The Southern New Jersey Chapter Welcomes You

As the leading organization for professional real estate appraisers, the Appraisal Institute represents over 18,000 professionals in nearly 50 countries. The Southern New Jersey Chapter has over 150 members. We are the home to appraising professionals in the following counties: Burlington, Camden, Gloucester, Salem, Atlantic, Cumberland, Cape May, Monmouth, Mercer and Ocean.  Our members perform a variety of services ranging from single family valuation to feasibility studies for regional malls and hotel-casinos. Whether it’s assistance on a home purchase or providing expert testimony for litigation, Appraisal Institute members are uniquely qualified to meet these needs.

 

EDUCATIONAL OFFERINGS: In person and virtually!

We have SUCCESSFULLY run MANY continuing educational offerings virtually since Quarter 2 of 2020. Virtual offerings are held using ZOOM from the comfort of the student’s own home/office. Because of the positive feedback, we will continue to hold seminars using this platform…and we will reintroduce in-person learning! We are here to help you meet your mandatory CE requirements! Please note whether the seminar you are signing up for will be held in-person or virtually before registering.

May
13
Tue
2025
The Appraiser as an Expert Witness: Preparation &Testimony (14 CE Hours) @ Hampton Inn & Suites Deptford
May 13 @ 8:30 am – May 14 @ 4:30 pm
  • Course is 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM each day 
  • 14 CE hrs + 1 hour exam
  • Instructor: Vince Dowling, MAI, SRA

This course introduces the basic concepts and strategies needed to engage in litigation valuation. It explores the scope of activities you can expect in a legal action, including assessing the status of a case, developing a USPAP-compliant appraisal without preparing a written report, and understanding legal terminology and jargon. The course addresses how litigation assignments differ from lender assignments and how to market appraisal services to litigation clients. You’ll work in small groups to practice effective deposition and direct testimony techniques and a mock trial with a residential case study gives them the opportunity to experience a realistic courtroom environment in which to polish their skills.

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. (Note: Our Region will be offering all 3 courses in this series in 2025!)

Cancellation Policy

Any & all cancellations are subject to an admin fee.  No credit/refunds for cancellations made on or after 7 days prior to class.  No credit/refunds for no-shows.  Our cancellation policy is stated on registration portal. These seminars have been approved by the NJ State Board of Real Estate Appraisers.

Click here for a downloadable PDF of all upcoming programs.

 

May
15
Thu
2025
7-Hour National USPAP Continuing Education Course @ via ZOOM
May 15 @ 8:30 am – 4:00 pm
  • Sign in at 8:15 am
  • Class starts at 8:30 am
  • Instructor: Brian Flynn, MAI, AI-GRS 

This required 7-hour continuing education course, copyrighted by The Appraisal Foundation, focuses on USPAP requirements for ethical behavior and competent performance by appraisers. New case studies and tools are provided to help you learn how to better navigate USPAP in order to solve problems in your daily appraisal practice, and a USPAP Reference Manual is included with the course handbook. The topic of bias and appraisal practice will be covered using Advisory Opinion 16 showing how an appraiser can comply with USPAP as it relates to fair housing laws. The course will help you gain competency in USPAP, and it will help those subject to state licensing or certification and continuing education requirements imposed by professional organizations, client groups, or employers gain competency as well. NOTE. Appraisers must successfully complete the 7-Hour National USPAP Continuing Education Course every 2 years to meet the USPAP continuing education requirement. 

Registration includes course materials (not the USPAP Manual from the Appraisal Foundation). When you register for the course the default is to download the course material. If you want hardcopy you have to select that option; there will be an extra fee. This material is required for the course, but it is not the USPAP Manual, it is the student handbook for the class. You are required to have this material in class, hardcopy or downloaded on a computer. 

This seminar is on Zoom! Students must have computer, webcam & microphone capability to participate & receive CE 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 prior to the offering start date. You will receive a separate email from the Chapter Office with log-in/access information. You do not need a paid account from ZOOM to participate. If you are using your Ipad/Iphone/smartphone download the ZOOM app prior to offering. Check your webcam privacy settings on your computer. Check state approvals before registering to make sure the states you are licensed have approved the course/seminar & allow Virtual education in place of classroom education.

Contact the chapter with questions regarding participation guidelines: lisamayweiss@hotmail.com 

Cancellation Policy

Any & all cancellations are subject to an admin fee. No credit/refunds for cancellations made on or after 7 days prior to class. No credit/refunds for no-shows. Our cancellation policy is stated on registration portal. These seminars have been approved by the NJ State Board of Real Estate Appraisers. 

Click here for a downloadable PDF of all upcoming programs.

May
20
Tue
2025
Residential Roundtable 2025 (4 CE Credits) @ Schileen’s Pub
May 20 @ 1:00 pm – 5:00 pm
  • Sign in at 12:45 pm
  • Seminar is 1:00 – 5:00 pm
  • Food is included 
  • There will be a 30-minute break midway through the event for lunch, so come hungry! 

An open conversation for residential appraisers! Residential work comes with high expectations—tight timelines, complex customizations, and no room for error. This session is for you if: 

  • You’re navigating demanding clients and complex custom scopes 
  • You’re scaling your residential business and need smarter systems 
  • You’re looking to learn from others building at the top of the market 
  • Join us for real stories, practical strategies, and open conversation. 

Presentations include:

Nick Nowak: Appraisers and Realtors Working Together
This will be an open discussion on how appraisers and agents can work better together. Discussions will include topics such as market conditions, using the MLS, adjustments, comps … basically all the problems that come up in the appraisal process with residential sales.

Joseph Palumbo, SRA, CTA: USPAP Q&A
As a member of the NJ State Board of Real Estate Appraisers and a USPAP instructor, Mr. Palumbo will follow up and summarize some of the current changes and also go over some “Common Misconceptions of USPAP.”

Shawn Telford: Technology in Appraising Today
Cotality is at the forefront of appraisal modernization, focusing on integrating technologies like LiDAR and AI to streamline data collection and analysis. This portion of our roundtable will emphasizes the importance of appraisers adapting to technological advancements while maintaining their critical role in providing expert value opinions.

Robin Hague, CTA: Appraisers and Assessors Working Together
We will discuss crucial information appraisers should bring to their interactions with assessors. Drawing from her wealth of experience, she will highlight best practices and common challenges in the profession. Topics will include tax assessments, revaluations, and Chapter 123.

About the Presenters

Nick Nowak is a NJ Broker-Associate and Realtor at eXp Realty, and has closed over 200 successful residential transactions across South Jersey. With a background in nonprofit management and a degree in Public Relations and Advertising from Rowan University, Nick started in real estate in 2018 and today, operates an eXp Realty branch in West Deptford.

Joseph Palumbo is the Chief Operating Officer of Worth Valuation Services Inc. Prior to Worth, he was Vice President of Real Estate Service at Weichert Workforce Mobility where he was employed since 2007. He was responsible for managing North American home disposition for relocating employees, including appraisals, home inspections, and property resale. He was also responsible for developing and implementing best practices for property disposition. An instructor since 1995, Mr. Palumbo specializes in teaching “Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice” (USPAP).  He is one of 405 AQB certified Instructors out of 75,000 appraisers in the United States.  He has been selected by the Appraisal Institute from a small panel of qualified instructors to teach internationally.  Joe has an SRA designation from the Appraisal Institute where he has served his local Chapter as Public Relations Chair, Education Chair, and Board Member.  In March 2011, he was appointed to the NJ State Appraisal Board by Governor Christie, and he has served since, including President for three terms in his tenure.

Shawn Telford is Chief Appraiser and Valuation Officer at Cotality. Telford brings extensive expertise encompassing mortgage lending, risk management, collateral valuation, and technology development. Telford drives innovation through the integration of technology, analytics, and data to solve important lending problems. Throughout his professional journey, he has adeptly led multiple initiatives and teams focused on conceptualizing and implementing software as a service (SaaS) solutions, along with automated risk-based collateral review systems for the lending industry. Telford is a Certified Residential Appraiser. He contributes to the real estate lending industry in numerous roles and initiatives, including as a member of the Appraiser Qualifications Board (AQB) and was previously a member of the Appraisal Standards Board (ASB). Telford holds an MBA, an MS in Computer Information Systems, and a BS in Business Management.

Robin Hague is the Deputy County Assessor/Residential Division for Gloucester County. The main function of the Assessor’s office is to value all real property at full and fair value in the County for the purpose of tax assessment, prepare the tax list, maintain records, and up-to-date tax maps. Gloucester County was involved in a new system, signed into law on October 1, 2009, which immediately established a program for the transfer of the municipal property assessment function to a county assessor. The transfer of the assessment function requires the revaluation of all municipalities within the county to ensure uniformity of assessment throughout the county-wide assessment district.


Cancellation Policy

Any & all cancellations are subject to an admin fee. No credit/refunds for cancellations made on or after 7 days prior to class. No credit/refunds for no-shows. 

 

Click here for a downloadable PDF of all upcoming programs.

Jun
3
Tue
2025
PA Appraisal Statutes, Regulations & Board @ via ZOOM
Jun 3 @ 8:30 am – 10:30 am
  • 2025 SNJAI Registration flyer updated 12-18-2024Approved in PA
  • 2 CE Hours
  • Sign in at 8:15 am.
  • Seminar is 8:30 am – 10:30 am
  • Instructor: Mark Smeltzer, MAI, SRA, AI-RRS

This program is intended to review, inform and assist Real Estate Appraisers who practice in the state of Pennsylvania about the Real Estate Appraisers Certification Act, Chapter 36 of the Rules & Regulations, Act 48 Penalties Imposed Against Appraisers and Recently Completed State Disciplinary Actions.


This Seminar is on ZOOM

Students must have computer, webcam & microphone capability to participate & receive CE 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. You will receive a separate email from the Chapter Office with log-in/access information. You do not need a paid account from ZOOM to participate. If you are using your Ipad/Iphone/smartphone download the ZOOM app prior to offering. Check your webcam privacy settings on your computer. Check state approvals before registering to make sure the states you are licensed have approved the course/seminar & allow Virtual education in place of classroom education.  Contact the chapter with questions regarding participation guidelines: lisamay.weiss@appraisalinstitute.org

Click here for a downloadable PDF of all upcoming programs.

New Jersey Appraiser Law & Regulations (Mandatory Class in Your NJ Cycle!) @ via ZOOM
Jun 3 @ 11:00 am – 1:00 pm
  • 2 CE Hours
  • Approved in NJ 
  • Sign in at 10:45
  • Seminar is 11:00am – 1:00pm
  • Instructed by Susanne Curran, MAI, AI-GRS 

NJ Appraiser Law, Regulations N.J.S.A. 45:14F-1, et seq. Real Estate Appraisers Act 

Purpose: This course is required by NJ regulations every two years. Students will learn about the law itself, the regulations that pertain to the law including specific areas noted in the regulation. 

13:40A-5.4 (b): All licensed and certified real estate appraisers shall be required to complete a two hour course on New Jersey law and rules governing the practice of real estate appraising. 

This seminar is on Zoom! Students must have computer, webcam & microphone capability to participate & receive CE 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 prior to the offering start date. You will receive a separate email from the Chapter Office with log-in/access information. You do not need a paid account from ZOOM to participate. If you are using your Ipad/Iphone/smartphone download the ZOOM app prior to offering. Check your webcam privacy settings on your computer. Check state approvals before registering to make sure the states you are licensed have approved the course/seminar & allow Virtual education in place of classroom education.

Contact the chapter with questions regarding participation guidelines: lisamayweiss@hotmail.com 

Cancellation Policy

Any & all cancellations are subject to an admin fee. No credit/refunds for cancellations made on or after 7 days prior to class. No credit/refunds for no-shows. Our cancellation policy is stated on registration portal. These seminars have been approved by the NJ State Board of Real Estate Appraisers. 

Click here for a downloadable PDF of all upcoming programs.

Jun
4
Wed
2025
Market Conditions Analysis in Residential Appraising (2 CE Hours) @ via ZOOM
Jun 4 @ 3:00 pm – 5:00 pm
  • 2 CE Hours
  • Sign in at 2:45
  • Seminar is 3 – 5 pm  
  • Developed and Instructed by Jason A. Tillema, SRA, AI-RRS

The Market Conditions Analysis session has become even more crucial in light of Fannie Mae’s recent policy updates.  Effective February 4, 2025, Fannie Mae has introduced new requirements for appraisers, emphasizing the importance of thorough market analysis and time adjustments.  This class is specifically designed to help appraisers meet these new GSE guidelines and will provide practical methods for developing value trends and corresponding market condition adjustments.

Participants will learn how to:

  1. Establish a minimum 12-month timeframe for deriving overall market trends
  2. Differentiate between overall market trends and adjustments applied to individual comparable sales
  3. Provide comprehensive market analysis supporting both the indicated overall market trend and market-derived time adjustments

The session will also address Fannie Mae’s emphasis on the importance of analyzing comparable sales for changes in market conditions between the contract date and the effective date of the appraisal.  Attendees will gain insights into acceptable practices for making time adjustments, including:

  • Utilizing home price indices (HPIs)
  • Using MLS data and reports
  • Conducting statistical analysis
  • Exploring other commonly accepted methods

By participating in this seminar, appraisers will not only enhance their technical expertise but also ensure compliance with the latest GSE requirements.  This event aligns perfectly with the Appraisal Institute’s commitment to providing quality education and upholding ethical standards in the appraisal profession.  Don’t miss this opportunity to elevate your skills, deepen your understanding of the evolving appraisal landscape, and connect with fellow professionals dedicated to excellence in the field.


This seminar is on Zoom!

Students must have computer, webcam & microphone capability to participate & receive CE credit. The instructor must be able to physically see and interact with all students; students must be able see and interact with the instructor. FOR USPAP, a copy of your driver’s license must be emailed to the Chapter prior to the offering start date. You will receive a separate email from the Chapter with log-in information.

If you are using your iPad/iPhone/smartphone download the ZOOM app prior to offering. Check your webcam privacy settings on your computer. Check state approvals before registering to make sure the states you are licensed have approved the course/seminar & allow Virtual education in place of classroom education.

Contact the chapter with questions: LisaMay.weiss@appraisalinstitute.org

Click here for a downloadable PDF of all upcoming programs.