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.

EDUCATION / MEETINGS / EVENTS

Agenda
Agenda
March – June 2023 Mar – Jun 2023
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Mar
28
Tue
2023
Joint Seminar/Meeting & Tri-State Industry Update @ Bonesaw Brewing Company, Lager Loft
Tickets
Mar 28 @ 4:00 pm – 7:00 pm
  • Check in begins at 3:45 pm
  • 4:00 pm – 6:00 pm: Tri-State Industry Update (2 CE Hours)
  • 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm:  Chapter meetings and Happy Hour  
  • Your registration fee includes one drink ticket. We will also have subs, soft pretzels and other snacks that go perfectly with whichever beer you choose  

Our presenters include:

  • David Doe (Owner, Bonesaw Brewing Company) Ok, let’s open a brewery! Not so fast. How do we do that? Find out from Mr. Doe how Bonesaw came to be one of the premier breweries in New Jersey. From business issues, financing, building logistics and to getting state approvals…throw in some hops and hear how it all happened! 
  • Joseph Campbell (Rowan University Vice President for Facilities & Operations) From the Edelman Fossil Park and Museum to the new medical school and Discovery Hall, a lot is happening at Rowan University — the growth is incredible! Find out from Mr. Campbell what has been happening lately, and what more is in store for the University.
  • Carlo Batts, MAI (Rittenhouse Appraisals, Philadelphia Home Appraisal Bias Task Force)  Mr. Batts will speak on trends and issues affecting the Philadelphia housing and commercial property industry. He will also give us an update on activities with the Philadelphia Home Appraisal Bias Task Force. 
  • Adam Ksebe (Process Realtor) Mr. Ksebe is an expert on Delaware real estate, and is the perfect addition to our panel to give us a “State of Delaware Real Estate” report. He will give an overview of current real estate situations from Rehoboth Beach to Bethany Beach to Fenwick Island! 

 For more on Bonesaw, visit bonesawbrewing.com.

 

Cancellation Policy

Any & all cancellations are subject to a $10 administrative fee. No credit/refunds for cancellations made 7 days prior to the event. No credit/refunds for no-shows.

Disclaimer Information

Confirmations will be emailed. No discounts for only attending the seminar – it’s a complete event. Two hours of continuing education credits are PENDING with NJ Board of RE Appraisers (NJ Div of Taxation (appraisal credits) reciprocal credits); and the PA and Delaware Boards of RE Appraisers. 100% seminar/speaker attendance required to receive CE credits, as per State & AQB criteria.

National Disclaimer

This Educational Program was developed and organized by the Appraisal Institute Chapter offering the Program with the intent of addressing topic(s) of current local interest solely for educational and informational purposes. The Appraisal Institute national organization was not involved in developing or organizing the Program.

The content of this Program, including but not limited to any written materials and presenter comments, does not represent the viewpoint of the Appraisal Institute (defined as including but not limited to, the national organization, its Regions, Chapters, members, candidates, affiliates and staff) unless formally adopted by the national Board of Directors. Further, the Appraisal Institute has not peer-reviewed or approved the content of the Program and does not warrant the accuracy or timeliness of the content of the Program. The content of the Program is subject to court decisions and local, state and federal laws and regulations and any such revisions of such laws and regulations.

This Program is presented with the understanding that the Appraisal Institute is not engaged in rendering legal, accounting or other professional advice or services. Nothing in the Program is to be construed as the offering of such advice or services. If expert advice or services are required, attendees and readers are responsible for obtaining such advice or services from appropriate professionals.

State Credit

Please note that 100% attendance is required in order to receive any approved state credit or to be awarded AI CE points. It is imperative that you check with your state board for state approval information before completing registration.

Other Information

If you have a disability and require accommodation, please notify the sponsor at least two weeks in advance for reasonable accommodations to be arranged.

The Appraisal Institute reserves the rights to cancel, limit, or reschedule the program and to change instructor assignments and facility locations at any time.

Questions? Paying with a purchase order?

Email: lisamayweiss@hotmail.com Call: 856.415.0281 

 

Click here for a downloadable PDF of this program.

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Apr
3
Mon
2023
Inconsistency: It’s Hiding in Plain Sight in Your Residential Appraisal – Non-lender Examples – Next Level Analysis (7 CE hours ) @ Rutgers EcoComplex
Tickets
Apr 3 @ 8:15 am – 3:30 pm

Discounted price if registered by 3/1

  • Check in begins at 8:15 M
  • Class starts at 8:30 AM
  • Includes light breakfast and lunch
  • Instructor: Rick Carlile, MAI, SRA (seminar developer)

NEW SEMINAR!!!  Sometimes inconsistency in data, analysis, and reporting escapes even the most seasoned appraiser. This can have a major impact on the credibility of the value opinion in the appraisal report and on your credibility as an appraiser. This seminar focuses on significant inconsistencies that can affect categories like the definition of market value, market analysis and highest and best use, the three approaches, functional and external obsolescence, and reconciliation. Broad discussions about the entire appraisal process, topics you may not have given much thought about recently, will be lively, intense, and eye-opening. Every residential appraiser will find this seminar beneficial. If you are a residential appraiser who wants to expand your practice to non-lender work or you are already doing non-lender work, this seminar will take your analytical abilities to the next level! Objectives:

  • Recognize inconsistencies with the definition of market value & the need to stay consistent with the type of value opinion developed.
  • Understand how market analysis supports the highest and best use decision, which drives the remainder of the appraisal process, and how to stay consistent with the highest and best use.
  • Realize the need for consistency within and between the three approaches to value.
  • Determine what constitutes functional & external obsolescence & how to maintain consistency with both in all 3 approaches.
  • Complete a thorough, meaningful, and consistent reconciliation.

When you register, either choose to download the materials or have them shipped directly to you.  Make sure you have downloaded class materials PRIOR to class.  If you order (and ship) printed materials to you, make sure they arrive 1 week prior to class. Contact the national office if there are any issues at least one week before class.

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 the registration portal. 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

Questions?

Need help enrolling?  Email:  lisamayweiss@hotmail.com   Call: 856.415.0281

CLICK HERE TO DOWNLOAD A PDF FLYER OF ALL UPCOMING PROGRAMS.

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May
10
Wed
2023
Rural Area Appraisals: Freddie Mac Guidelines and Property Eligibility Requirements (7 CE Hours) @ AWA Community Room
Tickets
May 10 @ 9:15 am – 4:15 pm
  • Instructor: R. Scott Hartman, SRA
  • Check in at 9 AM
  • Class begins at 9:15 AM
  • Lunch will be included.

IN-PERSON CLASS

Appraising rural properties can be challenging. A lack of comparable sales, uniqueness of homes, time between sales, and an expansive geography are factors appraisers must consider. This often means more time, research, and justification to determine an acceptable value for a property. To make this task less daunting, Freddie Mac identified common pain points and misconceptions among appraisers and lenders regarding collateral guidelines for rural properties. With the Appraisal Institute, they have developed a comprehensive rural appraisal training for practicing residential appraisers.

This 7-hour seminar addresses eligible and ineligible property qualifications; price ceiling limitations in rural markets; how urban development, farm productivity, and conversion to residential uses affect land prices; highest and best use problems in rural residential appraisals; how the Freddie Mac Appraisal Guidelines relate to rural appraisals; how to extract and support adjustments in rural residential appraisals; how to support deductions for unusual designs or functional problems; and how to use regression analysis to support a conclusion regarding highest and best use. An integrated case study reinforces the concepts presented. Objectives: 

  • Describe issues lenders have when defining rural markets and the eligibility of properties that secure loans to be purchased by Freddie Mac. 
  • Identify the issues regarding defining rural, suburban, and urban neighborhoods. 
  • Describe geographic and demographic issues in rural appraisals. 
  • Demonstrate issues of highest and best use analysis in rural appraisals. 
  • List & describe Freddie Mac Guidelines in sect.5601 of the Freddie Mac Single Family Seller/Servicer Guide. 
  • Review methodologies for extracting and supporting adjustment rates for comparable sales. 

Seminar Materials Include:

  • Seminar Handbook (305 pp.)
  • Participant Case Study and Solutions Booklet (188 pp.)
  • Pre-Class Downloads (116 KB)
  • Pre-Class Assignment: Case Study Appendix (127 pp.)
  • Pre-Class Memo (1 p.)
  • Opt Out Form (1 p.)
IMPORTANT! You may want to consider ordering print materials for this seminar, or simply print all materials on your own and bring them to class. Having print copies of the materials will enhance the learning experience for this seminar.

Additional Information

Registration fees do not include printed materials.

When you register, either choose to download the materials or have them shipped directly to you. (Not applicable for the Regs classes.) Make sure you have downloaded class materials PRIOR to class. If you order (and ship) printed materials to you, make sure they arrive 1 week prior to class. Contact the national office if there are any issues at least one week before class.

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 the registration portal.

For zoom classes: 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. 

Cancellation Fee: $10 cancellation fee up to 7 days prior to class; no refunds after that date.

National Disclaimer

State Credit

Please note that 100% attendance is required in order to receive any approved state credit or to be awarded AI CE points. It is imperative that you check with your state board for state approval information before completing registration.

Other Information

If you have a disability and require accommodation, please notify the sponsor at least two weeks in advance for reasonable accommodations to be arranged.

The Appraisal Institute reserves the rights to cancel, limit, or reschedule the program and to change instructor assignments and facility locations at any time.

Questions? Need help enrolling?

This program is made possible through collaboration with Freddie Mac.
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May
19
Fri
2023
7 Hour Nat’l USPAP Update @ Via Zoom
Tickets
May 19 @ 8:15 am – 3:30 pm
  • Check in begins at 8:15 AM
  • Class starts at 8:30 AM
  • Instructor: Brian Flynn, MAI, AI-GRS

An appraiser must successfully complete the 7-hour USPAP Update Course every two years to meet the USPAP CE requirement.

Included in tuition:

  • New 2022-2023 7-Hour USPAP Student Manual
  • New 2022 USPAP Reference Manual

Not included in tuition:

  • 2020-2021 USPAP Book – Is required to attend class

In addition to the 2022 student manual and 2022 USPAP reference manual (download or shipped directly to you from the Appraisal Institute; the option you selected at the time of initial registration), all attendees must also have their own copy of the 2020-2021 USPAP to class.

If you need to purchase a copy from The Appraisal Foundation, go to this link: https://www.appraisalfoundation.org

 

 

When you register, either choose to download the materials or have them shipped directly to you.  Make sure you have downloaded class materials PRIOR to class.  If you order (and ship) printed materials to you, make sure they arrive 1 week prior to class. Contact the national office if there are any issues at least one week before class.

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 the registration portal. 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

NOTE: This course 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.

Questions?

Need help enrolling?  Email:  lisamayweiss@hotmail.com   Call: 856.415.0281

CLICK HERE TO DOWNLOAD A PDF FLYER OF ALL UPCOMING PROGRAMS.

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Jun
1
Thu
2023
PA Appraisal Statutes, Regulations & Board Policies (2 CE Hours) @ Via ZOOM
Tickets
Jun 1 @ 8:30 am – 10:30 am
  • Sign in: 8:15 am
  • Class runs 8:30 to 10:30 am
  • Instructor:  Mark Smeltzer

Course Summary

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.
Topics Include:
  • The powers and duties of the State Board of Certified Real Estate Appraisers
  • Disciplinary and corrective measures, penalties, subpoenas, and injunctive relief
  • Qualifications for certification
  • Continuing education requirements
  • Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice
  • General discussion on current regulations and policies of the PA State Appraiser Board
IMPORTANT!You may want to consider ordering print materials for this seminar, or simply print all materials on your own and bring them to class. Having print copies of the materials will enhance the learning experience for this seminar.

VIRTUAL CLASSROOM VIA ZOOM

Virtual Classroom-Live/Interactive Participation Guidelines: Students must have computer, webcam & microphone capability to participate & 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 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 please download the ZOOM app prior to offering. Please check your webcam privacy settings on your computer. If you have a Lenovo laptop, you must have the Lenovo Vantage App installed on your computer for webcam to work.
Check state approvals before registering to make sure the states you are licensed have approved the course/seminar and allow Virtual education in place of classroom education during the pandemic.
Contact the chapter with questions regarding participation guidelines: lisamayweiss@hotmail.com

Cancellation Policy

$10 cancellation fee up to 7 days prior to offering; no refunds after.

Additional Information

Registration fees do not include printed materials.

When you register, either choose to download the materials or have them shipped directly to you. (Not applicable for the Regs classes.) Make sure you have downloaded class materials PRIOR to class. If you order (and ship) printed materials to you, make sure they arrive 1 week prior to class. Contact the national office if there are any issues at least one week before class. 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 the registration portal. For zoom classes: 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.

Cancellation Fee: $10 cancellation fee up to 7 days prior to class; no refunds after that date.

National Disclaimer

This Educational Program was developed and organized by the Appraisal Institute Chapter offering the Program with the intent of addressing topic(s) of current local interest solely for educational and informational purposes. The Appraisal Institute national organization was not involved in developing or organizing the Program.
The content of this Program, including but not limited to any written materials and presenter comments, does not represent the viewpoint of the Appraisal Institute (defined as including but not limited to, the national organization, its Regions, Chapters, members, candidates, affiliates and staff) unless formally adopted by the national Board of Directors. Further, the Appraisal Institute has not peer-reviewed or approved the content of the Program and does not warrant the accuracy or timeliness of the content of the Program.
The content of the Program is subject to court decisions and local, state and federal laws and regulations and any such revisions of such laws and regulations.
This Program is presented with the understanding that the Appraisal Institute is not engaged in rendering legal, accounting or other professional advice or services. Nothing in the Program is to be construed as the offering of such advice or services. If expert advice or services are required, attendees and readers are responsible for obtaining such advice or services from appropriate professionals.

State Credit

Please note that 100% attendance is required in order to receive any approved state credit or to be awarded AI CE points. It is imperative that you check with your state board for state approval information before completing registration.

Other Information

If you have a disability and require accommodation, please notify the sponsor at least two weeks in advance for reasonable accommodations to be arranged.
The Appraisal Institute reserves the rights to cancel, limit, or reschedule the program and to change instructor assignments and facility locations at any time.

Question?

Contact email lisamayweiss@hotmail.com or call 856.415.0281
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New Jersey Appraiser Law & Regulations (2 CE Hours) @ Via ZOOM
Tickets
Jun 1 @ 11:00 am – 1:00 pm
  • Fox, MAI, Mary
  • Class 11 am-1 pm

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.

  • Provide general information about the law and regulations
  • Provide some information about national licensing
  • Understand how NJ State Appraisal Board works
  • Explore misunderstood areas of Laws and Regulations
  • Discuss commonly found errors and issues (appraisals)
  • Provide references sources and information for licensees

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.

  • the origin and history of the Real Estate Appraisers Act
  • the Board composition
  • scope of practice
  • mixed practice conflicts of interest
  • continuing education requirements and criteria duty to cooperate
  • temporary visiting certificates, trainee and supervisor requirements
  • appraisal reporting and common deficiencies and the complaint process
  • National Licensing stats, NJ testing and complaint stats, information including germane ASB and AQB issues.

VIRTUAL CLASSROOM VIA ZOOM

Virtual Classroom-Live/Interactive Participation Guidelines: Students must have computer, webcam & microphone capability to participate & 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 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 please download the ZOOM app prior to offering. Please check your webcam privacy settings on your computer. If you have a Lenovo laptop, you must have the Lenovo Vantage App installed on your computer for webcam to work.

Check state approvals before registering to make sure the states you are licensed have approved the course/seminar and allow Virtual education in place of classroom education during the pandemic.

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 the registration portal.

National Disclaimer

This Educational Program was developed and organized by the Appraisal Institute Chapter offering the Program with the intent of addressing topic(s) of current local interest solely for educational and informational purposes. The Appraisal Institute national organization was not involved in developing or organizing the Program.

The content of this Program, including but not limited to any written materials and presenter comments, does not represent the viewpoint of the Appraisal Institute (defined as including but not limited to, the national organization, its Regions, Chapters, members, candidates, affiliates and staff) unless formally adopted by the national Board of Directors. Further, the Appraisal Institute has not peer-reviewed or approved the content of the Program and does not warrant the accuracy or timeliness of the content of the Program. The content of the Program is subject to court decisions and local, state and federal laws and regulations and any such revisions of such laws and regulations.

This Program is presented with the understanding that the Appraisal Institute is not engaged in rendering legal, accounting or other professional advice or services. Nothing in the Program is to be construed as the offering of such advice or services. If expert advice or services are required, attendees and readers are responsible for obtaining such advice or services from appropriate professionals.

State Credit

Please note that 100% attendance is required in order to receive any approved state credit or to be awarded AI CE points. It is imperative that you check with your state board for state approval information before completing registration.

Other Information

If you have a disability and require accommodation, please notify the sponsor at least two weeks in advance for reasonable accommodations to be arranged.

The Appraisal Institute reserves the rights to cancel, limit, or reschedule the program and to change instructor assignments and facility locations at any time.

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March – June 2023 Mar – Jun 2023

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