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    Appraisal Education Designed for You

    Whether you’re an appraisal trainee or a seasoned professional, we have practical courses for every career stage.

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    Leadership Development and Advisory Council Conference

    The Leadership Development and Advisory Council (LDAC) is a group of dedicated appraisers who come together once a year in Washington, D.C., to formulate solutions to challenges faced by the appraisal profession.

    LDAC Conference fosters creative thought from talented real estate appraisal professionals and generates future leaders of the Appraisal Institute. LDAC also establishes an appraiser presence in Congress demonstrating that the Appraisal Institute recognizes the importance of active involvement in the political process.

    May 20-22 | Washington, DC
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    Nomination Update, SEC REIT Reporting, Rent Control Webinar + Advocacy Win

    Nomination Update, SEC REIT Reporting, Rent Control Webinar + Advocacy Win
    May 19, 2026
    Plus: AI member benefit savings, top real estate reads, and upcoming education opportunities.
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    Clearing the Air, Continued: What the AMC Defense Leaves Out

    Clearing the Air, Continued: What the AMC Defense Leaves Out
    May 11, 2026
    The AMC conversation continues. This blog features Designated Member Woody Fincham, SRA, responding to a recent AI blog on professionally led AMCs, offering another perspective.
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    The New URAR Rollout Has Begun: Are You Ready?

    The New URAR Rollout Has Begun: Are You Ready?
    May 18, 2026
    The redesigned URAR transition is approaching quickly. This new AI blog explores what UAD 3.6 changes for residential appraisers, why the shift is happening, and how practitioners can begin preparing now before the November deadline.
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    National Nominating Committee Nominates Dale C. Cooper, MAI, SRA, AI-GRS, AI-RRS as 2027 AI Vice President

    National Nominating Committee Nominates Dale C. Cooper, MAI, SRA, AI-GRS, AI-RRS as 2027 AI Vice President
    May 15, 2026

    Dale C. Cooper, MAI, SRA, AI-GRS, AI-RRS, was nominated for 2027 Appraisal Institute Vice President by the AI National Nominating Committee at its May 13 meeting in Chicago.

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    Self Storage Shifts, UAD 3.6 Timeline + Member Benefits

    Self Storage Shifts, UAD 3.6 Timeline + Member Benefits
    May 12, 2026
    Market moves in self storage, a rent-control webinar invite, UAD 3.6 transition details, and this week’s member perks.
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    Important Security Notice: Instructure (Canvas) Customer Cybersecurity Incident

    Important Security Notice: Instructure (Canvas) Customer Cybersecurity Incident
    May 7, 2026

    Instructure (Canvas), our learning management system (LMS) provider, recently notified us of a customer cybersecurity incident. 

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    Appraisals in 2026: Waivers, Capacity Signals + May Webinars and LDAC Deadline

    Appraisals in 2026: Waivers, Capacity Signals + May Webinars and LDAC Deadline
    May 5, 2026
    What the latest waiver data means for volume, plus Crexi Intelligence (May 7), LDAC (register by May 8), and Rent Control in Transition (May 21).
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    President's Message

    President's Message
    May 4, 2026
    A message from AI President Michael J. Acquaro-Mignogna, MAI, SRA, AI-GRS.
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    Clearing the Air on “Hidden Fees” and the “Middleman” Myth: Why Professionally Led AMCs Matter

    Clearing the Air on “Hidden Fees” and the “Middleman” Myth: Why Professionally Led AMCs Matter
    May 4, 2026
    Learn what appraisal management companies do and why professionally led AMCs matter to appraiser relations, appraisal independence, and quality control in modern lending.
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    2nd Quarter Board of Directors Meeting Recap

    2nd Quarter Board of Directors Meeting Recap
    Apr 28, 2026

    Recap: Post Appraisal Institute 2Q Board Meeting

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    SRA Designated Member Advantage

    Trusted. Tested. Respected

    When it comes to residential real estate valuation, experience matters. That’s why clients across lending, legal, and government sectors turn to SRA-designated appraisers—recognized nationwide for their advanced education, proven expertise, and commitment to the highest standards of professional practice.

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    We provide answers to your questions that meet you at the level of detail you require.
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    What is an Appraiser?

    A real estate appraiser provides an unbiased estimate of a property’s value. Learn what appraisers look for when completing appraisals, and other services they provide.

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    Become an Appraiser

    Ready to become a commercial or residential appraiser? We’ve outlined the four levels of appraisal licensing, including education, exam and experience requirements.

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    Find Your Local Chapter

    Take advantage of resources, education, events and networking AI Chapters offer--right in your own backyard. Our local Chapters provide a great oppotunites for you to get involved and give back to your local community.

     

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    Appraisal Experience on Your Schedule

    Through Practical Applications of Real Estate Appraisal (PAREA), AI’s new flexible and innovative program, gain appraisal knowledge and experience on your own time, from wherever you are, to achieve the licensed residential (LR) appraisal credential. We’ll automatically assign you a nationally recognized mentor sharing real-world experience to help you succeed.
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    Appraiser Development Initiative

    The Appraiser Development Initiative™ (ADI) is designed to attract new entrants to the real estate appraisal field. Since 2018, ADI has been a driving force in educating and developing new real estate appraisers by providing scholarships, mentorship, and resources.

    Learn More About the Development Initiative