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!
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 .
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.
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.
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)
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.
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.
This is a FREE event and NO state CE will be granted.
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 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.
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.
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
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
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.
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.
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
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.
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)
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
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.
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.
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
- 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.
- 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.
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.
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:
- 2024-2025 Student Handbook – included in the registration fee
- Reference and Guidance Manual – included in the registration fee
- 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.
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:
- 2024-2025 Student Handbook – included in the registration fee
- Reference and Guidance Manual – included in the registration fee
- 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.
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
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.
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as of 4-8-24
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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)
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
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.
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!
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.
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!
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.
Location: Hyatt Place, 50 Forbes Road, Braintree, MA
Tuition: $509 AI Price; $559 Full Price (after 1/29, add $50)
Instructor: Edward V. Bowler, MAI, SRA
Credit Hours: 30 hours (Be sure check with with your state licensing board for approval)
Date: Wednesday, February 19, 2025
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 and the states of MA, ME, and RI for three . 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.
Location: Via Livestream
Registration: 8:00 am
Classroom Hours: 8:30 am – 4:00 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:
- 2024-2025 Student Handbook – included in the registration fee
- Reference and Guidance Manual – included in the registration fee
- 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.
Location: Hyatt Place, 50 Forbes Road Braintree, MA
Tuition: $450 AI Price; $449 Full Price
Instructor:Steven Elliott, SRA
Credit Hours: 30 hours (Be sure check with with your state licensing board for approval)
Classroom Dates are March 7, 8, 14, 15, 2025
Location: Hyatt Place, 50 Forbes Road, Braintree, MA
Tuition: $509 AI Price; $559 Full Price (after 3/5, add $50)
Instructor: Edward V. Bowler, MAI, SRA
Credit Hours: 30 hours (Be sure check with with your state licensing board for approval)
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 the most recent version of 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.
Location: Hyatt Place, 50 Forbes Road, Braintree, MA
Tuition: $450 AI Price; $499 Full Price
Instructor: Joseph Comperchio, MAI, SRA
Credit Hours: 30 hours (Be sure check with with your state licensing board for approval)
Classroom Dates are May April 18, 19, 25, 26, 2025
Location: Hyatt Place, 50 Forbes Road, Braintree, MA
Tuition: $559 AI Price; $609 Full Price (after 4/23, add $50)
Instructor: Mark Smeltzer, MAI, SRA, AI-RRS
Credit Hours: 30 hours (Be sure check with with your state licensing board for approval)
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.
Location: Hyatt Place, 50 Forbes Road, Braintree, MA
Tuition: $410 AI Price; $460 Regular Price (after 5/28, add $50)
Instructor: Vince Dowling, MAI, SRA
Credit Hours: 14 hours (Be sure check with with your state licensing board for approval)
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:
- 2024-2025 Student Handbook – included in the registration fee
- Reference and Guidance Manual – included in the registration fee
- 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.
Location: Hyatt Place, 50 Forbes Road, Braintree, MA
Tuition: $559 AI Price; $609 Full Price (after 9/3, add $50)
Instructor: Edward V. Bowler, MAI, SRA
Credit Hours: 30 hours (Be sure check with with your state licensing board for approval)
Check-in: : 8:00 am on September 17, 2025
Classroom Hours: 8:30 am – 5:00 pm
Location: Hyatt Place, 50 Forbes Road, Braintree, MA
Tuition: Tuition: $559 AI Price; $609 Full Price (after 10/1, add $50)
Instructor: Edward V. Bowler, MAI, SRA
Credit Hours: 30 hours (Be sure check with with your state licensing board for approval)
Location: Hyatt Place, 50 Forbes Road, Braintree, MA
Registration: 8:00 am on November 12, 2025
Classroom Hours: 8:30 am – 5:00 pm
Registration Fee: $559 AI Price; $609 Full Price (after 10/29, add $50)