Connecticut
Welcome to the Connecticut Chapter of the Appraisal Institute.
The Connecticut Chapter of the Appraisal Institute (AI) is an excellent gateway for those interested in appraisal education, especially for those located in or near Connecticut. The Appraisal Institute is a leading global professional association for real estate appraisers, and the Connecticut Chapter offers a variety of resources for both aspiring and experienced appraisers.
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We are proud to be a part of the Appraisal Institute. Our chapter professionals are committed to the highest standard of professional appraisal practice and have been tested and trained to the highest levels of educational standards in the business. Confident in our rigorous standards of appraisal practice, we are dedicated to maintaining the highest level of professionalism and quality through a commitment to life-long learning. We encourage you to consider the benefits of the Appraisal Institute if you are looking for an appraiser or an appraisal career.
New Seminar! Fair Value, Market Value, Fair Market Value
Fair Value, Market Value, Fair Market Value was developed because words can have more than one meaning. Even the simple term market value can have a different meaning to a real estate appraiser than it does to a business appraiser, an accountant, or an attorney. Among real estate appraisers, there can be differences of opinion as to the proper basis of a valuation for a property tax assessment, a condemnation action, or a financial report. The laws are not generally written by appraisers, and the various codes and case law can be inconsistent and hard to interpret. The USPAP standards require that an appraiser not only state the type and definition of value, but also “include any comments needed to clearly indicate to the intended users how the definition is being applied.”
The seminar relies heavily on examples and case studies to help you understand the diverse ways terms are used and think through how to address the differences when you confront them in an assignment. This seminar is intended to help you understand different interpretations of key valuation concepts, so that you can effectively report how they have been applied in a particular assignment.
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Explore All Events & EducationThis chapter offers a comprehensive selection of educational programs, from introductory courses to advanced seminars on appraisal topics throughout the year. We provide certification and continuing education courses that meet the requirements for appraiser licensing and professional designations within the market.
With flexible online and in-person options, our programs and educational opportunities cater to various learning preferences and schedules, so you're sure to find something that works for you. See our upcoming courses and lock in your registration so you can advance your appraisal career!
Appraising CT Contaminated Properties:
Valuation Impacts Under the New Release Based System
March 5, 2026
We extend our sincere appreciation to the UConn Center for Real Estate, the presenters, appraisers, and participating UConn students for their contributions to a highly successful event. We value the opportunity to collaborate and look forward to continued partnership in the future.
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Leadership
Jennifer O'Neil
SRA
President
John W. Nitz
MAI
Vice President
Josephine Aberle
MAI
Treasurer
Dennis Chanski
SRA
Secretary
Chapter Board of Directors and Regional Representatives
Eli Pascon, SRAImmediate Past President | Anastasia Friedman, MAIBoard Member | Rachel Gottemier, AI-GRSBoard Member |
Brian Royce, MAIBoard Member | Richard Seman, Jr., SRABoard Member | David Simonetti, SRABoard Member |
Peter Vimini, MAIBoard Member | Josephine Aberle, MAIRegional Representative | John W. Nitz, MAIRegional Representative |
Past Chapter Leadership
Scholarships
The Michael J. Aldieri Memorial Scholarship
This scholarship is available to any Candidate for Designation of the Connecticut Chapter of the Appraisal Institute (CCAI) who is actively pursuing the MAI or SRA membership designation. The purpose of the scholarship is to encourage knowledge, excellence and professionalism in the appraisal industry. The scholarship will award full tuition reimbursement for any required AI course offering in the designation path. The recipient of this scholarship must :ed-based.
More InformationThe Rachel Gioia, MAI Memorial Scholarship
This scholarship is available to any minority and/or woman Candidate for Designation of the Connecticut Chapter of the Appraisal Institute (CCAI) who is active in appraising and needs financial assistance to take Appraisal Institute courses leading to the MAI or SRA membership designation. The purpose of the scholarship is to encourage minorities and women Candidates to pursue knowledge, excellence and professionalism in the appraisal industry.
More InformationThe William Kinnard Memorial Professional Development Scholarship
This scholarship is available to any Appraisal Institute Designated Member of the Connecticut Chapter of the Appraisal Institute who wishes to expand his or her current knowledge base into an area of professional academic specialty or service through an AI “certificate of completion” for any Appraisal Institute Professional Development Program.
More InformationContact Us
Connecticut ChapterAppraisal Institute
P. O. Box 509
Torrington, CT 06790-0509
Jacqueline Beauchaine, Executive Director
(860) 482-9992