- Date
- October 7, 2026
- Time
- 9:00AM - 12:00PM (EST)
- Sponsor
- Southern New Jersey Chapter
- Location
- Virtual Classroom (zoom)
Zoom
08080
- Instructor
- Lamar Ellis, III, MAI, SRA
- Full Price
- $90.00
- AI Price
- $75.00
Course Description
Bankers, Builders, and Investors in Construction is a dynamic, case study that examines the residential construction process through the distinct yet interconnected perspectives of financing, execution, and investment.
Built around a comprehensive 11-month residential construction project, this course utilizes actual construction draw sheets, detailed cost breakdowns, and both aerial and ground-level documentation to provide a step-by-step analysis of the construction lifecycle. The Case Study begins from initial budgeting and loan structuring to final completion and disbursement.
Participants will gain practical insight into how construction funds are allocated and controlled, how progress is verified through inspections and draw requests, and how each stage of construction influences overall cost, risk, and value. The course further delivers a detailed, real-time analysis of the construction process, equipping participants with the ability to identify construction components, recognize finished products, and evaluate completion at each stage of development.
Bridging the gap between theory and real-world application, this course equips attendees with the tools to interpret construction budgets and draw schedules, identify potential red flags, and better understand the financial and operational dynamics that shape residential development.
Who Should Enroll
Real estate appraisers, construction loan professionals, builders, investors & other industry participants seeking a deeper, practical understanding of construction finance, project execution, and inspection methodology.
Course Objectives
GOALS OF THE COURSE At the completion of this course, participants will:
• Develop a comprehensive understanding of the construction process from multiple stakeholder perspectives.
• Learn how Cost schedules function in real-world applications.
• Understand how to analyze and interpret construction draw sheets and builders cost breakdowns and how they are related.
• Identify the relationship between the construction progress and cost allocation.
• Gain insight into the risk management considerations of bankers, builders, and investors.
• Apply practical knowledge to improve decision-making in construction-related assignments.
Event Information
Sign in at 8:45am. Seminar runs from 9am - 12 pm.
CE credits pending with NJ (PA reciprocal credits.)
VIRTUAL CLASSROOM VIA ZOOM... Virtual Classroom-Live/Interactive Participation Guidelines: Students must have computer, webcam & microphone capability to participate & receive continuing education credit. The platform will be interactive and live. The instructors must be able to physically see and interact with all students and students must be able see and interact with the instructor. You will receive a separate email from the Chapter Office with log-in/access information. You do not need a paid account from ZOOM to participate. If you are using your Ipad/Iphone/smartphone please download the ZOOM app prior to offering. Please check your webcam privacy settings on your computer. If you have a Lenovo laptop, you must have the Lenovo Vantage App installed on your computer for webcam to work. Contact the chapter with questions regarding participation guidelines: lisamay.weiss@appraisalinstitute.org