

CE Credit: One hundred percent (100%) attendance is required for all Appraisal Institute education programs. Credit and a course completion certificate can only be issued by attending 100% of the course. Please plan accordingly and be on time as late arrival or leaving early could jeopardize your receiving a certificate of attendance.

Reminder: Students will be required to bring their own copy of the current USPAP to class. The USPAP publication did not change for 2022. For more information, see The Appraisal Foundation’s FAQs here.   All students will be required to display a paper or electronic copy of the current USPAP at registration – No Exceptions.

NOTE. Appraisers must successfully complete the 7-Hour National USPAP Update Course every 2 years to meet the USPAP continuing education requirement.

 

Feb
9
Wed
2022
Historic Preservation (Façade) Easements: Appraisal Techniques @ Via Live Virtual Education
Feb 9 all-day

Login/Program Access: 8:00 am – 8:30 am
Classroom Hours: 8:30 am – 4:00 pm

Tuition: $175 AI Price; $200 Full Price (after 1/27, add $25)

Instructor: Eric P. Haims, MAI, AI-GRS,

Enrolled students will receive a unique link to join the virtual class

Refer to this page for CE information

NEW SEMINAR! 

Appraisers are increasingly likely to encounter historic preservation easements in everyday appraisal assignments because of thousands of historic properties now protected by historic preservation easements. This one-day seminar focuses on appraisals used to support the value of a charitable gift of a historic preservation easement. It will introduce you to the complexities of appraising historic preservation easements, guide you through the appraisal process, and reveal how historic preservation easements affect prices in regular appraisal assignments.

 

Continuing Education

This course is approved for 35 AI CE points as well as 7 hours of CE credit by the MA (Approval #120124) RI (Approval #REA.0001697-CE) and ME.  The Chapter has verified that MA, RI & ME have approved virtual education.

Equipment & Technology

• basic free Zoom Application software (https://zoom.us/pricing)

• reliable internet connection

• computer (iPad or tablet)

• web camera (built into laptop computer or external attachment)

• audio with speaker and microphone capability (built into your computer, headphone, or earbuds)

Virtual Classroom Participation Guidelines: 

  • Students must have webcam/iphone/ipad/smartphone capability to participate and receive continuing education 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 or other government issued ID with photo must be emailed to the Chapter office as verification no later than noon on February 9th via email.   Feel free to black out all information except your name, city, and state.
  • Only those students who provide the photo identification and “attend” the program in its entirety will receive a certificate of completion. Attendance will be taken at various times throughout the day.
  • New to Zoom?  Click here to learn more.   You do not need a paid account from ZOOM to participate.  If you are using your Ipad/Iphone/smartphone, please download the ZOOM app prior to the offering.  Please check your webcam privacy settings on your computer before class.   If you have a Lenovo laptop, you must have the Lenovo Vantage App installed on your computer for webcam to work.

 

Feb
24
Thu
2022
Desktop Appraisals (Bifurcated, Hybrid) and Evaluations @ via Live Virtual Education
Feb 24 all-day

Login/Program Access: 8:00 am – 8:30 am
Classroom Hours: 8:30 am – 4:00 pm

Tuition: $175 AI Price; $200 Full Price (after 2/10, add $25)

Instructor: Alan Hummel, SRA

Enrolled students will receive a unique link to join the virtual class

Refer to this page for CE information

NEW SEMINAR! 

As the world changes, so do processes and methods used in many businesses including the appraisal profession. While alternative appraisal services like bifurcated, hybrid, and desktop appraisals and evaluations aren’t new, they are becoming more popular. Many appraisers are uncertain about the general requirements of each service, how appraisal standards might apply, and how these services might create liability. This seminar will provide more clarity about the different services being requested and help you to decide if these services are for you. It will review the expectations of alternative appraisal services, potential uses, appraisal standard implications, scope of work, and liability concerns as it applies to residential and commercial assignments. And it will review evaluation formats and the business opportunities for them.

Continuing Education

This course is approved for 35 AI CE points as well as 7 hours of CE credit by MA (Approval #00120107), RI  (Approval #REA.0001512-CE) and M .  The Chapter has verified that MA, RI, and ME have approved virtual education.  IT IS THE RESPONSIBILITY OF THE STUDENT TO CHECK OTHER STATES.

Equipment & Technology

• basic free Zoom Application software (https://zoom.us/pricing)

• reliable internet connection

• computer (iPad or tablet)

• web camera (built into laptop computer or external attachment)

• audio with speaker and microphone capability (built into your computer, headphone, or earbuds)

Virtual Classroom Participation Guidelines: 

  • Students must have webcam/iphone/ipad/smartphone capability to participate and receive continuing education 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 or other government issued ID with photo must be emailed to the Chapter office as verification no later than noon on February 23rd.  via email.   Feel free to black out all information except your name, city, and state.
  • Only those students who provide the photo identification and “attend” the program in its entirety will receive a certificate of completion. Attendance will be taken at various times throughout the day.
  • New to Zoom?  Click here to learn more.   You do not need a paid account from ZOOM to participate.  If you are using your Ipad/Iphone/smartphone, please download the ZOOM app prior to the offering.  Please check your webcam privacy settings on your computer before class.   If you have a Lenovo laptop, you must have the Lenovo Vantage App installed on your computer for webcam to work.

 

Mar
10
Thu
2022
2022/2023 7 Hour National USPAP Update Course @ Augusta Civic Center
Mar 10 all-day

Location:  Washington/York Room @ the Augusta Civic Center, 76 Community Drive, Augusta, ME 04330

Registration: 8:00 am
Classroom Hours: 8:30 am – 5:00 pm

Tuition: $195 AI Price; $220 Full Price

Instructor: Steven G. Elliott, SRA

Credit Hours: 7 hours (Be sure to check with with your state licensing board for approval)

Students will be required to bring their own copy of the current USPAP to class. The USPAP publication did not change for 2022. For more information, see The Appraisal Foundation’s FAQs here.

Course Material and breaks: Price includes a downloaded version of the NEWLY required reference manual and the course handbook as well as AM break.  Students that wish to have a printed copy of materials may opt to do so at an additional cost and will be responsible for paying shipping.

CE Credit: One hundred percent (100%) attendance is required for all Appraisal Institute education programs. Credit and a course completion certificate can only be issued by attending 100% of the course. Please plan accordingly and be on time as late arrival or leaving early could jeopardize your receiving a certificate of attendance.

Reminder: Students will be required to bring their own copy of the current USPAP to class. The USPAP publication did not change for 2022. For more information, see The Appraisal Foundation’s FAQs here.   All students will be required to display a paper or electronic copy of the current USPAP at registration – No Exceptions.

NOTE. Appraisers must successfully complete the 7-Hour National USPAP Update Course every 2 years to meet the USPAP continuing education requirement.

 

Apr
12
Tue
2022
Getting It Right from the Start: A Workout Plan for Your Scope of Work @ Hilton Garden Inn Providence Warwick
Apr 12 all-day

Registration: 8:30
Classroom Hours: 9:00 am – 5:00 pm

Tuition: $195 AI Price; $225 Full Price (after 3/30, add $25)

Instructor: Mark V. Smeltzer, MAI, SRA, AI-RRS

Refer to this page for CE information

NEW SEMINAR! 

The scope of work decision is the most critical one you will make in the development of an appraisal.  After identifying the key elements of the assignment, you decide what needs to be done to arrive at assignment results that address the needs of the intended users of the appraisal. This seminar will help you become familiar with the broad range of services that you can offer under USPAP and give you practice determining the appropriate scope of work for various types of assignments. Return to your office with greater confidence when making scope of work decisions.

 

Continuing Education

This course is approved for 35 AI CE points as well as 7 hours of CE credit by MA (Approval #120117), RI  (Approval #REA.0001610-ce) and ME .

Apr
14
Thu
2022
Supervisor Appraiser/Trainee Appraiser Course @ Via Live Virtual Education
Apr 14 @ 9:00 am – 1:00 pm

Course Details: Click here for course description, etc

Course Location/Schedule:

Live /Virtual Education

Login/Program Access: 8:30 am – 9:00 am EST
Classroom Hours: 9:00 am – 1:00 pm EST

Live/Virtual Classroom Guidelines:

  • Students must have a computer, webcam and microphone capabilities to participate and receive continuing education credit.
  • The instructor must be able to physically see and interact with all students and students must be able to interact with the instructor.
  •  A copy of your government issued ID must be emailed to the Chapter Office as verification no later than noon on April 13th.
  •  You will receive a separate email from the chapter office with log-in access information.

Continuing Education: 

This course is approved for 20 AI CE points as well as four (4) hours of CE credit by the Commonwealth of Massachusetts  and the State of Rhode Island.  The Chapter has verified that MA and RI have approved virtual education. For other states, students are strongly encouraged to contact the state licensing agencies directly.  It is the responsibility of the student to verify the approval of virtual education in any other states they are looking to receive credit.

This course cannot be used for Maine appraiser credit.

Course Materials:  Price includes a downloaded version of the program material. Students that wish to have a printed copy of materials may opt to do so at an additional cost and will be responsible for paying shipping.

 

May
5
Thu
2022
Basic Appraisal Procedures @ Hyatt Place Braintree
May 5 – May 13 all-day

Location:   Hyatt Place, 50 Forbes Road, Braintree, MA
Tuition:     $460 AI Price; $509 Full Price  
Instructor:  Steven G. Elliott, SRA
Credit Hours: 30 hours (Be sure check with with your state licensing board for approval)

Classroom Dates are May 5, 6, 12, 13, 2023

May
9
Mon
2022
2022/2023 7 Hour National USPAP Update Course @ Residence Inn by Marriott Boston Braintree
May 9 all-day

Location:  Residence Inn by Marriott Boston Braintree, 180 Forbes Road, Braintree, MA 02184

Registration: 8:00 am
Classroom Hours: 8:30 am – 5:00 pm

Tuition: $195 AI Price; $220 Full Price

Instructor: Jonathan H. Avery, MAI, SRA

Credit Hours: 7 hours (Be sure to check with with your state licensing board for approval)

Students will be required to bring their own copy of the current USPAP to class. The USPAP publication did not change for 2022. For more information, see The Appraisal Foundation’s FAQs here.

Course Material and breaks: Price includes a downloaded version of the NEWLY required reference manual and the course handbook as well as AM break.  Students that wish to have a printed copy of materials may opt to do so at an additional cost and will be responsible for paying shipping.

CE Credit: One hundred percent (100%) attendance is required for all Appraisal Institute education programs. Credit and a course completion certificate can only be issued by attending 100% of the course. Please plan accordingly and be on time as late arrival or leaving early could jeopardize your receiving a certificate of attendance.

Reminder: Students will be required to bring their own copy of the current USPAP to class. The USPAP publication did not change for 2022. For more information, see The Appraisal Foundation’s FAQs here.   All students will be required to display a paper or electronic copy of the current USPAP at registration – No Exceptions.

NOTE. Appraisers must successfully complete the 7-Hour National USPAP Update Course every 2 years to meet the USPAP continuing education requirement.

 

Jun
1
Wed
2022
Residential Market Analysis and Highest & Best Use @ Hyatt Place Braintree
Jun 1 – Jun 2 all-day

Location:  Hyatt Place, 50 Forbes Road, Braintree, MA
Tuition:    
$385 AI Price; $435 Full Price 

Instructor: Edward V. Bowler, MAI, SRA

Credit Hours: 15 hours (Be sure check with with your state licensing board for approval)

 

Jun
7
Tue
2022
The 50% FEMA Appraisal Rule and Q2 2022 Chapter Business Meeting @ Via Live / Synchonous Classroom
Jun 7 @ 9:00 am – 12:00 pm

Instructor: Patricia Staebler, SRA

Agenda
Login/Program Access: 8:30 am – 9:00 am
Classroom Hours: 9:00 am – 12:00 pm
2022 Q2 Chapter Business Meeting* – Immediately following the program (estimated 12:00 pm)

*Election of 2023 Officers, Directors and Regional Reps will take place at this meeting

Enrolled students will receive an email with log-in/access information with a link 7 days prior to the class.

ABOUT THE PROGRAM:  An appraiser conducting a 50% FEMA rule appraisal must be well acquainted with numerous and varying rules and regulations set forth by FEMA, and must have a thorough understanding of construction techniques, materials, and markets. Which valuation method is most appropriate, which components should be included in the report, and which costs must be included and which may not be included. Without such knowledge, appraisers open themselves up to liability. This program will give a thorough overview of FEMA regulations, construction related issues and several examples from the work files of the instructor.

Price includes an electronic copy of the materials which will be emailed to students at the conclusion of the program.  Required reading materials will be forwarded prior to the class.

PARTICIPATION GUIDELINES:

Photo ID Requirement– Students will need to send a government issued (ex: driver license photo) to Chapter office by noon on June 5th. This is a requirement, and you will not receive credit if we do not have a photo to verify your identification with. 

Video/Audio Requirement – Students must have a webcam/iPhone/iPad/smartphone capability with microphone capabilities to participate and receive continuing education credit. The instructor must be able to see/hear you and you must be able to see/hear the instructor.  This is a requirement, and you will not receive credit if you do not have video/audio capabilities to see/hear the instructor/allow the instructor to see/hear you

Required Equipment – Internet Access, Computer with Webcam/Camera, Microphone and Speakers.

 

CONTINUING EDUCATION:  Applications have been submitted to MA and RI for three hours of appraiser CE credit..  There will be no credit provided in other states.

Important information for Maine Appraiser License Holders:  Because this is a third party program that is not AQB approved, no CE credit can be provided for Maine for this program. Current ME Board rules do not allow for synchronous delivery of Board-approved (non-AQB) continuing education programs until the Board completes the process of updating its rules to allow it.

 

Jun
16
Thu
2022
Contract or Effective Rent: Finding the Real Rent @ Cloudport CoWorking Multispace
Jun 16 @ 12:30 pm – 4:30 pm

Enhance your valuation analyses and broaden your consulting portfolio by understanding the complexities of calculating effective rent. You will gain a thorough understanding of effective rent and its importance in lease negotiations and valuation assignments by working through case studies featuring common circumstances involving effective rent. Strengthen your analyses by evaluating the way effective rent impacts property value. Recognize how the integration of the effective rent measurement is used by market participants (landlords and tenants) for leases involving landlord concessions and non-market-based provisions in all three approaches to value. At the end of the seminar, you will have a take-away model to use immediately when incorporating effective rent into your valuation or consulting work.

Course Location/Schedule:

Cloudwork Co-Working Multi-Space, 63 Federal St, Portland, ME

Registration: 12:15 pm

Classroom Hours: 12:30 pm – 4:30 pm

Credit Hours: 4 hours and 20 AI Points.  Approved in RI & ME.  An application has been submitted to MA for 4 hour of CE credit.  For other states, click here

Course Attendance: One hundred percent (100%) attendance is required for all Appraisal Institute education programs. Credit and a course completion certificate can only be issued by attending 100% of the course. Please plan accordingly and be on time as late arrival or leaving early could jeopardize your receiving a certificate of attendance.

Course Materials/Breaks: A downloaded copy of materials is included.

Parking: There is all-day free parking on nearby Mountfort street as well as several parking lots in close proximity.

Directions

 

Webinar: How to Become a Real Estate Appraiser
Jun 16 @ 7:00 pm – 8:15 pm

This is a FREE event and NO state CE  will be granted.

NOTE: The workshop is scheduled at 7:00 PM EST
The Appraisal Institute invites you to learn about increasingly attractive career options in the exciting world of real estate appraisal.  This workshop will inform attendees about opportunities to work flexible hours in the field or office, using cutting edge technology, with multiple career paths available.  Residential property appraisers play a vital role in homeownership, providing opinions of value that are used for mortgage lending.  See an explanation of how appraisers develop opinions of value, learn how to become an appraiser, and ask questions during discussion time with a panel of successful local appraisers.
Sponsored by Fannie Mae, the Appraisal Institute and the Urban League.
Jun
17
Fri
2022
Residential Site Valuation and Cost Approach @ Via Live / Synchronous Education
Jun 17 – Jun 19 all-day

Location:
This course will be held via live interactive classroom technology. See below for important participation requirements.

State Credit:
A course may NOT be approved in every state for every delivery format. For example, some states do NOT allow any virtual education. When registering for any Appraisal Institute course, all participants will be required to check state approvals based on delivery format. For more information, see our state approvals page.

Class Schedule:
Class begins each day at 10:00AM Central time (8:00AM Pacific, 9:00AM Mountain, 11:00AM Eastern). Each class runs for 3.5 hours each day with at least two breaks during that time. The course runs for four (4) half-days. Times shown are U.S. Central (Chicago) time.

Day 1, Monday, June 20, 10:00 am – 1:30 pm
Day 2, Tuesday, June 21, 10:00 am – 1:30 pm
Day 3, Wednesday, June 22, 10:00 am – 1:30 pm
Day 4, Thursday, June 23, 10:00 am – 1:30 pm

 

AI National Synchronous Participation Requirements:
• You must have a computer, webcam, and microphone capability to participate and receive continuing or qualifying education credit where approved. It is your responsibility to have the required equipment to participate and receive credit. Visit the System Requirements for Attendees and Share Webcam pages for help.
• The instructor must be able to interact with all students. Instructors and administrators will direct questions to each student in the morning and afternoon to which students must respond. Students must be in a location that allows for their full attention and interaction at all times.
• Attendance will be monitored throughout the day through webcams and polling. You must turn on your webcam during roll call at the beginning of class so that the instructor can verify your photo identification. (Students with licenses in North Carolina, Connecticut, Maryland, or New York must keep their webcams on at all times.)

If you have any questions regarding these classroom participation requirements, please contact the Appraisal Institute at sync@appraisalinstitute.org or call (312) 335-4473.

Jun
24
Fri
2022
2022/2023 7 Hour National USPAP Update Course @ Hilton Garden Inn Providence Warwick
Jun 24 all-day

Location:  Hilton Garden Inn Providence/Warwick, 1 Thurber St, Warwick, RI 02886

Registration: 8:00 am
Classroom Hours: 8:30 am – 5:00 pm

Tuition: $195 AI Price; $220 Full Price

Instructor: Gregory Accetta, MAI, AI-GRS

Credit Hours: 7 hours (Be sure to check with with your state licensing board for approval)

Students will be required to bring their own copy of the current USPAP to class. The USPAP publication did not change for 2022. For more information, see The Appraisal Foundation’s FAQs here.

Course Material and breaks: Price includes a downloaded version of the NEWLY required reference manual and the course handbook as well as AM break.  Students that wish to have a printed copy of materials may opt to do so at an additional cost and will be responsible for paying shipping.

CE Credit: One hundred percent (100%) attendance is required for all Appraisal Institute education programs. Credit and a course completion certificate can only be issued by attending 100% of the course. Please plan accordingly and be on time as late arrival or leaving early could jeopardize your receiving a certificate of attendance.

Reminder: Students will be required to bring their own copy of the current USPAP to class. The USPAP publication did not change for 2022. For more information, see The Appraisal Foundation’s FAQs here.   All students will be required to display a paper or electronic copy of the current USPAP at registration – No Exceptions.

NOTE. Appraisers must successfully complete the 7-Hour National USPAP Update Course every 2 years to meet the USPAP continuing education requirement.

 

Oct
4
Tue
2022
Basic Appraisal Procedures – Synchronous @ Via Live / Synchonous Education
Oct 4 – Oct 5 all-day

State Credit:
A course may NOT be approved in every state for every delivery format. For example, some states do NOT allow any virtual education. When registering for any Appraisal Institute course, all participants will be required to check state approvals based on delivery format. For more information, see our state approvals page.

Class Schedule:
Class begins each day at 10:00AM Central time (8:00AM Pacific, 9:00AM Mountain, 11:00AM Eastern). Each class runs for three hours and forty-five minutes (3.75) each day with at least two breaks during that time. The course runs for eight (8) half-days. Times shown are U.S. Central (Chicago) time.

Day 1: Tuesday, October 4, 10:00 am – 1:45 pm
Day 2: Wednesday, October 5, 10:00 am – 1:45 pm
Day 3: Thursday, October 6, 10:00 am – 1:45 pm
Day 4: Friday, October 7, 10:00 am – 1:45 pm
(No class on Saturday, Sunday or Monday)
Day 5: Tuesday, October 11, 10:00 am – 1:45 pm
Day 6: Wednesday, October 12, 10:00 am – 1:45 pm
Day 7: Thursday, October 13, 10:00 am – 1:45 pm
Day 8: Friday, October 14, 10:00 am – 1:45 pm

Nov
21
Mon
2022
15 Hour National USPAP Course – Synchronous @ Via Live / Synchonous Education
Nov 21 @ 4:29 pm – Nov 24 @ 5:29 pm

State Credit:
A course may NOT be approved in every state for every delivery format. For example, some states do NOT allow any virtual education. When registering for any Appraisal Institute course, all participants will be required to check state approvals based on delivery format. For more information, see our state approvals page.

Class Schedule:
Class begins each day at 10:00AM Central time (8:00AM Pacific, 9:00AM Mountain, 11:00AM Eastern). Each class runs for 3.75 hours each day with at least two breaks during that time. The course runs for four (4) half-days. Times shown are U.S. Central (Chicago) time.

Day 1: Monday, November 28, 10:00 am – 1:45 pm
Day 2: Tuesday, November 29, 10:00 am – 1:45 pm
Day 3: Wednesday, November 30, 10:00 am – 1:45 pm
Day 4: Thursday, December 1, 10:00 am – 1:45 pm

Jan
4
Wed
2023
Basic Appraisal Principles @ Hyatt Place
Jan 4 – Jan 12 all-day

Location:   Hyatt Place, 50 Forbes Road Braintree, MA   
Tuition:     $460 AI Price; $509 Full Price  
Instructor:Joseph P. Comperchio, MAI, SRA
Credit Hours: 30 hours (Be sure check with with your state licensing board for approval) 

Classroom Dates are March 3, 4, 10, 11, 2023

Feb
13
Mon
2023
2022/2023 7 Hour National USPAP Update Course @ Via Live / Synchonous Classroom
Feb 13 all-day

Instructor:   Jonathan H. Avery, MAI, SRA

Login/Program Access: 8:00 am – 8:30 am EST
Classroom Hours: 8:30 am – 4:00 pm EST

Tuition:  $190 AI Price; $215 Full Price*

*The Appraisal Institute provides the following materials in the course tuition.

  • 2022-2023 7-Hour National USPAP Update Student Manual
  • 2022 USPAP Reference Manual

Students are required to bring a copy of the current version of USPAP (2020 – 2021) which can be bought from the Appraisal Foundation.

Enrolled students will receive an email with a link to join the virtual class.

Credit Hours: 7 hours.

The Chapter has verified that MA, RI & ME have approved virtual education.  For other states, students are strongly encouraged to contact the state licensing agencies directly.

*Tuition DOES NOT include a copy of 2020 – 2021 UNIFORM STANDARDS OF PROFESSIONAL PRACTICE which is required for credit.  Order a copy here: http://www.appraisalfoundation.org/TAF/Store/TAF/Products.aspx

The instructor will verify you have a copy of USPAP at the beginning of the class.

Feb
22
Wed
2023
Complex Valuation @ Via Live / Synchonous Classroom
Feb 22 all-day

Login/Program Access: 8:30 am – 9:00 am EST
Classroom Hours: 9:00 am – 5:00  pm EST

Instructor:  Randall Bell, PhD, MAI or Michael Tachovsky, PhD

Enrolled students will receive a unique link to join the virtual class

Complex Valuation is a new course developed to give appraisers the skills to value both detrimental and beneficial conditions. The field of “complex valuation” involves the real estate characteristics that are “atypical.” (Federal Regulations Part 34.42.).

Many, if not most, valuation assignments involve a straightforward application of the cost, income and sales comparison approaches to value. However, frequently complex issues arise that involve either beneficial or detrimental conditions that can influence the value of real estate. For example, beneficial conditions might result in an increase in value, such as discovering minerals or oil on grazing land. Detrimental conditions could result in a diminution in value, such as natural disasters or environmental contamination.

As real estate appraisers, understanding these complexities helps in developing a credible opinion of value in these types of assignments. Although many complex issues are addressed throughout appraisal literature and coursework, they are not presented as a single framework. The purpose of the Complex Valuation course is to provide real estate appraisers with a comprehensive understanding of the topic and focus on these various property conditions and the valuation methodologies to address them. Instructors present with a comprehensive PowerPoint presentation.

CE Credit:

Credit Hours: 7 hours (35 AI Points) .  This program is approved by the Appraisal Institute, MA, ME and RI. Applications have been submitted to MA and ME.  There will be no credit for other states.

One hundred percent (100%) attendance is required for all Appraisal Institute education programs. Credit and a course completion certificate can only be issued by attending 100% of the course. Please plan accordingly and be on time as late arrival or leaving early could jeopardize your receiving a certificate of attendance.

Livestream Classroom Guidelines:

  • Students must have a computer, webcam and microphone capabilities to participate and receive continuing education credit.
  • The instructor must be able to physically see and interact with all students and students must be able to interact with the instructor.
  •  A copy of your driver’s license must be emailed to the Chapter Office as verification after you have registered and prior to the start date.
  •  You will receive a separate email from the chapter office with log-in access information.
  • You do not need to have a paid Zoom account. We do recommend that if you have not previously Zoomed, you go to https://zoom.us/ to download their app, and test your camera and audio connections.
Mar
29
Wed
2023
Valuation Overview of Accessory Dwelling Units @ Greater Boston Association of Realtors Training Center
Mar 29 @ 8:30 am

Location:  Greater Boston Association of Realtors, 68 Main Street, Reading, MA
Tuition:  $195 AI Price; $220 Full Price (after 3/15 add $25)
Instructor:  Joseph P. Comperchio, MAI, SRA
Credit Hours: 7 hours and 35 AI Points

Registration:  8:30 am

Classroom Hours: 8:45 am – 4:30 pm

NEW SEMINAR!  – Many markets are reporting a housing shortage particularly in the affordable housing sector.  As a result, municipalities are updating their zoning laws to allow one or more accessory dwelling units (ADUs) to be added to single-unit housing. If you are an appraiser involved in residential valuation where ADUs are part of this growing trend, this seminar is for you. It provides an overview on ADUs focusing on the description, legal concerns, valuation methods, and techniques needed to value them. You’ll learn about the valuation challenges and discover how the recent changes in the secondary mortgage market selling guidelines now provide more guidance and flexibility in valuing and financing ADUs. This seminar will help you complete appraisal assignments with ADUs competently.
Apr
14
Fri
2023
15 Hour National USPAP Course @ Hyatt Place
Apr 14 – Apr 15 all-day

 

Location:  Hyatt Place, 50 Forbes Road, Braintree, MA
Tuition:    
$299 AI Price; $349 Full Price 

Instructor: Steven Elliott, SRA

Credit Hours: 15 hours (Be sure check with with your state licensing board for approval)

Price does NOT include 2020 – 2021 USPAP which is required and MUST be purchased from the Appraisal Foundation. To purchase a print or electronic copy of the publication, please visit The Appraisal Foundation.

May
10
Wed
2023
General Appraiser Report Writing and Case Studies @ Courtyard by Marriott
May 10 – May 13 all-day

Location:   Courtyard By Marriott, 700 Unicorn Park Drive, Woburn, MA
Tuition:     $610 AI Price; $660 Full Price (after 5/4, add $50)
Instructor:  Mark Smeltzer, MAI, SRA, AI-RRS
Credit Hours: 30 hours (Be sure check with with your state licensing board for approval)

May
23
Tue
2023
CLASS IS FULL – Valuation of Conservation Easements @ Hilton Boston Logan Airport
May 23 – May 26 all-day

 This class is full.  If you would like to be placed on a waitlist, please email the Chapter office

at office@ma-ri-me-appraisalinstitute.org

 

This course is being offered a a discounted price through a collaboration with the the Land Trust Alliance.  The Land Trust Alliance is a national land conservation organization that represents nearly 1,000 land conservation organizations across the country and is the go-to resource for these organizations to learn the skills and acquire the knowledge to effectively conserve and steward land in perpetuity.

Cost:  $100.00.  (Cost includes AM & PM breaks and a downloadable version of the required course materials).  Students that wish to have a printed copy of materials may opt to do so at an additional cost and will be responsible for paying shipping)

Course Details: Click HERE for course description, state certification hours, etc.

Dates: Tuesday, May 30 –  Friday, June 2, 2023

Course Schedule:

  • Registration:  8:00 am on 5/30
  • Classroom Hours: 8:30 am – 4:30 pm

FREE Networking Lunch:  Wednesday, May 31st @ noon

Location: Hilton Boston Logan Airport, One Hotel Drive, Boston, MA

Continuing Education Credit

This course is approved for 28 hours of appraiser CE credit in Massachusetts (Approval #120057), 30 hours (with exam) in Rhode Island (Approval #REA.0001935-CE) and 30 hours (with exam) in ME ( Approval # 58914). It is approved for 200 Appraisal Institute CE points; 250 with the exam.  

Click Here to check state approvals.

Overnight Rooms, Parking and other details

Jun
22
Thu
2023
Maine Real Estate Market & Economic Update – 2023 and Q2 Chapter Business Meeting /Cocktail Reception @ Cambria Hotel Portland Downtown Old Port
Jun 22 @ 3:00 pm – 6:00 pm

Parking is included in the registration fee.

Agenda
2:30 pm – Registration
3:00 pm – 5:00 PM – Two Hour CE Program/Maine Real Estate Market & Economic Update 2023
5:00 pm – Q2 Chapter Business Meeting and Cocktail Reception/Networking

The program will include a discussion of the current state of the Maine economy, including demographics, workforce and employment, state gross domestic product (GDP), wages and income as well as other indicators by a State of Maine economist.    Also discussed will be the current residential real estate market conditions in Maine including yearly and monthly trends, list/sale price ratios, recent notable real estate transactions as well as a Q3 and Q4 forecast.   Finally, the current commercial real estate market will also be discussed.

This program is approved for two hours of CE credit by the Appraisal Institute.  Applications for two hours of CE credit will be sent to MA, RI, and ME. No credit will be provided in other states.

The educational offering will consist of three (3) presentations:
• Amanda Rector, Maine State Economist, Augusta, ME
• Dava Davin, Principal, Portside Real Estate Group, Portland, ME
• Jessica Estes, Partner, The Boulos Company, Portland, ME

The Election of 2024 Massachusetts Rhode Island & Maine Chapter Officers, Directors and Regional Reps will take place at the Q2 Chapter Business Meeting. Read the  2023 Report of the Nominating Committee here.

Thank you to our event sponsors (as of 5/18)

Jun
27
Tue
2023
Valuation Overview of Accessory Dwelling Units @ Hilton Garden Inn Providence Airport/Warwick
Jun 27 all-day

Location:  Hilton Garden Inn Providence Airport/Warwick, One Thurber Street, Warwick, RI
Tuition:  $195 AI Price; $220 Full Price (after 6/13 add $25)
Instructor:  Joseph V.  Comperchio, MAI, SRA
Credit Hours: 7 hours and 35 AI Points

Registration:  8:30 am

Classroom Hours: 9:00 am – 5:00 pm

NEW SEMINAR!  – Many markets are reporting a housing shortage particularly in the affordable housing sector.  As a result, municipalities are updating their zoning laws to allow one or more accessory dwelling units (ADUs) to be added to single-unit housing. If you are an appraiser involved in residential valuation where ADUs are part of this growing trend, this seminar is for you. It provides an overview on ADUs focusing on the description, legal concerns, valuation methods, and techniques needed to value them. You’ll learn about the valuation challenges and discover how the recent changes in the secondary mortgage market selling guidelines now provide more guidance and flexibility in valuing and financing ADUs. This seminar will help you complete appraisal assignments with ADUs competently.
Jun
30
Fri
2023
2022/2023 7 Hour National USPAP Update Course @ Via Live / Synchonous Classroom
Jun 30 all-day

Instructor:  Gregory Accetta, MAI, AI-GRS

Login/Program Access: 8:00 am – 8:30 am
Classroom Hours: 8:30 am – 4:00 pm

Enrolled students will receive an email with a link to join the virtual class.

Credit Hours: 7 hours.

The Chapter has verified that MA, RI & ME have approved virtual education.  For other states, students are strongly encouraged to contact the state licensing agencies directly.

*Tuition DOES NOT include a copy of 2020 – 2021 UNIFORM STANDARDS OF PROFESSIONAL PRACTICE which is required for credit.  Order a copy here: http://www.appraisalfoundation.org/TAF/Store/TAF/Products.aspx

The instructor will verify you have a copy of USPAP at the beginning of the class.

Aug
15
Tue
2023
Basic Appraisal Principles – Synchronous @ Via Live / Synchonous Education
Aug 15 – Aug 30 all-day

Location:
This course will be held via live interactive classroom technology. See below for important participation requirements.

State Credit:
A course may NOT be approved in every state for every delivery format. For example, some states do NOT allow any virtual education. When registering for any Appraisal Institute course, all participants will be required to check state approvals based on delivery format. For more information, see our state approvals page.

Class Schedule:
Class begins each day at 10:00AM Central time (8:00AM Pacific, 9:00AM Mountain, 11:00AM Eastern). Each class runs for three hours and forty-five minutes (3.75) each day with at least two breaks during that time. The course runs for eight (8) half-days.

Times shown are U.S. Central (Chicago) time.

Day 1: Tuesday, September 5, 10:00 am – 1:45 pm
Day 2: Wednesday, September 6, 10:00 am – 1:45 pm
Day 3: Thursday, September 7, 10:00 am – 1:45 pm
Day 4: Friday, September 8, 10:00 am – 1:45 pm
(No class on Saturday, Sunday or Monday)
Day 5: Tuesday, September 12, 10:00 am – 1:45 pm
Day 6: Wednesday, September 13, 10:00 am – 1:45 pm
Day 7: Thursday, September 14, 10:00 am – 1:45 pm
Day 8: Friday, September 15, 10:00 am – 1:45 pm

AI National Synchronous Participation Requirements:
• You must have a computer, webcam, and microphone capability to participate and receive continuing or qualifying education credit where approved. It is your responsibility to have the required equipment to participate and receive credit. Visit the System Requirements for Attendees and Share Webcam pages for help.
• The instructor must be able to interact with all students. Instructors and administrators will direct questions to each student in the morning and afternoon to which students must respond. Students must be in a location that allows for their full attention and interaction at all times.
• Attendance will be monitored throughout the day through webcams and polling. You must turn on your webcam during roll call at the beginning of class so that the instructor can verify your photo identification. Students with licenses in Connecticut, Maryland, North Carolina, South Dakota or New York must keep their webcams on at all times.

Sep
12
Tue
2023
Valuation Overview of Accessory Dwelling Units @ Hilton Garden Inn Freeport Downtown
Sep 12 all-day

Location:  Hilton Garden Inn Freeport Downtown, Freeport, ME
Tuition:  $195 AI Price; $220 Full Price (after 8/29, add $25)
Instructor:  Joseph V.  Comperchio, MAI, SRA
Credit Hours: 7 hours and 35 AI Points

Registration:  8:30 am

Classroom Hours: 9:00 am – 5:00 pm

NEW SEMINAR!  – Many markets are reporting a housing shortage particularly in the affordable housing sector.  As a result, municipalities are updating their zoning laws to allow one or more accessory dwelling units (ADUs) to be added to single-unit housing. If you are an appraiser involved in residential valuation where ADUs are part of this growing trend, this seminar is for you. It provides an overview on ADUs focusing on the description, legal concerns, valuation methods, and techniques needed to value them. You’ll learn about the valuation challenges and discover how the recent changes in the secondary mortgage market selling guidelines now provide more guidance and flexibility in valuing and financing ADUs. This seminar will help you complete appraisal assignments with ADUs competently.
Nov
2
Thu
2023
Marshall & Swift by Corelogic – Residential program @ Sheraton Nashua
Nov 2 all-day
  • This program is being held through a collaboration with the Massachusetts Rhode Island & Maine Chapter and the New Hampshire / Vermont Chapter of the Appraisal Institute.
  • Price includes all program materials and lunch.  
  • Attendees will be eligible for a discount on a future CoreLogic product.

About the Program – This course will teach what the cost approach is and how to best utilize it to determine the replacement cost of residential buildings and other improvements in the USA and Canada. Students will learn how to arrive at an accurate and reliable cost approach provides a complete, authoritative appraisal guide for developing replacement costs along with depreciated values of a wide variety of residential buildings and other improvements. It contains indexes of building costs as well as a great deal of useful miscellaneous information for anyone interested in cost and value.

This course provides a thorough understanding of the Square Foot Method, including identifying comparable building types, refining and adjusting the base cost, applying depreciation principles and modifying the final cost for localization. The first half of the class will demonstrate how to effectively use the physical Residential Cost Handbook, while the latter half will focus on using the online SwiftEstimator.

CE Credit: Credit Hours: 7 hours (35 AI Points) .  This program is approved by the Appraisal Institute for 35 AI points and for 7 hours of CE credit by NH and VT. Applications have been submitted to MA, ME, and RI.   There will be no credit provided in other states.

One hundred percent (100%) attendance is required for all Appraisal Institute education programs. Credit and a course completion certificate can only be issued by attending 100% of the course. Please plan accordingly and be on time as late arrival or leaving early could jeopardize your receiving a certificate of attendance.

 

Nov
3
Fri
2023
Marshall & Swift by Corelogic – Commercial program @ Sheraton Nashua
Nov 3 all-day
  • This program is being held through a collaboration with the Massachusetts Rhode Island & Maine Chapter and the New Hampshire / Vermont Chapter of the Appraisal Institute.
  • Price includes all program materials and lunch.  
  • Attendees will be eligible for a discount on a future CoreLogic product.

Date: Friday, November 3rd

Location: Sheraton Nashua | 11 Tara Boulevard | Nashua, NH

Classroom Hours: 8:30 am – 4:30 pm; Registration starts at 8:00 am

 

About the Program – This course will teach what the cost approach is and how to best utilize it to determine the replacement cost of commercial buildings and other improvements in the USA and Canada. Students will learn how to arrive at an accurate and reliable cost approach.

The Commercial Cost Handbook provides a complete, authoritative appraisal guide for developing replacement costs along with depreciated values of a wide variety of commercial buildings and other improvements. It contains indexes of building costs as well as a great deal of useful miscellaneous information for anyone interested in cost and value.

The first half of the class will demonstrate how to effectively use the physical Commercial Cost Handbook, while the latter half will focus on using the online SwiftEstimator.

CE Credit – Credit Hours: 7 hours (35 AI Points) .  This program is approved by the Appraisal Institute for 35 AI points and for 7 hours of CE credit by NH and VT. Applications have been submitted to MA, ME, and RI.   There will be no credit provided in other states.

One hundred percent (100%) attendance is required for all Appraisal Institute education programs. Credit and a course completion certificate can only be issued by attending 100% of the course. Please plan accordingly and be on time as late arrival or leaving early could jeopardize your receiving a certificate of attendance.

 

Nov
8
Wed
2023
Uniform Appraisal Standards for Federal Land Acquisitions: Practical Applications @ Courtyard By Marriott Boston/Woburn
Nov 8 – Nov 9 all-day

 

 

Cost: $385 AI Price; $435 Regular Price* (Attendees are eligible for a $300 stipend (see below)

Cost includes AM AND PM breaks and a downloadable version of the required course material. Students that wish to have a printed copy of materials may opt to do so at an additional cost and will be responsible for paying for shipping.  This course is being offered through a collaboration between the MARIME Chapter and the Land Trust Alliance

The Land Trust Alliance is a national land conservation organization that represents nearly 1,000 land conservation organizations across the country and is the go-to resource for these organizations to learn the skills and acquire the knowledge to effectively conserve and steward land in perpetuity. Accurate and timely appraisals by qualified professionals are a key component of virtually all land conservation transactions—especially those utilizing federal funds and requiring Yellow Book appraisals. Across the country, the rate of conservation is limited by an acute shortage of qualified appraisers. The problem will only get worse with imminent retirements and there aren’t enough new appraisers becoming licensed to replace them. As a result, conservation projects are being delayed or set aside with some landowners unwilling to wait for land trusts to complete their valuations.

The Alliance is proud to partner with the Appraisal Institute to deliver this subsidized training on Uniform Appraisal Standards for Federal Land Acquisitions. Appraisers who are interested in conducting appraisals for conservation projects are eligible for a $300 stipend that can be applied toward their registration fee. If you are interested, please email Jen Plowden (jplowden@lta.org) with a brief description of your interest in using the skills acquired during this training to further the work of land conservation.

Course Details: Click HERE for course description, state certification hours, etc.

Dates: Wednesday, November 8 – Thursday, November 9, 2023

Course Schedule:

  • Registration:  8:00 am on 11/8
  • Classroom Hours: 8:30 am – 4:30 pm

Location:  Courtyard by Marriott,

Instructor:   Vince Dowling, MAI, SRA

Continuing Education Credit:

This course is approved for 14 hours of appraiser CE credit in Massachusetts (Approval #120070), 15 hours (with exam) in Rhode Island (Approval #REA.0001812-CE) and 14 hours in ME ( Approval # 5C058). It is approved for 150 Appraisal Institute CE points; 200 with the exam.

Click here for a list of all state approvals.

 

 

Dec
12
Tue
2023
2024-2025 7-Hour National USPAP Update Course @ Courtyard By Marriott Boston/Woburn
Dec 12 all-day

2024-2025 7-Hour National USPAP Update Course

Location:  Courtyard by Marriott, 700 Unicorn Park Dr, Woburn, MA,

Registration: 8:00 am
Classroom Hours: 8:30 am – 5:00 pm

Tuition:  $195 AI Price / $220 Regular Price

Instructor: Jonathan H. Avery, MAI, SRA

Credit Hours: 7 hours (Be sure to check with with your state licensing board for approval)

Students will be required to bring their own copy of the current USPAP and the Reference/Guidance manual to class.

CE Credit: One hundred percent (100%) attendance is required for all Appraisal Institute education programs. Credit and a course completion certificate can only be issued by attending 100% of the course. Please plan accordingly and be on time as late arrival or leaving early could jeopardize your receiving a certificate of attendance.

Required materials:

  1. 2024-2025 Student Handbook – included in the registration fee
  2. Reference and Guidance Manual – included in the registration fee
  3. 2024 USPAP (Standards 1 – 10) – This book MUST be purchased from the Appraisal Foundation ($35 + shipping). Here is the link to the Appraisal Foundation website book store here: https://appraisalfoundation.org/imis/itemDetail?iProductCode=440&Category=PUB

Reminder: . All students will be required to display a paper or electronic copy of all required materials (3) at registration – No Exceptions.

NOTE. Appraisers must successfully complete the 7-Hour National USPAP Update Course every 2 years to meet the USPAP continuing education requirement.

 

Dec
15
Fri
2023
2024-2025 7-Hour National USPAP Update Course @ Hilton Garden Inn Providence Airport/Warwick
Dec 15 all-day

2024-2025 7-Hour National USPAP Update Course

Location:  Hilton Garden Inn, 1 Thurber Street, Warwick, RI

Registration: 8:00 am
Classroom Hours: 8:30 am – 5:00 pm

Tuition:  $195 AI Price / $220 Regular Price

Instructor: Steven G. Elliott, SRA

Credit Hours: 7 hours (Be sure to check with with your state licensing board for approval)

Required materials:

  1. 2024-2025 Student Handbook – included in the registration fee
  2. Reference and Guidance Manual – included in the registration fee
  3. 2024 USPAP (Standards 1 – 10) – This book MUST be purchased from the Appraisal Foundation ($35 + shipping). Here is the link to the Appraisal Foundation website book store here: https://appraisalfoundation.org/imis/itemDetail?iProductCode=440&Category=PUB

Reminder: . All students will be required to display a paper or electronic copy of all required materials (3) at registration – No Exceptions.

CE Credit: One hundred percent (100%) attendance is required for all Appraisal Institute education programs. Credit and a course completion certificate can only be issued by attending 100% of the course. Please plan accordingly and be on time as late arrival or leaving early could jeopardize your receiving a certificate of attendance.

NOTE. Appraisers must successfully complete the 7-Hour National USPAP Update Course every 2 years to meet the USPAP continuing education requirement.

 

Jan
19
Fri
2024
2024-2025 7-Hour National USPAP Update Course @ Hilton Garden Inn Freeport Downtown
Jan 19 all-day

Location:  Hilton Garden Inn Freeport Downtown, Freeport, ME

Registration: 8:00 am
Classroom Hours: 8:30 am – 5:00 pm

Tuition:  $195 AI Price; $220 Regular Price

Instructor: Steven G. Elliott, SRA

Credit Hours: 7 hours (Be sure to check with with your state licensing board for approval)

Required materials:

  1. 2024-2025 Student Handbook – included in the registration fee
  2. Reference and Guidance Manual – included in the registration fee
  3. 2024 USPAP (Standards 1 – 10) – This book MUST be purchased from the Appraisal Foundation ($35 + shipping). Here is the link to the Appraisal Foundation website book store here: https://appraisalfoundation.org/imis/itemDetail?iProductCode=440&Category=PUB

Reminder: . All students will be required to display a paper or electronic copy of all required materials (3) at registration – No Exceptions.

CE Credit: One hundred percent (100%) attendance is required for all Appraisal Institute education programs. Credit and a course completion certificate can only be issued by attending 100% of the course. Please plan accordingly and be on time as late arrival or leaving early could jeopardize your receiving a certificate of attendance.

NOTE. Appraisers must successfully complete the 7-Hour National USPAP Update Course every 2 years to meet the USPAP continuing education requirement.

 

Feb
14
Wed
2024
General Appraiser Income Approach Part 1 @ Courtyard By Marriott
Feb 14 – Feb 17 all-day

Location:   Courtyard By Marriott, 700 Unicorn Park Drive, Woburn, MA
Tuition:     $559 AI Price; $609 Full Price (after 2/7, add $50)
Instructor:  Edward V. Bowler, MAI, SRA
Credit Hours: 30 hours (Be sure check with with your state licensing board for approval)

Mar
4
Mon
2024
PARTNER EDUCATION – IAAO Course 300 – Fundamentals of Mass Appraisal @ 300 Trade Center Drive, Woburn, MA
Mar 4 – Mar 8 all-day

This course is being offered by the IAAO who is solely responsible for its content.

There is NO APPRAISER CE CREDIT to attend this course.

Questions should be directed to the IAAO.  Questions & Reservations: masschapteriaao@gmail.com OR phone  978-658-3675 

Apr
23
Tue
2024
State of the Market 2024 Economic and Market Overviews, CRE Trends, and RE Taxes for CRE Professionals @ Hilton Boston / Dedham Hotel
Apr 23 all-day

Attend this program to stay on top of current events impacting commercial real estate and network with a broad cross section of CRE professionals.

Date:  Tuesday, April 23, 2024

Location: Hilton Boston Dedham, 25 Allied Drive, Dedham, MA

Schedule of Events:

  • 7:45 am – 8:15 am Check-in / Continental Breakfast
  • 8:15 am – noon – CE Program / Economic, Government and Real Estate Trends overview
  • 12:00 pm – Lunch: 12:00 pm
  • 1:00 pm – 4:45 pm – CE Program – Real Estate Tax Trends and Valuation, Real Estate Tax Agreements and Surcharges
  • 5:00 pm – Networking/Cocktail Reception

Registration Fee:  $220

See attached speakers and topics

 

About the Program:

This program is intended to make attendees aware of current economic and real estate trends, expand their knowledge of real estate tax issues, and provide the opportunity to network with colleagues.

The program starts with Massachusetts economic and budget projections followed by Greater Boston life science, office, and retail market overviews. The morning will also include the discussion of real estate trends involving the growing single-family rental housing industry and the status of construction material and labor costs. Following the afternoon luncheon, the program will focus on the adverse impact of rising mortgage interest rates on property values, real estate tax assessments, and municipal budgets. The afternoon program will also explain TIF agreements, CPA charges, and BID districts. The event will finally conclude with a networking cocktail reception.

Directions can be found here

Sponsorship opportunities for this event are available.  Learn more here.

Thank you to Program Sponsors:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

as of 4-8-24

 

May
7
Tue
2024
Artificial Intelligence, Blockchain, and the Metaverse: Implications for Valuation @ Radisson Hotel Providence Airport
May 7 all-day

Location: Radisson Hotel Providence Airport, 2081 Post Road, Warwick, RI

Registration: 8:30 am

Classroom Hours: 9:00 am – 4:30 pm

Instructor: Mark R. Linne, MAI, SRA, AI-GRS

Cost: $195 AI Price; $220 Regular Price (After 4/23, add $25) – includes an electronic version of materials and AM break.

About the Program:

This NEW seminar introduces both residential and commercial appraisers to artificial intelligence (AI) and its applications in the appraisal industry. You’ll gain a solid understanding of the history of AI, its building blocks, and the reasons why AI is becoming increasingly essential in data analysis. It also dives into the concept of generative AI and its potential benefits for appraisers. Through examples and case studies, you’ll develop a working knowledge of tools such as ChatGPT, a cutting-edge generative AI model.

Course Attendance: One hundred percent (100%) attendance is required for all Appraisal Institute education programs. Credit and a course completion certificate can only be issued by attending 100% of the course. Please plan accordingly and be on time as late arrival or leaving early could jeopardize your receiving a certificate of attendance.

Course Materials/Breaks: A downloaded copy of materials and AM breaks are included in tuition. Printed materials are available at additional cost and shipping.

Directions can be found here.

CE Credit: One hundred percent (100%) attendance is required for all Appraisal Institute education programs. Credit and a course completion certificate can only be issued by attending 100% of the course. Please plan accordingly and be on time as late arrival or leaving early could jeopardize your receiving a certificate of attendance.

 

May
8
Wed
2024
Artificial Intelligence, Blockchain, and the Metaverse: Implications for Valuation @ Hilton Garden Inn Freeport Downtown
May 8 all-day

Location: Hilton Garden Inn Freeport Downtown, 5 Park Street, Freeport, ME

Registration: 8:30 am

Classroom Hours: 9:00 am – 4:30 pm

Instructor: Mark R. Linne, MAI, SRA, AI-GRS

Cost: $195 AI Price; $220 Regular Price (After 4/25, add $25) – includes an electronic version of materials and AM break.

About the Program:

This NEW seminar introduces both residential and commercial appraisers to artificial intelligence (AI) and its applications in the appraisal industry. You’ll gain a solid understanding of the history of AI, its building blocks, and the reasons why AI is becoming increasingly essential in data analysis. It also dives into the concept of generative AI and its potential benefits for appraisers. Through examples and case studies, you’ll develop a working knowledge of tools such as ChatGPT, a cutting-edge generative AI model.

Course Attendance: One hundred percent (100%) attendance is required for all Appraisal Institute education programs. Credit and a course completion certificate can only be issued by attending 100% of the course. Please plan accordingly and be on time as late arrival or leaving early could jeopardize your receiving a certificate of attendance.

Course Materials/Breaks: A downloaded copy of materials and AM breaks are included in tuition. Printed materials are available at additional cost and shipping.

Directions can be found here.

CE Credit: One hundred percent (100%) attendance is required for all Appraisal Institute education programs. Credit and a course completion certificate can only be issued by attending 100% of the course. Please plan accordingly and be on time as late arrival or leaving early could jeopardize your receiving a certificate of attendance.

 

Litigation Appraising: Specialized Topics and Applications @ Greater Boston Association of Realtor Training Centr
May 8 – May 10 all-day

Location:   Greater Boston Association of Realtors Training Center, 68 Main Street, Reading, MA

Tuition:     $475 AI Price; $525 Regular Price (after 5/15, add $50)

Instructor:  Vince Dowling, MAI, SRA

The course delves more deeply into inverse condemnation, an exciting niche market with increasing demand for appraisers. One of three courses in the Litigation Professional Development Program, this course offers hands-on applications giving you the opportunity to solve problems and put theory into practice. Specialized topics covered include environmental contamination, ad valorem tax assessments, construction defects, bankruptcies, fraud and misrepresentation, income and estate tax disputes, inverse condemnation, contract disputes and equitable distribution in divorces cases. Through problem-solving activities, you’ll apply new concepts and address how to best handle valuation and reporting issues in a professional legal setting. You’ll gain an understanding of the terminology and concepts involved in litigation valuation services in specialty areas and will learn about the many opportunities available for expanding their practices in litigation valuation.

 

This course is in the Litigation Professional Development Program. View this list of FAQs, which includes information regarding the courses you’ll need to complete the program successfully.

May
29
Wed
2024
Real Estate Finance Statistics and Valuation Modeling @ Greater Boston Association of Realtors Training Center
May 29 – May 30 all-day

Location:   Greater Boston Association of Realtors Training Center, 68 Main Street, Reading, MA

Tuition:     $410 AI Price; $460 Regular Price (after 5/29, add $50)

Instructor:  Vince Dowling, MAI, SRA

Credit Hours: 14 hours (Be sure check with with your state licensing board for approval)

Jun
4
Tue
2024
Fundamentals of Appraising Affordable Housing @ Via Livestream Classroom
Jun 4 all-day

Instructor:  Amanda Aaron, MAI

Login/Program Access: 8:30 am – 9:00 am EST
Classroom Hours: 9:00 am – 4:30 pm EST
Lunch:  30 minutes

Enrolled students will receive an email with a link to join the virtual class.

Course Materials:  Price includes a downloaded version of the program material. Students that wish to have a printed copy of materials may opt to do so at an additional cost and will be responsible for paying shipping.

Important Download:  Some files are large and take time to download. Right-click on each download component and select “save target as” from the drop-down menu. Then select a location on your computer. DO NOT attempt to access the file while it is downloading. Some files are large and take time to download properly.

Attendance Requirements:

  • Attendance will be monitored throughout the day and two Zoom polls will be taken.
  • Students are required to provide a copy of their driver’s license which must be emailed to the Chapter office as verification after you have registered for the offering. Only those students who provide the photo identification and “attend” the program in its entirety will receive a certificate of completion. 
  • Students are required to be visible on the Zoom platform during the entire class – 100% attendance policy applies
  • Instructors will direct questions to students.
General Appraiser Market Analysis and Highest and Best Use
Jun 4 – Jun 7 all-day

Location:   Courtyard By Marriott, 700 Unicorn Park Drive, Woburn, MA

Registration: 8:00 am

Classroom Hours: 8:30 am – 5:00 pm

Registration Fee: $610 AI Price; $660 Full Price (after 10/30, add $50)

Course Attendance: One hundred percent (100%) attendance is required for all Appraisal Institute education programs. Credit and a course completion certificate can only be issued by attending 100% of the course. Please plan accordingly and be on time as late arrival or leaving early could jeopardize your receiving a certificate of attendance.

Course Materials/Breaks: A downloaded copy of materials and AM breaks are included in tuition. Printed materials are available at additional cost and shipping.

Overnight Accommodations: We now have a discounted rate for students attending AI programs who wish to book overnight accommodations. Visit the hotel website at www.marriott.com/boscw . Under the tab for special rates, click corporate code. Rate code is Y8I for an 11% discount off the retail room rate. You can also call the hotel’s front desk and mention the code.

Driving Directions

Jun
18
Tue
2024
The Multifamily Market and the Impact of the MBTA Communities Act and Q2 Chapter Business Meeting @ Connelly Center @ the Federal Reserve Boston
Jun 18 @ 12:00 pm

The current multifamily CRE market continues to be an attractive investment option as supply side housing problems and increased borrowing cost for home buyers are placing upward pressure on demand. The enactment of the MBTA Communities Act in January 2021 which requires 177 Cities and Towns to establish “at least 1 district of reasonable size in which multi-family housing is permitted as of right.” Where possible, the district must be within a half mile from public transportation (commuter rail, bus station, ferry terminal or subway) seeks bring more dense housing options to these communities. Topics will focus on economic and real property implications of the MBTA Communities Act, as well as current status of the multifamily market in the region. Participants will learn about the challenges facing the communities, developers, and investors which all impact appraisal analysis and conclusions. The four speakers will give presentations and participate in a moderated panel discussion.

Four speakers will give presentations and participate in a moderated panel discussion.

  • Jamie Helen, MPA; Town Administrator at Town of Franklin, MA
  • Kendin Carr, Vice President Colliers
  • Ellen Marya, Research Manager at Massachusetts Housing Partnership
  • Geoff Lewis, The Michaels Organization

Schedule of Events

  • 12:00 pm – Check-in, lunch & Q2 2024 Chapter Business Meeting*
  • 12:30 pm – Two Hour CE program,Multifamily Market and the Impact of the MBTA Communities Act

*The Election of 2025 Officers, Directors, and Regional Representatives will take place at this meeting. Read the Report of the Nominating Committee here.

 

Aug
12
Mon
2024
Advanced Concepts and Case Studies @ Courtyard by Marriott
Aug 12 – Aug 17 all-day

Location:   Courtyard By Marriott, 700 Unicorn Park Drive, Woburn, MA
Tuition:     $1050 AI Price; $1,400 Full Price
Instructor: Rick L. Carlile, MAI, SRA
Credit Hours: 38 hours – including 3 hour exam (Be sure check with with your state licensing board for approval)

Sep
4
Wed
2024
General Appraiser Income Approach Part 2 @ Courtyard By Marriott
Sep 4 – Sep 7 all-day

Location:   Courtyard By Marriott, 700 Unicorn Park Drive, Woburn, MA
Tuition:     $510 AI Price; $560 Full Price (after 9/4, add $50)
Instructor:  Edward V. Bowler, MAI, SRA
Credit Hours: 30 hours (Be sure check with with your state licensing board for approval)

Business Practices and Ethics @ via Livestream Classroom
Sep 4 @ 9:00 am – 3:30 pm

Instructor:  Jonathan H. Avery, MAI, SRA

Login/Program Access: 8:30 am – 9:00 am
Classroom Hours: 9:00 am – 3:30 pm

Enrolled students will receive an email with a link to join the virtual class.

 

Participation Guidelines:   Students must have webcam/iphone/ipad/smartphone capability to participate and receive continuing education 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. Participants do not need a paid account from ZOOM to participate.

A copy of your driver’s license must be emailed to the Chapter office as verification after you have registered for the offering no later than noon on September 6th via email.

Only those students who provide the photo identification and “attend” the program in its entirety will receive a certificate of completion. Once registered, students will be emailed log-in/access information.

Continuing Education:  Credit Hours: 6 hours.

This course is approved for 30 AI CE points as well as six hours of CE credit by MA (Approval #120077), RI (Approval #REA-0001330-CE) and ME.

Course Materials:  Price includes a downloaded version of the program material. Students that wish to have a printed copy of materials may opt to do so at an additional cost and will be responsible for paying shipping.

Top 15 Takeaways from Your Colleagues’ Legal Misfortunes @ Via Livestream Classroom
Sep 4 @ 9:00 am

Date: Thursday, September 19, 2024

Price: $99 AI Price; $135 Full Price

Via Livestream Classroom

Instructor:  Attorney Peter Christensen

Login / Program Access:  8:30 am

Classroom Hours: 9:00 am – noon

Registered students will be sent a link to access the class

Attorney Peter Christensen will offer 15 takeaways and lessons from legal situations and cases involving appraisers. What can appraisers learn from their colleagues’ legal misfortunes?

Here are some of the takeaways offered:

  • How does USPAP relate to a professional negligence claim?
  • What’s the most important language in an appraisal report – in relation to an appraiser’s potential liability?
  • What legal problems have copying and pasting information from Wikipedia into appraisal reports caused appraisers?
  • How does the Gramm Leach Bliley Act really apply to appraisers?

Peter Christensen is an attorney whose practice is focused on legal and regulatory issues concerning real estate valuation. He is the author of Risk Management for Real Estate Appraisers and Appraisal Firms, published by the Appraisal Institute in 2019.

 

CE Credit – Credit Hours: 3 hours (15 AI Points) .  This program is approved by the Appraisal Institute . Applications have been submitted to MA, ME, and RI for three hours of appraiser CE credit..   There will be no credit provided in other states.

One hundred percent (100%) attendance is required for all Appraisal Institute education programs. Credit and a course completion certificate can only be issued by attending 100% of the course. Please plan accordingly and be on time as late arrival or leaving early could jeopardize your receiving a certificate of attendance.

 

Sep
11
Wed
2024
Understanding LD 2003 and its Impact on Real Estate Appraisal Practices in Maine and Q3 2024 Chapter Business Meeting @ Hilton Garden Inn Freeport Downtown
Sep 11 @ 3:00 pm

Date: Wednesday, September 11, 2024

Location: Hilton Garden Inn, 5 Park Street, Freeport, ME

Schedule of Events

  • 2:30 pm – Check-in
  • 3:00 pm – Two Hour CE program
  • 5:00 pm – Q3 Chapter Business Meeting and Networking reception

As a result of the continued decline of affordable housing, accessory dwelling units have become attractive living options for a variety of persons, for numerous reasons. And the housing crunch is so severe that legislation (LD 2003) was enacted to allow for ADUs on most single-family lots, in some cases taking precedence over local ordinances. In this seminar find out more about the origin of the legislation from Ryan Fecteau, a former Legislator who was instrumental in the crafting and passage of the new law. Parlin Meyer of BrightBuilt Home will speak about the unique construction aspects of ADUs. Local zoning officials Milan Nevajda from South Portland and Erin Zwirko from Yarmouth will share their insight into the planning aspects, while Rob Lynch, SRA, AI-RRS will wrap-up the program with a summary of salient points for appraisers to consider including secondary market considerations.

Panelists:

Ryan Fecteau, Senior Officer of Policy and Planning, Avesta Housing, Portland, ME
Parlin Meyer, Managing Principal, Brightbuilt Home, Portland, ME
Milan Nevajda, Planning Director, City of South Portland, ME
Erin Zwirko, Planning and Development Director, Town of Yarmouth, ME
Robert B. Lynch, SRA, AI-RRS, Portland, ME

Sep
24
Tue
2024
2024 / 2025 7 Hour National USPAP Update Course @ Via Live / Synchonous Classroom
Sep 24 all-day

Instructor: Jonathan H. Avery, MAI, SRA

Login/Program Access: 8:00 am – 8:30 am
Classroom Hours: 8:30 am – 4:00 pm

Enrolled students will receive an email with a link to join the LIVESTREAM class.

Credit Hours: 7 hours

CE Credit: One hundred percent (100%) attendance is required for all Appraisal Institute education programs. Credit and a course completion certificate can only be issued by attending 100% of the course. Please plan accordingly and be on time as late arrival or leaving early could jeopardize your receiving a certificate of attendance.

Required materials:

  1. 2024-2025 Student Handbook – included in the registration fee
  2. Reference and Guidance Manual – included in the registration fee
  3. 2024 USPAP (Standards 1 – 10) – This book MUST be purchased from the Appraisal Foundation ($35 + shipping). Here is the link to the Appraisal Foundation website book store here: https://appraisalfoundation.org/imis/itemDetail?iProductCode=440&Category=PUB

Reminder: All students will be required to display a paper or electronic copy of all required materials (3) at registration – No Exceptions.

Oct
16
Wed
2024
General Appraiser Sales Comparison Approach @ Courtyard by Marriott
Oct 16 – Oct 19 all-day

Location:   Courtyard By Marriott, 700 Unicorn Park Drive, Woburn, MA
Tuition:     $550 AI Price; $610 Full Price (after 10/2, add $50)
Instructor:  Edward V. Bowler, MAI, SRA
Credit Hours: 30 hours (Be sure check with with your state licensing board for approval)

Location: Courtyard By Marriott, 700 Unicorn Park Drive, Woburn, MA

Registration: 8:00 am

Classroom Hours: 8:30 am – 5:00 pm

Oct
21
Mon
2024
2024 New England Appraisers Expo @ Four Points by Sheraton
Oct 21 – Oct 24 all-day
 
General Session – October 21, 2024 – In-person at the Four Points by Sheraton, Norwood MA
 
Commercial Expo Session – October 23, 2024 – Via Livestream Classroom
 
Residential Expo Session – October 24, 2024 – Via Livestream Classroom
 
Keynote Speaker –

We are excited to be welcoming Kevin Sears, a REALTOR® from Springfield, MA, and the 2024 president of the National Association of REALTORS® as the keynote speaker at the Expo.

Kevin has served NAR in numerous capacities, including as a President’s Liaison in 2019 and as NAR Vice President of Government Affairs in 2017.

As the chief elected officer of NAR, Kevin is responsible for providing leadership to the association and to represent NAR at industry events and before Congress.

Oct
28
Mon
2024
Impact of Short-term Rentals (on Real Property Valuation) @ Greater Boston Association of Realtors Training Center
Oct 28 all-day

Location:  Greater Boston Association of Realtors, 68 Main Street, Reading, MA
Tuition:  $195 AI Price; $220 Full Price (after 10/22 add $25)
Instructor:  Joseph Comperchio, MAI, SRA
Credit Hours: 7 hours and 35 AI Points

Registration:  8:30 am

Classroom Hours: 8:45 am – 4:30 pm

 

NEW SEMINAR! 

Short-term residential rentals (STRs) play an increasing role in the global sharing economy. It’s important that appraisers, lenders, and underwriters become familiar with the nuances of valuing these properties.

In this seminar, you will gain a basic understanding of the global short-term rental market plus increased awareness about the impact of STRs and the emerging methods, or best practices, required to develop credible valuations of this property type. 

 
The seminar provides an overview and brief history of the short-term rental industry, information on aspects of value, FF&E, capitalization rates, going-concern value, motivations of property owners, and proper methods of research. Case study examples demonstrate how to value single-unit, multi-unit, and mixed-use properties that include an STR component.
Nov
13
Wed
2024
General Appraiser Site Valuation & Cost Approach @ Courtyard by Marriott
Nov 13 – Nov 16 all-day

Location:   Courtyard By Marriott, 700 Unicorn Park Drive, Woburn, MA
Tuition:     Tuition:     $550 AI Price; $610 Full Price (after 10/30 , add $50)
Instructor:  Edward V. Bowler, MAI, SRA
Credit Hours: 30 hours (Be sure check with with your state licensing board for approval)

Nov
14
Thu
2024
Impact of Short-term Rentals (on Real Property Valuation) @ Via Livestream Classroom
Nov 14 all-day

Login/Program Access: 8:00 am – 8:30 am
Classroom Hours: 8:30 am – 4:30 pm

Enrolled students will receive an email with a link to join the virtual class.

Participation Guidelines:   Students must have webcam/iphone/ipad/smartphone capability to participate and receive continuing education 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. Participants do not need a paid account from ZOOM to participate.

A copy of your driver’s license must be emailed to the Chapter office as verification after you have registered for the offering no later than noon on November 12th  via email.

Only those students who provide the photo identification and “attend” the program in its entirety will receive a certificate of completion. Once registered, students will be emailed log-in/access information.

NEW SEMINAR! 

Short-term residential rentals (STRs) play an increasing role in the global sharing economy. It’s important that appraisers, lenders, and underwriters become familiar with the nuances of valuing these properties.

In this seminar, you will gain a basic understanding of the global short-term rental market plus increased awareness about the impact of STRs and the emerging methods, or best practices, required to develop credible valuations of this property type. 

 
The seminar provides an overview and brief history of the short-term rental industry, information on aspects of value, FF&E, capitalization rates, going-concern value, motivations of property owners, and proper methods of research. Case study examples demonstrate how to value single-unit, multi-unit, and mixed-use properties that include an STR component.
 
Course Materials:  Price includes a downloaded version of the program material. Students that wish to have a printed copy of materials may opt to do so at an additional cost and will be responsible for paying shipping.