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4 Budget-friendly Landscaping Tips for Homeowners

May 23, 2020 by Appraisal Institute Staff

With more people working from home, now could be the perfect time to start landscaping projects … especially for those who enjoy spending time outside during the summer months.

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Filed Under: landscaping and appraisal, landscaping and property values

6 Reasons to Consider an Appraisal Career

May 14, 2020 by Appraisal Institute Staff

New faces are needed as the real estate valuation profession experiences a decline in appraisers.  As of Dec. 31, 2018, the number of active real estate appraisers in the U.S. stood at 78,015, a decrease of 5% from 2017.

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Filed Under: appraisal careers, valuation careers

Appraisal Institute Designated Members Discuss Mentoring Trainees

May 9, 2020 by Appraisal Institute Staff

The Appraisal Institute is devoted to helping appraisers reach their highest potential and making sure they have all the knowledge needed to work in the valuation profession, according to the latest video from the organization. In the video, Tonia Vailas, MAI, AI-GRS, and Michael V. Tankersley, MAI, SRA, AI-GRS, AI-RRS, share their experiences working with trainees.

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Filed Under: Appraisal Institute volunteer opportunities, valuation careers

Appraisers Can Impact National, Local Legislation

April 21, 2020 by Appraisal Institute Staff

Appraisers who become involved on key valuation concerns and who get to know local legislators can make a big difference on issues important to their profession.

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Filed Under: appraisal legislation

4 Helpful Home Renovation Tips for Property Owners

March 19, 2020 by Appraisal Institute Staff

As the cold weather begins to break, now could be the perfect time to begin home renovations. The Appraisal Institute encourages homeowners to choose their renovations wisely to maximize potential return on investment.

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Filed Under: Home Renovations Tagged With: home improvements, home renovations

New AI Book Explores Residential Appraisal

February 26, 2020 by Appraisal Institute Staff

If you’re looking for a thorough discussion of all aspects of home ownership, value and economics, you’re in luck. The Appraisal Institute’s new book – “Residential Property Appraisal” by Mark R. Ratterman, MAI, SRA – addresses those topics in addition to specialty residential property types and markets.

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Filed Under: Appraisal Institute Body of Knowledge, Residential Appraisal

Appraisal Institute Designations Can Enhance Valuation Careers

February 15, 2020 by Appraisal Institute Staff

In AI’s latest video, three Designated Members share how receiving an AI designation has enhanced their career.

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Filed Under: appraisal careers, Appraisal Institute Designations, Appraisal Institute Education, designations

Appraisal Institute to Pursue Improved Regulatory Climate

February 7, 2020 by Appraisal Institute Staff

The Appraisal Institute’s latest issue of the Valuation magazine discusses key topics that are looming large over the valuation profession, and risks for appraisers who perform assignments in support of federal tax deductions or state tax credits for donated conservation easements.

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Filed Under: appraisal legislation, appraisal regulation

2020 Appraisal Institute President Outlines This Year’s Goals

January 16, 2020 by Appraisal Institute Staff

2020 Appraisal Institute President Jefferson L. Sherman, MAI, AI-GRS, outlines the organization’s priorities for the year in AI’s latest video.

As the global valuation profession’s thought leader, the Appraisal Institute continues to advocate on behalf of appraisers who are facing some of the most pressing issues in the valuation profession today.

This year, the Appraisal Institute will focus on the following priorities:

  • continuing to be highly effective in advocacy on behalf of all appraisers;
  • seeking to increase diversity and inclusion in the organization and throughout the valuation profession; and
  • expanding the Appraisal Institute’s world-renowned body of knowledge.

Watch the video to learn more about what’s in store for the Appraisal Institute in the coming year.

Filed Under: The Appraisal Institute

4 Useful Winterization Tips for Homeowners

November 25, 2019 by Appraisal Institute Staff

With the winter season rapidly approaching, the Appraisal Institute encourages homeowners to winterize their properties now to benefit from a potentially improved quality of life and possibly reduced household costs.

The winter months can bring discomfort to homes. Properly winterizing homes can help avoid mishaps, like frozen pipes and water leaks, and can help homeowners save money on repairs. Knowing which winterization projects to prioritize can help homeowners get started.

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Filed Under: Home Winterization Tips

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