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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

Appraisal Institute Webinars Address Coronavirus Challenges

May 1, 2020 by Appraisal Institute Staff

Is your appraisal business seeking answers to help navigate the coronavirus crisis? Are you a real estate valuation professional who is trying to keep up with the latest information? The Appraisal Institute is here to help by making available three webinars that addressed critical COVID-19 valuation issues in March and April.

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Filed Under: coronavirus appraisals

Appraisal Institute Facebook Live Sessions Tackle COVID-19 Issues

April 28, 2020 by Appraisal Institute Staff

Are you interested in the latest information about virtual inspections and accounting-related coronavirus topics?

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Filed Under: conservation easement appraisals, conservation easements, desktop appraisals, exterior appraisals

Federal Banking Agencies Defer Some Appraisals Due to COVID-19

April 24, 2020 by Appraisal Institute Staff

While this continues to be a challenging time for many of us, I am deeply proud of the Appraisal Institute’s efforts to remain at the forefront of providing timely and relevant information, … and I’m very impressed by the way AI professionals across the country are staying as positive and productive as possible.

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Filed Under: 2020 Appraisal Institute President's Messages

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

Automated Valuation Models Need Greater Reliability: The Appraisal Journal

April 16, 2020 by Appraisal Institute Staff

Since automated valuation model vendors use varying methodologies, valuation professionals should use caution when relying on AVM data, according to an article from the Winter 2020 issue of The Appraisal Journal.

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Filed Under: automated valuation models, AVM

Appraisal Institute Webinar Helps Appraisers Address Coronavirus Challenges

March 27, 2020 by Appraisal Institute Staff

I know it’s a challenging time for many of us, but please know the Appraisal Institute is closely monitoring the coronavirus situation and is looking out for the best interest of its professionals, customers and staff. Learn more below about that and other news from the past month.

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Filed Under: 2020 President's Messages

Why Should Someone Pursue an Appraisal Institute Designation?

March 25, 2020 by Appraisal Institute Staff

The Appraisal Institute’s designations help set valuation professionals apart from the competition, according to the latest video from the Appraisal Institute. In the video, Designated Members Ron DeVries, MAI, SRA, Jean Moss, MAI, and Benjamin Sellers, MAI, share their advice for someone who might be considering pursuing a designation.

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Filed Under: The Appraisal Institute

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

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