Mar
28
Tue
2023
Joint Seminar/Meeting & Tri-State Industry Update @ Bonesaw Brewing Company, Lager Loft
Mar 28 @ 4:00 pm – 7:00 pm
  • Check in begins at 3:45 pm
  • 4:00 pm – 6:00 pmTri-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.

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
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 printable PDF of the latest educational offerings.

Apr
27
Thu
2023
Joint Seminar/Meeting: Appraisers & Assessors (2 CE Credits) @ via Zoom
Apr 27 @ 3:00 pm – 5:00 pm

2023 Updates, Changes for Southern NJ Appraisers and Assessors

Sponsored by the Southern NJ Chapter of the Appraisal Institute

It’s not a traditional dinner meeting, but it’s from the comforts of your desk! Join us for some good home-grown CE, followed by a chapter meeting & discussion with old friends. BYOB: Bring your own buffet 😉

  • Log in begins at 2:30 pm
  • 3:00 – 5:00 pm 
    • NJ Updates, ChangesJohn McCann, President, NJ Real Estate Appraisal Board and Richard Carabelli, MAI, President of the Mercer County Board of Taxation
    • Tax Court Updates, ChangesJudge Mala Sundar, P.J.T.C.

NJ Updates, Changes: Mr. McCann will speak on current discrimination in appraising issues, as seen by the Board. He will also discuss trends among licensed appraisers in the state and the most common areas of appraiser complaints. Mr. Carabelli will deliver a status report on Daniel’s Law.

Tax Court Updates, Changes:  Judge Sundar will discuss tax court issues & recent cases from across the state.  Her insight and experience will be a great benefit to all.

About the Presenters

Richard Carabelli is President of Martin Appraisal Associates, which has been in business for over 60 years. He is the President of the Mercer County Board of Taxation, where he has served as a member for over 30 years. The municipal assessor in Franklin Township (Mercer County), Mr. Carabelli also serves on the Tax Court committee to the NJ Supreme Court.

John McCann is the President of the NJ State Appraisal Board. He is also is the owner of both John A. McCann and Associates Real Estate Appraisers, and C.A. McCann & Sons, Inc. Realtors. John has extensive experience and knowledge of the real estate industry through commercial/residential appraisals, real estate sales and rentals, along with a full-service property management company. As a past president of the Cape May County Association of Realtors and Realtor of the Year, John has a very clear understanding of the ins and outs of the MLS system. He is a member of the Cape May County Tax Board. After graduating LaSalle College in 1984, John went on to become the Captain of the Wildwood Beach Patrol.

Mala Sundar, P.J.T.C. was appointed to the Tax Court by Gov. Chris Christie and took her oath on July 27, 2009. She was reappointed in June 2016 by Christie. She became the presiding judge of the Tax Court on January 16, 2021. Prior to her judicial appointment, she had joined the NJ Division of Law as a deputy attorney general, representing state/governmental agencies on all taxation related issues. She completed her career there as section chief for transportation. She earned her law degree from Rutgers Law School in Camden.

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; 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.

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


Any & all cancellations are subject to an administrative fee. No credit/refunds for cancellations made on or after April 21st.  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); 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.

CLICK HERE to download a printable PDF of the latest educational offerings.

May
19
Fri
2023
7 Hour Nat’l USPAP Update @ Via Zoom
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 printable PDF of the latest educational offerings.

Jun
1
Thu
2023
PA Appraisal Statutes, Regulations & Board Policies (2 CE Hours) @ Via ZOOM
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
New Jersey Appraiser Law & Regulations (2 CE Hours) @ Via ZOOM
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.

Sep
13
Wed
2023
Attacking & Defending an Appraisal in Litigation (Seminar At the Shore – Day 1) @ Golden Nugget, Biscayne Room.
Sep 13 @ 8:30 am – 4:30 pm
  • Presenter: Ted Whitmer, MAI, AI-GRS
  • 7 CE Hours
  • Seminar check-in each day begins at 8am.
  • The seminars are from 8:30am – 4:30 pm, with a one-hour lunch.  
  • Includes continental breakfast, lunch, and afternoon snack.  
  • Self Parking is free.  

The seminar provides a framework and considerations for attacking and defending an appraisal in litigation. Common mistakes made in appraising and testifying concerning an appraisal are stressed. Various standards and ethical rules that are frequently misapplied or misunderstood are highlighted and explained. In addition, common tricks and how to prepare for tricks on cross-examination are identified, as well as answering hypothetical questions at trial. A case study will be used to apply the Attacking & Defending Model.

About the Presenter: Ted Whitmer, MAI AI-GRS CRE CCIM AQB is a Certified USPAP Instructor, served on the TALCB, and was vice chairman of the Board. Ted is a Certified General Appraiser, licensed as a lawyer with the State of Texas and as a Real Estate Broker. He passed the Texas bar in 1988. Previous experience includes teaching every required course in the Appraisal Institute towards the MAI designation, authoring and teaching the Comprehensive Appraisal Workshop as a review for the comprehensive examination for the MAI designation and previously teaching Standards & Ethics, including USPAP. In addition, Ted has authored and instructed many seminars for continuing education including Attacking & Defending an Appraisal in Litigation, which is given to appraisers, lawyers and government employees associated with Boards and other state and federal agencies. In addition to teaching, Ted has extensive experience in consulting including advising in cases with appraiser board enforcement, criminal fraud and civil liability issues. Past experience in consulting, teaching, serving on the TALCB, and having extensive knowledge of appraisal issues, theory and USPAP make Ted uniquely qualified to represent appraisers.

FLASH SALE Through August 4th!

Register through this week and save $25 on EACH session! (You must register separately for both days.) No promo code needed; the price will automatically go up to the regular rate on 8/5, so don’t wait! 🙂

CLICK HERE FOR  PRINTABLE PDF OF UPCOMING EDUCATIONAL OFFERINGS

Hotel Accommodations

Rooms are $75/night + fees. All guests may make their reservations by calling the Reservations Department directly 1.800.777.8477 and selecting option 2 to be connected with a reservation agent. In order to obtain the special group rate, you need to identify yourself as being with group code: ASJN23.

We are pleased to announce that we have received the following sponsorships:

Marven Gardens sponsor:

Marven Gardens sponsor:

Atlantic Avenue sponsor:

Ventnor Avenue afternoon break sponsor:  

Reading Railroad breakfast sponsor:


Additional Information

Disclaimer Information
CE approved in NJ (reciprocal credits with PA and NJ tax Board) and pending in DE, MD, and NY.

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.
Sep
14
Thu
2023
Critical Thinking and Junk Science (Seminar At the Shore – Day 2) @ Golden Nugget, Biscayne Room
Sep 14 @ 8:30 am – 4:30 pm
  • Presenters: Randall Bell, PhD, MAI, and Michael Tachovsky, PhD
  • 7 CE Hours
  • Seminar check-in each day begins at 8am.
  • The seminars are from 8:30am – 4:30 pm, with a one-hour lunch.  
  • Includes continental breakfast, lunch, and afternoon snack.  
  • Self Parking is free.  

The goal of the valuation process is to deliver well-researched and supportable conclusions. The Critical Thinking & Junk Science course includes both principles and case studies for the appraisal professional. The three approaches to value (cost, income and sales comparison), coupled with complex issues set forth in USPAP AO-9 (cost, use and risk effects) established a solid valuation framework.

Critical Thinking and Junk Science expands an appraiser’s professional skill set by focusing upon five topics within the context of real estate valuation:

  1. Epistemologies. The academic community has long identified research methods to collect and build credible knowledge and are discussed within the context of valuation.
  2. Critical Thinking. Appraisers must employ an objective analysis that allows them to form credible opinions, especially when involving complex or “atypical” properties.2
  3. Logical Fallacies. Appraisers should avoid invalid or faulty reasoning and comply with USPAP, and established methodologies primarily set forth by the Appraisal Institute.
  4. Cognitive Bias. Appraisers should avoid any systematic pattern of deviation from rationality or established standards and ethics of the appraisal profession.
  5. Junk Science. Appraisers must avoid unproven or untested tactics or theories when presenting an opinion of value. These tactics are explored, along with how to rebut them.

Appraisers are licensed professionals, and their opinions should be unbiased and reflect credible value conclusions.3 Valuation judgments must promote transparency, minimize subjective factors, be applied objectively to avoid biased analyses, opinions and conclusions.4

Understanding these complexities helps develop a credible opinion of value. While many of these issues are addressed throughout USPAP, professional literature and coursework, this course focuses on them in a single framework.

About Presenters:

Dr. Randall Bell specializes in real estate damage economics and valuation. This includes environmental, geotechnical, construction defects, natural disasters, eminent domain, and other conditions involving a wide variety of property types. He is experienced in complex valuation and diminution in value studies and damage issues for government, major corporations, oil and utility companies, and property owners. He is licensed in various states and has testified as an expert in multiple courts.    Dr. Bell was the retained expert in the World Trade Center, Flight 93, Bikini Atoll Nuclear Test Site, OJ Simpson, Jon Benet Ramsey, Hurricane Katrina, Hurricane Harvey, Flint Michigan and multiple wildfires.

Dr. Michael Tachovsky specializes in real estate damage valuation and economics; this includes environmental contamination, natural disasters, eminent domain, crime scenes, construction defects, and other conditions involving a wide variety of property types. His professional experience includes complex valuation and diminution-in-value studies; including damage issues for the government, major corporations, oil and utility companies, developers, and property owners. His experience includes speaking engagements and published writing assignments on these topics.

FLASH SALE Through August 4th!

Register through this week and save $25 on EACH session! (You must register separately for both days.) No promo code needed; the price will automatically go up to the regular rate on 8/5, so don’t wait! 🙂

CLICK HERE FOR  PRINTABLE PDF OF UPCOMING EDUCATIONAL OFFERINGS


Hotel Accommodations

Rooms are $75/night + fees. All guests may make their reservations by calling the Reservations Department directly 1.800.777.8477 and selecting option 2 to be connected with a reservation agent. In order to obtain the special group rate, you need to identify yourself as being with group code: ASJN23.

We are pleased to announce that we have received the following sponsorships:

Marven Gardens sponsor:

Marven Gardens sponsor:

Atlantic Avenue sponsor:

Ventnor Avenue afternoon break sponsor:  

Reading Railroad breakfast sponsor:


Additional Information

Disclaimer Information
CE Pending in NJ (reciprocal credits with PA and NJ tax Board) and DE, MD, and NY.

National Disclaimer

This Educational Program was developed by an outside party. The Appraisal Institute Chapter made arrangements for the Third-Party to offer the Program with the intent of addressing topic(s) based on a certain chapter or local need for such topic, solely educational and informational purposes. The Appraisal Institute national organization was not involved in developing or organizing the Program and does not endorse the Program or its content.

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 Appraisal Institute does not publish examination review materials. 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.
Oct
11
Wed
2023
New Jersey Appraiser Law & Regulations (2 CE Hours) @ via ZOOM
Oct 11 @ 8:30 am – 10:30 am
  • Check in begins at 8:15
  • Seminar from 8:30-10:30am  
  • Approved for NJ CE credit (2 CE Hours).      
  • MANDATORY CLASS FOR NJ APPRAISERS ONCE A RENEWAL CYCLE       
  • LAST OFFERING OF THE YEAR
  • Instructor: 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.


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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.

Additional Information

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

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.

Focus on USPAP: Errors, Record Keeping, Review (5 CE Hours) @ via ZOOM
Oct 11 @ 10:30 am – 4:00 pm
  • 10:30 am – 4:00 pm  
  • 5 CE hours, with 30 minute lunch  
  • YOU MUST BE LOGGED IN BY 10:30 TO RECEIVE CE CREDIT 
  • Approved for NJ CE credit. PA will give reciprocal credits.      
  • Instructor: Susanne Curran, MAI, AI-GRS

Spotlight on Common Errors:  We will address problem areas that often are observed in appraisal reports submitted to the Appraisal Institute for admission and ethics screening. You will review most commonly noted reporting errors, review commonly noted methodology errors, review the characteristics of convincing appraisal reports.

Spotlight on Record Keeping:  We will discuss workfiles. A workfile is required by USPAP for all appraisals, appraisal consulting, and appraisal review assignments. In this program you will learn why USPAP requires a workfile for all appraisals and what it must contain. You will also learn when a workfile needs to be created, where it should be kept, and for how long.

Spotlight on Review:  We will focus on USPAP requirements relating to review, with practical guidance on the challenges reviewers face in providing review services. We will address the numerous misconceptions about review and how USPAP’s scope of work concept applies. You will discuss practices that improve efficiency and make sense in the real world, including identifying the subject of review. Participants will also discuss a handy checklist of 13 items that will be important to any reviewer completing an appraisal report; you will also learn the correct terminology to use in a review report.

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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. 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

 

Disclaimer Information

CE is APPROVED with the NJ state board. It was not submitted to any other states.

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.