- Date
- June 18, 2026
- Time
- 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm (PST)
- Sponsor
- Appraisal Institute
- Location
- Appraisal Institute - Synchronous (Live Online)
- Instructor
- Sean A. Sargeant, MAI, SRA
- Class Time
- 3.0
- Full Price
- $110.00
- AI Price
- $100.00
Course Description
Analyzing Defects, Damages, and Deficiencies in the New URAR is a three-hour program that provides a comprehensive review of the defects, damages, and deficiencies sections of the new URAR. Participants will gain a thorough understanding of how to identify, analyze, and document various property issues that can impact the value and marketability of residential properties. The program covers the definitions and distinctions between damages, defects, and deficiencies, along with practical techniques for analyzing these issues. Additionally, learners will explore the implications of these property conditions on appraisal assignments, including legal and ethical considerations. By the end of the program, participants will be equipped with the knowledge and skills necessary to accurately report and address property damages, defects, and deficiencies in accordance with industry standards.
Who Should Enroll
This course is for residential appraisers who want to build their skill set at identifying and reporting defects, damages, and deficiencies as they pertain to the new UAD 3.6 form.
This course is also valuable for commercial appraisers who perform construction defect or diminution in value assignments of residential properties.
AI CE Points
State Approvals
| State | QE/CE | Course & Exam | Course Only | Exam Only | Delivery Format | Start Date | Expire Date | State Code |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AL | CE | 3 | 3 | Synchronous | 11/06/2025 | 09/30/2026 | C03211 | |
| AR | CE | 3 | 3 | Synchronous | 09/19/2025 | 09/19/2027 | AI132 | |
| AZ | CE | 3 | 3 | Synchronous | 01/29/2026 | 01/29/2029 | 93182 | |
| CA | CE | 3 | 3 | Synchronous | 12/11/2025 | 12/10/2029 | 25CP754601636 | |
| CO | CE | 3 | 3 | Synchronous | 10/23/2025 | 01/29/2029 | 3005, 3074 | |
| CT | CE | 3 | 3 | Synchronous | 10/08/2025 | 10/08/2028 | AAL.001473 | |
| DE | CE | 3 | 3 | Synchronous | 01/29/2026 | 01/29/2029 | 93182 | |
| FL | CE | 3 | 3 | Synchronous | 10/23/2025 | 10/22/2027 | 0010966 | |
| GA | CE | 3 | 3 | Synchronous | 09/23/2025 | 01/29/2029 | 79193 | |
| IA | CE | 3 | 3 | Synchronous | 09/12/2025 | 09/12/2028 | A518-2355 | |
| IL | CE | 3 | 3 | Synchronous | 09/10/2025 | 12/31/2026 | 575.010850 | |
| IN | CE | 3 | 3 | Synchronous | 01/29/2026 | 01/29/2029 | 93182 | |
| KS | CE | 3 | 3 | Synchronous | 03/19/2026 | 12/31/2026 | C119-137 | |
| KY | CE | 3 | 3 | Synchronous | 11/13/2025 | 06/30/2027 | ||
| LA | CE | 3 | 3 | Synchronous | 09/23/2025 | 05/22/2028 | 0411 | |
| MA | CE | 3 | 3 | Synchronous | 11/13/2025 | 11/13/2027 | 00120240 | |
| MD | CE | 3 | 3 | Synchronous | 01/29/2026 | 01/29/2029 | 93182 | |
| ME | CE | 3 | 3 | Synchronous | 01/29/2026 | 01/29/2029 | 93182 | |
| MI | CE | 3 | 3 | Synchronous | 10/09/2025 | 10/09/2028 | 20-1334765 | |
| MN | CE | 3 | 3 | Synchronous | 10/14/2025 | 10/31/2027 | 1039595 | |
| MO | CE | 3 | 3 | Synchronous | 11/19/2025 | 06/30/2026 | 0000000152 | |
| MS | CE | 3 | 3 | Synchronous | 09/25/2025 | 09/25/2027 | MAB #50725 | |
| MT | CE | 3 | 3 | Synchronous | 04/23/2026 | 01/29/2029 | ||
| NC | CE | 3 | 3 | Synchronous | 01/01/2026 | 12/31/2026 | 4790 | |
| ND | CE | 3 | 3 | Synchronous | 01/29/2026 | 01/29/2029 | 93182 | |
| NE | CE | 3 | 3 | Synchronous | 03/09/2026 | 03/09/2031 | 2263413.02 | |
| NJ | CE | 3 | 3 | Synchronous | 09/17/2025 | 09/17/2030 | 2025-3048 | |
| NM | CE | 3 | 3 | Synchronous | 03/05/2026 | 01/29/2029 | 4661 | |
| NV | CE | 3 | 3 | Synchronous | 10/06/2025 | 10/31/2026 | CE.0009958-A | |
| NY | CE | 3 | 3 | Synchronous | 02/01/2026 | 12/31/2026 | A6038-03 | |
| OH | CE | 3 | 3 | Synchronous | 01/01/2026 | 12/31/2026 | 084604709A 25 | |
| OK | CE | 3 | 3 | Synchronous | 12/05/2025 | 12/05/2028 | 750 | |
| OR | CE | 3 | 3 | Synchronous | 08/14/2025 | 08/14/2028 | APIN-C-0825-9078 | |
| PA | CE | 3 | 3 | Synchronous | 11/25/2025 | 11/25/2028 | ||
| PR | CE | 3 | 3 | Synchronous | 01/29/2026 | 01/29/2029 | 93182 | |
| RI | CE | 3 | 3 | Synchronous | 02/12/2026 | 01/29/2029 | REA.0201772.CE | |
| SC | CE | 3 | 3 | Synchronous | 10/10/2025 | 08/31/2026 | 20-1334765 | |
| SD | CE | 3 | 3 | Synchronous | 10/30/2025 | 10/30/2028 | SD90131C | |
| TN | CE | 3 | 3 | Synchronous | 09/01/2025 | 09/30/2027 | 2956 | |
| TX | CE | 3 | 3 | Synchronous | 11/18/2025 | 11/30/2027 | 03193-ACE | |
| UT | CE | 3 | 3 | Synchronous | 04/28/2026 | 04/30/2028 | AC260424 | |
| VA | CE | 3 | 3 | Synchronous | 01/29/2026 | 01/29/2029 | 93182 | |
| VT | CE | 3 | 3 | Synchronous | 09/05/2025 | 09/05/2029 | CA-322768 | |
| WA | CE | 3 | 3 | Synchronous | 11/19/2025 | 11/19/2028 | A25033501 | |
| WI | CE | 3 | 3 | Synchronous | 01/29/2026 | 01/29/2029 | 93182 | |
| WV | CE | 3 | 3 | Synchronous | 01/09/2026 | 01/09/2029 |
Course Objectives
- Understand how USPAP and GSE requirements relate to reporting and analyzing defects, damages, and deficiencies (3Ds).
- Review the new URAR certifications related to the 3Ds.
- Understand how and where to input the 3Ds in the new URAR.
- Understand how the new URAR dynamically changes in response to the 3Ds.
- Effectively report and analyze defects in the new URAR.
- Effectively report and analyze damages in the new URAR.
- Effectively report and analyze deficiencies in the new URAR.
- Reconcile an opinion of repair cost.
- Gain awareness of legal and ethical scenarios.
- Effectively report and analyze the 3Ds in terms of functional obsolescence and real property rights.
Course Details
Program Overview:
- USPAP and Certifications
- Safe, Sound, and Secure
- Definition of Significant, C5 and C6, Completion Inspections
- Case Study 1
- Defects/Case Study 2
- Damages/Case Study 3
- Deficiencies/Case Study 4
- Sources of Repair Cost Information
- Case Study 5
- Defect, Damage, or Deficiency?
- Functional Obsolescence/Case Study 6
- Rights in Real Property/Case Study 7
- Conclusion, Final Remarks, and Class Q&A
- Case Study 8: Detrimental Easement/Extraction Analysis
- Other Rights in Real Property/Life Estate
- Case Study 9: Overly Restrictive Covenants, Conditions, and Restrictions
- Sample Derivation of Entrepreneurial Incentive
- NEW--Disaster Mitigation Section of URAR
- NEW--Accessibility Features Section of URAR
Assignments:
None
Requirements:
Important Preclass Download Assignment: For the best learning experience, it is imperative that you download the materials prior to class and come prepared to take notes. You can either print the handbook or bring a laptop with materials saved where they are ready to be accessed.
Prerequisites
Participants are encouraged to have taken the seven-hour Appraiser's Guide to the New URAR course before this course.
Course Materials & Recommended Books
Important Preclass Download Assignment: For the best learning experience, it is imperative that you download the materials prior to class and come prepared to take notes. You can either print the handbook or bring a laptop with materials saved where they are ready to be accessed.
This class is fast-paced, and class time will not be spent waiting for students who did not download materials prior to class.
The electronic files may be obtained by logging on to the Appraisal Institute website at https://ai.appraisalinstitute.org/eweb (click on the three horizontal lines to the left of the AI logo and selecting “My AI Account” from the drop-down menu).
Pricing Options
| Rate | Full Price | AI Price |
|---|---|---|
| Standard
Today thru 06/18/2026 |
$110.00 | $100.00 |
Additional Course Offerings
| Sponsor | Date | Location | Format | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Appraisal Institute | June 18, 2026 | Santa Ana, California | Classroom | View Details | Register |
Event Information
Location:
This course will be held via live interactive classroom technology. See below important participation requirements.
State Credit:
A course may NOT be approved in every state for every delivery format. For example, some states do NOT allow any virtual education. When registering for any Appraisal Institute course, all participants will be required to check state approvals based on delivery format. For more information, see our state approvals page.
Participation Requirements:
AI National Synchronous students are required to have a computer, webcam, and microphone capability to participate and receive continuing or qualifying education credit where approved. It is the student’s responsibility to have the required equipment to participate and receive credit. Visit the System Requirements for Attendees and Share Webcam pages for help.
All students are required to always keep their webcam on with their entire face fully visible while class is in session. Attendance will be monitored throughout the day through webcams and polling. A photo ID must be uploaded to the offering page prior to the start date of the offering. Please refer to the Appraisal Institute Synchronous Resources for instructions on how to upload your ID. Any issues with the upload, please contact customerservice@appraisalinstitute.org or call (888) 756-4624.
The instructor must be able to interact with all students. Instructors and administrators will direct questions to each student in the morning and afternoon to which students must respond. Students must be in a location that allows for their full attention and interaction at all times. For questions regarding these classroom participation requirements, contact the Appraisal Institute at customerservice@appraisalinstitute.org or call (888) 756-4624.
Note: Work devices with strong VPNs or firewalls have trouble connecting to GTT systems. It is recommended to use your personal device or to reach out to your organization’s IT department for assistance prior to the first session.