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General Appraiser Report Writing and Case Studies

FULL   Date: April 22 - 25, 2013   Location: Houston, TX
 
  Course    
Category  General [Gen]  
Attendance Hours  28.0  
Exam Hours  2.0  
Current Price  $ 525.00 AI
$ 575.00 Full
 
  Instructor    
Alan Blankenship, PhD  
    
 
  Location    
Name  Tri Tech Surveying Office  
Address  10401 Westoffice Drive  
City  Houston  
State  TX  
Zip  77042  
 
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  Sponsor / Contact    
Chapter  Houston
Website  www.aihouston.com  
Contact Name  Lori Wilkins  
Email  lori@aihouston.com  
Phone  (713) 668-1757  
 
  Description    
General Appraiser Report Writing & Case Studies provides instruction in effectively communicating a sound analysis of selected parts of a valuation. The course addresses USPAP requirements and the three types of writing most often used in appraisal reports: descriptive, numerical, and analytical. Lectures on writing principles, discussions of various sections of the appraisal report, and in-class writing exercises and presentations provide guidance and practice in effective communication of a valuation analysis. Specific assignments include writing a thesis statement, summarizing data, creating effective tables, writing a conclusion, communicating highest and best use, communicating an analysis, writing a letter of transmittal, and writing a reconciliation and opinion of value. During this four-day course, participants will use data provided in case studies as the basis for writing assignments that will help them recognize and produce effective reports. A two-hour multiple-choice examination that focuses on components of good writing concludes the course.

Note. This course can also be used for MAI education requirements. Click here for details.

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  • Table of Contents and Overview [PDF]
  • Course Schedule [PDF]
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      Audience    
    Those seeking general Appraiser Certification and appraisers who want to improve their writing skills
     
      Equipment    
  • Laptops REQUIRED
    • HP12C calculator
  • HP12C calculator user's manual
  • You must be familiar with calculator operation when the course begins. Answers to problems in course material are shown using the HP12C. Do not come to class expecting to be taught how to use a financial calculator.
  • Free Review—Using a Financial Calculator; Symbols and Formulas, Capitalization Selection Tree, and Sample Problems; and Financial Calculator Practice Exercises
  • For additional help with the HP12C calculator, take our online seminar, Using Your HP12C Financial Calculator.
     
      Prerequisites    
    Required:
  • Basic Appraisal Principles
  • Basic Appraisal Procedures
  • National Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice (USPAP) Course, 15-Hour
  • General Market Analysis and Highest & Best Use
  • General Appraiser Site Valuation and Cost Approach
  • General Appraiser Sales Comparison Approach
  • General Appraiser Income Approach/Part 1
  • General Appraiser Income Approach/Part 2

    Students must sign a waiver at the beginning of the course stating that they have the prerequisites. If they do not, they will not hold the Appraisal Institute responsible and will not expect to receive special attention during the course.
     
      For Further Reading    
    •  The Appraisal of Real Estate, 13th ed.  
    •  The Appraisal Writing Handbook  
     
      Disclaimer    
    Cancellation Policy
    • Up To 15 days prior to program start date, $75.00 cancellation fee.
    • 7 - 14 days prior to program start date, $50.00 cancellation fee.
    • Less than 7 days prior to program start date, forfeit of payment.
    		   Transfer Policy
    • Up To 15 days prior to program start date, $75.00 transfer fee.
    • 7 - 14 days prior to program start date, $25.00 transfer fee.
    • Less than 7 days prior to program start date, no transfer allowed.
    		    


    Program materials will be picked up at the site.
     
      Additional Information    
    The course site is located at:
    TRI-TECH Surveying
    10401 Westoffice
    Houston, Texas 77042
    713-668-1757


    Registration starts at 8:00 a.m. and class starts at 8:30 a.m.

    Parking: Enter thru the main gate and drive thru the front parking lot to the opening on the left side of the parking lot and park in the back lot. Enter the building thru the back door underneath the covered porch facing Westpark toll road. Note all other parking spots in the front parking lot are reserved parking for the building.

    Breaks: Coffee, water and snacks will be served throughout the day.

    Hotels:
    Candlewood Suites (closest to the course site)
    4033 W Sam Houston Pkwy S,
    Houston, TX 77042
    (713) 780-7881
    See link below

    La Quinta Inn & Suites Houston - Westchase
    10850 Harwin Dr
    Houston, TX 77072

    Extended Stay America Houston - Westchase
    3200 W Sam Houston Pkwy S
    Houston, TX 77042

    Red Roof Inn Houston - Westchase
    2960 W Sam Houston Pkwy S
    Houston, TX 77042