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    Beyond the Flames: Appraising in Post-Fire Markets

    Join us for a 3-hour synchronous webinar (via ZOOM)


    The recent Palisades and Eaton Fires in Southern California were eye openers for everyone. The sheer magnitude of the devastation, similar to what was observed in the Paradise and Sonoma Fires in Northern California several years ago, was shocking.  Our esteemed panel will prepare us for what to expect as the fire season heats up in Northern California. They will provide observations from past events and insights from those who have experience. We will also delve into some of the issues from the perspectives of the lending and insurance communities.

    Topics include

    • Fires and the American West
    • Case Studies and Observations
    • Perfect Storm: Disaster Combined with High Costs & High Interest Rates
    • Insurance: Facts and Truths
    • Standards of Care for Appraising After a Disaster
    • Samples and Discussion of Casualty Loss Appraisals
    • Banking Industry: Risk Assessment, Rising Insurance and Market Conditions 


    Presenters include

    Charles Baker, SRA, AI-RRS, AppraisalPros.com, Inc.
    Brittany Marrow, MAI, Senior Director, Deputy Chief Appraiser (Commercial), Fremont Bank
    Michael L. Brunson, SRA, MNAA, MPA, CEO, Validox.RED
    Orell Anderson, MAI, FRICS, ASA, President, Strategic Property Analytics, Inc.
    Mike Belote, Lobbyist, California Advocates, Inc.
    Megan Hitchcock, Customer Service Manager, Agent, State Farm


    Course Offerings
    Sponsor Date Location Format
    Northern California Chapter May 20, 2025 Synchronous View Details Register