Sep
19
Thu
2019
23rd Annual September Symposium @ Adelphia Restaurant & Conference Center Ballroom
Sep 19 @ 8:00 am – 4:30 pm

Registration and breakfast begin at 8 am; Seminar runs 8:30 – 4:30 (7 CE hrs)

Early Bird Special available!     Register before 8/31 and SAVE $$

[Click here for printable details and registration form.]

 

8:30 – 12:30 pm
Raise Your Appraiser IQ  Presented by Ted Whitmer, MAI, AI-GRS

12:30 – 1:30 pm  Lunch

1:30 – 4:30 pm
State of the Industry Report featuring the WOMEN of the industry!

Presented by
Michele Guest, RE LINC Real Estate Group (residential);
Anne Klein, Newman Knight Frank (office)
Monica Walsh, Vantage Real Estate Services (retail);
Cindy Weiner, The Flynn Company (industrial)

State of the Industry Special Report
Presented by Gerard Velazquez, Cumberland Co. Improvement Authority

 


 

Raise Your Appraiser IQThis is designed for residential & commercial real estate appraisers to provide better tools of analysis & communication of the analysis to comply with USPAP, client and industry standards. This includes discussions on logic, careful thinking, how to distinguish facts, opinions, conclusions & analysis. We’ll discuss logic, careful thinking, how to distinguish facts, opinions, conclusions, and analysis. We’ll also discuss the difference between “proof” & “support” as well as the difference between “correlation” & “causation.” Exercises will help the appraiser better flow and link facts-> analysis -> to determination of correlation and causation -> then to conclusions and opinions. The seminar will highlight “pairing sales” and regression analysis along with alternative support methods. At the conclusion, you’ll be proficient at not only including the required facts and data needed in a report, but also the evidence of analysis & conclusions with support needed to satisfy regulatory & client requirements.

State of the Industry Report:  This gives a practical look at forces driving real estate performance. This includes how you can identify & analyze market forces, use creativity, insight, & market-supported info to determine the impact on property values. Our panel will focus on the Office, Retail, Industrial and Residential Markets.   Then, Mr. Velazquez will speak on real estate development in Cumberland County. This will be a good snapshot to what is going on throughout the area in regards to redevelopment zones throughout the state. He will discuss working on building an arts district, central business district, food technology hub, and redeveloping areas of agriculture & other opportunity zones.

Ted Whitmer, MAI AI-GRS, CRE, CCIM,is an appraiser, attorney, instructor, asset manager and consultant. He holds the MAI and AI-GRS designations from the Appraisal Institute and has taught many courses and seminars for the organization. He is a CRE and CCIM member of the National Association of Realtors, a licensed broker and general certified appraiser. He is also a member of the Real Estate Counseling Group of America. Education includes South Texas College of Law with a degree (J.D.) from the University of Houston Law Center, an M.B.A. (Finance) from Texas A& M University and a B.A. from Stephen F. Austin State University. Mr. Whitmer taught full time at Stephen F. Austin State University in the Finance Department, as an adjunct at Texas A&M University (graduate course in real estate appraisal) and as an adjunct at the University of Houston and San Jacinto Jr. College. Recent lectures were at the Southern California Legal Conference, the State of Texas Bank Examiners, Appraisal Review Board training, the Association of Appraisal Districts, Oil & Gas Tax Symposium and CLE Eminent Domain Conferences in Austin & Houston. He was a founding director and Chairman of the Board of Brazos Valley Bank, NA. Current employment includes representing appraisers in the disciplinary process with the Texas Appraiser Licensing & Certification Board (previously served on the TALCB as vice-chair), lecturing and consulting all related to real estate appraisal. Mr. Whitmer has authored many seminars and the Comprehensive Appraisal Workshop, which is a review for the comprehensive exam for the MAI designation.

Michele Guest is the Broker of Record at RE LINC Real Estate Group, a boutique real estate brokerage in Mullica Hill. She has 18 years of experience in the real estate industry.

Anne Klein is an Executive Managing Director at Newmark Knight Frank. She is a 33-year veteran, and consistent top producer, of the commercial real estate industry. Based in South Jersey, she provides tenants and owners with a wide range of services including workplace strategy, labor pool analysis, state incentive shopping and acquisitions/dispositions. In addition to representing tenants in the U.S. and throughout the world, Ms. Klein has extensive experience representing local and institutional owners to market their properties, increasing the value through successful leasing and sales.

Monica Walsh is an Executive Vice President at Vantage Real Estate Services.  With a career founded in marketing, social networking and customer service, Monica brings her formal education to the foreground. A firm grasp of the commercial real estate industry allows Monica to continually expose details often missed by her contemporaries. She brings a strategic yet personable approach that delivers exceptional outcomes and builds real business advantages for her clients, from acquisition, financing and real estate portfolio management to leasing & investment sales. She builds long-lasting partnerships by providing an unparalleled level of market intelligence while ensuring every interaction offers comprehensive industry insight. Her strengths are in servicing small- to medium-size start-ups, established businesses, national tenants, big box retailers, land developers, non-profits & charitable organizations, with a personal liking to fitness, health, wellness & educational institutions.

Cindy Weiner is a Vice President with the Flynn Company. Since joining The Flynn Company, a full-service real estate company that also manages over 24 million SF in the Delaware Valley, Cindy has maintained a high occupancy rate in most of the projects she has been associated with through marketing and tenant retention. Formerly an Asset Manager with The Linpro Company, Cindy’s 30+ years of expertise has involved the leasing and management of various high-profile projects as well as lease and purchase negotiations between owners, buyers and tenants. Due to Cindy’s experience in both Landlord and Tenant Representation, she can realistically advise clients in all facets of a real estate transaction to get the highest and best value.

Gerard Velazquez is the President/CEO of the Cumberland County Improvement Authority. Under his leadership, the CCIA has become a vital part of the community and is uniquely qualified to serve municipalities and area businesses. As its President/CEO, Mr. Velázquez leads the CCIA’s development and redevelopment initiatives, as well as some aspects of its landfill operations. He also handles day-to-day operations including finances, personnel and all ongoing projects. Mr. Velázquez champions Cumberland County’s overall overall economic development strategy and is currently coordinating more than $100 million in project construction.  In his former position with Triad Associates, he led relocation & acquisition initiatives. As a result of his efforts, more than 750 businesses & residents were successfully relocated to the 75 individual properties the company acquired; all completed without the use of eminent domain. Mr. Velázquez also served as Executive Director of the highly successful Federal Empowerment Zone in Cumberland County. His comprehensive knowledge of community revitalization and redevelopment includes: public/private financing structures; mezzanine financing; community engagement; stakeholder management; financial analysis; project design, coordination and implementation; and identifying and securing funding.

 

Seven CE hours approved by Appraisal Inst.; pending w/NJ, DE & NY Boards of RE Appraisers. Reciprocal CE given in PA & w/the NJ Tax Board (appraisal CEUs). AM session approved by MD for 4 CE hrs. We enforce attendance requirements mandated by regulatory agencies; 100% attendance is mandatory. A $15 admin fee applies to all cancellations; A $40 cancellation/refund fee for all cancellations received within 2 weeks of the event.  No refunds for cancellations received less than 1 week prior to the event. No refunds for no-shows.  If you have a disability & require accommodations, advise w/registration. Confirmation & directions will be emailed a few days prior to class.   

 


This program was developed & organized by SNJAI with the intent of addressing topics of current local interest solely for educational & informational purposes. The Appraisal Institute national organization was not involved in developing or organizing the Program.Content, including but not limited to any written materials and presenter comments, and does not represent the viewpoint of the Appraisal Institute. 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 is subject to court decisions and local, state and federal laws and regulations and any such revisions of such laws and regulations.This 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.

Oct
3
Thu
2019
Solving Land Valuation Puzzles @ NJ Dept. Of Transportation, Training Room A
Oct 3 @ 8:15 am – 4:15 pm

Classroom Hours:  7

Learn how to solve a variety of land valuation and feasibility problems using less commonly used land valuation techniques in this one-day seminar. Interactive case studies and discussion topics cover highest and best use considerations, land residual analysis, contamination, impacts of tax increment financing on feasibility, condemnation, subdivision analysis, unit of comparison selection, and alternatives when inadequate land sales exist. Problem identification, assignment conditions, scope of work decisions, and standards of practice are reviewed in each problem and solutions are discussed. Lively class discussion and interaction will result as problems are explored.

Registration begins @ 8am, class starts @ 8:15am.  Lunch is not included; a cafeteria is on site. All classes instructed by Susanne Curran, MAI, AI-GRS

We enforce attendance requirements mandated by state regulatory agencies; 100% attendance is mandatory. A $25 cancellation fee applies to all orders. No refunds for no-shows; no refunds for cancellations made within 7 days of the event. We reserve the right to cancel/reschedule class.  Directions will be emailed prior to class.

To pay by check, click here for mail-in registration form.

Questions? Email Lisamayweiss@hotmail.com, fax 856.415.1952 or call 856.415.0281

Oct
8
Tue
2019
New Jersey Appraiser Law & Regulations @ Jimmy's American Grill
Oct 8 @ 12:00 pm – 2:00 pm

Instructor: Mary Fox, MAI (2 CE hours) 12 – 2 pm (Registration at 11:45am)

Includes lunch served during class.

Please note your lunch choice when registering: Chopped sirloin of beef, Rigatoni alla vodka, or fish & chips

NJ Appraiser Law, Regulations N.J.S.A. 45:14F-1, et seq. Real Estate Appraisers Act 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
  • Understand how NJ State Appraisal Board works
  • Discuss commonly found errors and issues (appraisals)
  • Provide some information about national licensing
  • Explore misunderstood areas of Laws and Regulations
  • Provide references sources and information for licensees

Register for any class must be done 7 days prior; email lisamayweiss@hotmail.com or call 856-415-0281 for availability after.

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 clearly stated on your confirmation email. Directions to the facility will be emailed.

Nov
14
Thu
2019
Late Fall Dinner Meeting/Seminar: Modern Technologies & the Commercial Appraisal Practice @ Adelphia Restaurant & Conference Center
Nov 14 @ 7:15 pm – 8:15 pm

** Registration begins at 3:30 pm **

4:00 – 6:00 pm         Seminar

6:00 – 6:20 pm         Networking/Open Bar

6:20 – 7:15 pm         Dinner/Chapter Meeting

7:15 pm:  SNJ Chapter of the AI Board of Directors Meeting (All are welcome!)

 

Modern Technologies & the Commercial Appraisal Practice: The goal of this class is to consider some of the dominant modern technologies that are shaping business industries and look at specifically how they are impacting the appraiser in the structure of the commercial appraisal office and in the development and delivery of the commercial appraisal report. Topics:

Show the 3 waves of historic technological developments over the last 50 years. Introduce 5 dominant Modern Technology Trends that are shaping the future. With Each Trend we will consider Big Picture, Commercial Appraisal in General, and how people are approaching the trend.

  1. The Cloud — Big Picture: What is the Cloud; Commercial Appraisal and the Cloud
  2. Cyber-Security – Big Picture: What is Cyber-Security; What are some of the Most Common Threats for Commercial Appraisers
  3. Big Data – Big Picture: What is Big Data; Commercial Appraisal and Big Data
  4. Specialized Software Replacing Spreadsheets – Big Picture: Fortune 500 Companies & Financial Service Firms leaving Excel; Commercial Appraisal and the End of Excel Dominance
  5. Mobility – Business is Mobile; Commercial Appraisal & Mobility

About the Presenter: Dennis M. Dull, MAI:  Dennis’ three decades of professional experience in real estate includes commercial valuation and consulting, sales representation, property management, construction, and most recently commercial appraisal software development. He is honored to be serving on the board of the Kansas City Chapter of the Appraisal Institute as the 2018 President & 2019 Past President. Dennis has also given executive leadership to non-profits on both the local and national level. His education includes a Bachelor’s degree in Finance and Real Estate from the University of Arkansas and a Master’s of Divinity from the Master’s Seminary in Sun Valley, CA.

Registration Fee: $30   

All educational offerings with the SNJ Chapter can be found on the chapter website:  www.ai-snj.org

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


 

Any & all cancellations are subject to an administrative fee.  No credit/refunds for cancellations made on or after November 8th.  No credit/refunds for no-shows.  Confirmations will be emailed. Two hours of continuing education credits are PENDING with NJ Board of Real Estate Appraisers (PA & NJ Div of taxation (appraisal credits) reciprocal credits) and DE Bd of Real Estate Appraisers.  100% seminar/speaker attendance required to receive CE credits, as per State & AQB criteria.

 

This program was developed and organized by SNJAI with the intent of addressing topics of current local interest solely for educational & informational purposes. The Appraisal Institute national organization was not involved in developing or organizing the Program. Content, 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 is subject to court decisions and local, state and federal laws and regulations and any such revisions of such laws and regulations. This 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.

Dec
9
Mon
2019
7-Hour National USPAP Update @ Adelphia Restaurant & Conference Center
Dec 9 @ 8:00 am – 3:30 pm

NOTE: An appraiser must successfully complete the 7-hour USPAP Update Course every two years to meet the USPAP CE requirement. Course price does not include a copy of the current USPAP edition, which is required for course credit (2020-2021 edition).    Attendees must bring their own copy of the current USPAP edition to class.  To purchase a copy, visit The Appraisal Foundation:  www.appraisalfoundation.org.   

 


 

Register for any class must be done 7 days prior; email lisamayweiss@hotmail.com or call 856-415-0281 for availability after.  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 clearly stated on your confirmation email. Directions to the facility will be emailed.  CE certificates will be available for you to download on the Appraisal Institute website within a week after the event, after completing the instructor evaluation.

ALL STUDENTS MUST BRING THEIR COURSE MATERIALS WITH THEM. ADDITIONAL MATERIALS WILL NOT BE AVAILABLE TO THOSE STUDENTS WHO HAVE NOT BROUGHT THEIR MATERIALS WITH THEM. When you register, either choose to download the materials or have them shipped directly to you.

All educational offerings with the SNJ Chapter can be found on the chapter website:  www.ai-snj.org

Registration Fee for USPAP:      $140 member / $155 non-member

(Remember, this fee does not include printed materials, nor does it include the 2020-21 edition of USPAP from the Appraisal Foundation.)

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

Dec
11
Wed
2019
Demographic & Economic Trends Affecting Real Estate Demand @ NJ Dept. Of Transportation, Training Room A
Dec 11 @ 8:15 am – 4:15 pm

YOU MUST REGISTER FOR BOTH SESSIONS OF THE DAY:

 

Demographic & Economic Trends Affecting Real Estate Demand

  • Population: Age Shifts, Education Shifts, Static Suburbs vs. Urban Expansion; Now Gen X and Millennial generations, and their Children, are driving demand. Can real estate deliver anticipated “Experiences”?
  • Income: Salaries vs. Housing and Transportation Affordability; Purchasing Power; Savings Rates, Dual Income No Kids, Dual Income BMTs- Baby Makes Three
  • Housing: New Luxury Supply leaves behind demand sectors, Salaries vs. Affordability, Housing Starts, Housing Costs, Records set in Household Formation and Homeownership Rates, Mortgage Interest Rates Inflate/Deflate Sales, School Districts as a Demand Driver
  • Factors Driving the Recent Re-alignment of New York MSAs and CMSAs according to Commuting Patterns, Housing Costs and Job Growth
  • Regional Edge Cities Break
  • Employment as the “Big Dog”: the primary Demand Driver
  • Trends in Employment Sectors and Major Employers dominated by Gen X/Millennials
  • “Under-Demolished” Real Estate: Office, Retail, Schools, Recreation, Others
  • Current Demand Trends for HBU Analysis of Real Estate Sectors: Residential, Office, Industrial, Retail

The 12/11 program was developed & organized by SNJAI with the intent of addressing topics of current local interest solely for educational & informational purposes. The Appraisal Institute national organization was not involved in developing or organizing the Program. The content does not represent the viewpoint of the Appraisal Institute. 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 seminar is APPROVED for NJ CE credits.

We enforce attendance requirements mandated by state regulatory agencies; 100% attendance is mandatory. A $25 cancellation fee applies to all orders. No refunds for no-shows; no refunds for cancellations made within 7 days of the event. We reserve the right to cancel/reschedule class.  Directions will be emailed prior to class.

To pay by check, click here to download mail-in registration form.

Questions? Email Lisamayweiss@hotmail.com, fax 856.415.1952 or call 856.415.0281

NJ Appraiser Law, Regulations @ NJ Dept. Of Transportation, Training Room A
Dec 11 @ 8:15 am – 4:15 pm

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

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.

 

YOU MUST REGISTER FOR BOTH SESSIONS OF THE DAY:

 

Registration begins @ 8am, class starts @ 8:15am. Lunch is not included; a cafeteria is on site. Classes will be held in Training Room A.

APPROVED FOR NJ CE CREDITS!!!

 

To pay by check, click here to download mail-in registration form.

Questions? Email Lisamayweiss@hotmail.com, fax 856.415.1952 or call 856.415.0281

 

The 12/11 program was developed & organized by SNJAI with the intent of addressing topics of current local interest solely for educational & informational purposes. The Appraisal Institute national organization was not involved in developing or organizing the Program. The content does not represent the viewpoint of the Appraisal Institute. 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 seminar is APPROVED for NJ CE credits.

We enforce attendance requirements mandated by state regulatory agencies; 100% attendance is mandatory. A $25 cancellation fee applies to all orders. No refunds for no-shows; no refunds for cancellations made within 7 days of the event. We reserve the right to cancel/reschedule class.  Directions will be emailed prior to class.

 

Mar
16
Mon
2020
CANCELLED: 7Hr. Nat’l USPAP Update @ SJ Technology Park, Room 247 (upstairs)
Mar 16 @ 8:00 am – 4:00 pm
  • Registration 8am; Class 8:30am
  • Includes morning snack & light lunch
  • Instructor: Frank O’Neill, Jr., SRA

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

Course price does not include a copy of the current USPAP edition, which is required for course credit (2020-2021 edition).  Attendees must bring their own copy of the current USPAP edition to class.  To purchase a copy, visit The Appraisal Foundation:  www.appraisalfoundation.org.

 


 

ALL STUDENTS MUST BRING THEIR COURSE MATERIALS WITH THEM. ADDITIONAL MATERIALS WILL NOT BE AVAILABLE TO THOSE STUDENTS WHO HAVE NOT BROUGHT THEIR MATERIALS WITH THEM. When you register, either choose to download the materials or have them shipped directly to you.

Register for any class must be done 7 days prior; email lisamayweiss@hotmail.com or call 856-415-0281 for availability after.  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 your confirmation email.

Directions to the facility will be emailed.

Click here for the Spring Education Calendar.

Mar
19
Thu
2020
CANCELLED: Business Practices & Ethics (6 CE hrs) @ SJ Technology Park, Room 246 (upstairs)
Mar 19 @ 8:00 am – 4:00 pm
  • Registration 8am; Class 8:30am
  • Includes morning snack & light lunch
  • Instructor: Mary Fox, MAI

Business Practices and Ethics is an important course that provides information about standards and ethics requirements for valuers in general and, more specifically, for valuers who belong to the Appraisal Institute. Through discussion questions and examples, the class compares behavior and actions that illustrate violations of the Code of Professional Ethics, and participants learn how referrals can be made. Participants are also introduced to the Appraisal Institute Guide Notes to the Standards of Professional Practice and use these Guide Notes to resolve everyday appraisal practice problems. At the end of the course, they learn about common errors in appraisal reports and review reports, and they respond to questions about challenges that arise in appraisal practice such as requests for updates and requests to change or add intended users. These are common business practice issues that appraisers encounter in various assignments, including mortgage lending, litigation, and property tax appeal. Other real-life scenarios in the course illustrate less common business practice issues such as an appraiser’s obligation when illegal or criminal behavior is observed.

 


 

ALL STUDENTS MUST BRING THEIR COURSE MATERIALS WITH THEM. ADDITIONAL MATERIALS WILL NOT BE AVAILABLE TO THOSE STUDENTS WHO HAVE NOT BROUGHT THEIR MATERIALS WITH THEM. When you register, either choose to download the materials or have them shipped directly to you.

Register for any class must be done 7 days prior; email lisamayweiss@hotmail.com or call 856-415-0281 for availability after.  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 your confirmation email.

Directions to the facility will be emailed.

Click here for the Spring Education Calendar.

Apr
16
Thu
2020
CANCELLED: Joint Dinner Meeting: Appraisers & Assessors @ Adelphia Restaurant & Conference Center
Apr 16 @ 2:30 pm – 7:45 pm

Expert Testimony: Tips & Techniques for NJ Appraisers and Assessors

Sponsored by the Southern NJ Chapter of the Appraisal Institute

 

Schedule:

Registration begins at 2:30 pm

3:00 – 5:00 PM  Expert Testimony
Presented by Jeff Gradone, Esq. of the Archer Law Firm, Diane Hesley CTA, Camden County Tax Administrator & Linwood Tax Assessor, and Pamela Brodowski, MAI, ASA, CTA, of BRB Valuation & Consulting Services

5:00 – 6:45 PM Networking/ Dinner/Chapter Meeting

6:45– 7:45 PM A View from the Bench: Reviewing Tax Court Issues & Recent Cases
Presented by Judge Joseph M. Andresini, P.J.T.C.

7:45 PM: SNJ Chapter of the AI Board of Directors Meeting (All are welcome!)


Expert Testimony: Tips & Techniques for NJ Appraisers and Assessors: This seminar will provide guidance from an experienced property taxation attorney, an experienced MAI/CTA appraiser who is regularly engaged in Tax Court and County Board of Taxation hearings, and an experienced Tax Assessor who is also a County Tax Administrator. The seminar will focus on when to consider settling a case, when to proceed to Tax Court and when to negotiate a settlement. The other focus of the seminar will target common mistakes made by tax assessors and appraisers when providing expert testimony.

A View from the Bench: Judge Andresini will discuss tax court issues & recent cases from across the state. His insight and experience will be a great benefit to all.

Pamela J. Brodowski, MAI, ASA, CTA, is Principal of BRB Valuation & Consulting Services. She is a Certified General Appraiser in New Jersey and New York with approximately 30 years of professional experience with real estate appraisals. Ms. Brodowski has appeared as an expert witness before numerous New Jersey County Boards of Taxation, the State Tax Court of New Jersey, the Superior Court of New Jersey, and the Supreme Court of New York with major clients ranging from corporations, financial institutions/ law firms/ accounting firms, municipalities/courts, and state agencies/ courts/other jurisdictions.

Jeffrey M. Gradone is a Partner at Archer Law. He concentrates his practice in the areas of local property tax, redevelopment and condemnation. Jeff litigates complex property tax appeals in New Jersey, New York and Pennsylvania. He advises clients regarding property tax issues and liabilities, and pursues property tax exemptions, abatements, and other incentives for real estate development projects. Jeff also handles a variety of complex condemnation matters on behalf of property owners. Jeff has significant experience negotiating and obtaining tax exemptions and abatements for developers under New Jersey’s Long-Term Tax Exemption Law and Five-Year Exemption and Abatement Law. These programs provide for payments in lieu of taxes to help minimize property tax for new development and redevelopment projects, or to locate a project in a distressed or blighted area. Through these programs, Jeff assists clients in securing property tax exemptions, which would be in effect for a set period of time. Those clients have been able to make an annual payment that was much less than what their traditional tax would have been. Jeff’s clients have been able to save in real estate taxes, as well as increase the fair market value of their property. Following law school, Jeff clerked for Judge Harold A. Kuskin of the New Jersey Tax Court, where he worked on seminal cases involving taxation of heavy industrial facilities and issues related to long-term tax abatements.

Diane Hesley, CTA, is currently the Camden County Tax Administrator. She is the Immediate Past President of the Association of Municipal Assessors of New Jersey and is a member of the NJ Chapter of the International Association of Assessing Officers. She is the Part-time Assessor for the City of Linwood in Atlantic County. Diane is also an instructor for Rutgers University teaching property tax administration. She has been in the assessment, reassessment & valuation profession for over 30 years.

Joseph M. Andresini, P.J.T.C. took the oath of office as presiding judge on January 16, 2018. Judge Andresini began his time with the tax court in October 2009. Prior to that, he served as a Municipal Court Judge in the Borough of Haworth. He earned his Jurist Doctorate from Seton Hall School of Law in 1984.

Registration Fee: $40

Click here to register on-line. 

Dinner choices (Mark your preference when enrolling on-line):

  • Grilled Salmon with olive oil & lemon butter sauce
  • Ravioli in vodka blush sauce
  • Chicken Florentine

*** We will collect non-perishable food items to donate to local food banks.***

Bring your donations!!! Thanks for helping our communities!


Questions? Need help enrolling? Paying with a purchase order?

Email: lisamayweiss@hotmail.com  Call 856.415.0281

Any & all cancellations are subject to an administrative fee. No credit/refunds for cancellations made on or after April 9th. No credit/refunds for no-shows. Confirmations will be emailed. Three hours of continuing education credits are PENDING with NJ Board of Real Estate Appraisers (PA & NJ Div of taxation (appraisal credits) reciprocal credits); PENDING for ADMIN credits w/the NJ Div. of Taxation. 100% seminar/speaker attendance required to receive CE credits, as per State & AQB criteria.

This program was developed and organized by SNJAI with the intent of addressing topics of current local interest solely for educational & informational purposes. The Appraisal Institute national organization was not involved in developing or organizing the Program. Content, 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 is subject to court decisions and local, state and federal laws and regulations and any such revisions of such laws and regulations. This 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.