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    General Appraiser Market Analysis and Highest & Best Use

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    November 12-15, 2025 Braintree, MA
    Date
    November 12-15, 2025
    Time
    8:00AM - 5:00PM (EST)
    Sponsor
    Massachusetts Rhode Island and Maine Chapter
    Location
    Hyatt Place Boston Braintee
    50 Forbes Road
    Braintree, MA 02184
    Instructor
    Edward V. Bowler, MAI, SRA
    Class Time
    28 hours
    Exam Time
    2 Hours
    Full Price
    $609.00
    AI Price
    $559.00
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    Course Description
    The essential relationships between market analysis, highest and best use, the three approaches to value, and the final value opinion are covered in this AQB-approved course. You'll recognize that market analysis is integral to highest and best use, and that highest and best use is integral to market value. You'll also learn how to produce credible results in appraisal to develop opinions of market value.
    Who Should Enroll
    • Beginning appraisers seeking general real property appraiser certification
    • Experienced appraisers who wish to develop and enhance their market analysis skills
    • Property tax assessors
    • Housing and land use specialists within government agencies
    • Lenders
    • Investors
    • Review appraisers
    AI CE Points
    Attend:
    175
    Attend & Pass Exam:
    225
    Pass Only:
    200
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    AZ CE 30 28 2 Classroom Classroom 01/01/2022 12/03/2027 48964
    AZ QE 30 28 2 Classroom Classroom 01/01/2022 12/03/2027 48964
    CA CE 28 28 Classroom Classroom 06/30/2024 06/29/2028 20CP754601430
    CA QE 30 28 2 Classroom Classroom 06/30/2024 06/29/2028 20CP754601430
    DC CE 28 28 Classroom Classroom 02/29/2024 02/28/2026
    DC QE 30 28 2 Classroom Classroom 02/29/2024 02/28/2026
    DE CE 30 28 2 Classroom Classroom 01/01/2022 12/03/2027 48964
    DE QE 30 28 2 Classroom Classroom 01/01/2022 12/03/2027 48964
    FL CE 20 20 Classroom Classroom 03/15/2024 03/14/2026 0008724
    FL QE 30 28 2 Classroom Classroom 03/15/2024 03/14/2026 0008725
    GA CE 28 28 Classroom Classroom 11/03/2009 59438
    GA QE 30 28 2 Classroom Classroom 11/03/2009 59437
    IL CE 28 28 Classroom Classroom 01/01/2023 12/31/2024 575.001497
    IL QE 30 28 2 Classroom Classroom 01/01/2023 12/31/2024 573.000538
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    KS QE 30 28 2 Classroom Classroom 01/01/2024 12/31/2024 311.P24.R
    KY CE 30 28 2 Classroom Classroom 07/01/2024 05/30/2025
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    MA QE 30 28 2 Classroom Classroom 10/11/2024 12/03/2027 10051163
    MD CE 30 28 2 Classroom Classroom 01/01/2022 12/03/2027 48964
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    ME CE 30 28 2 Classroom Classroom 01/01/2022 12/03/2027 48964
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    MI CE 28 28 Classroom Classroom 09/14/2022 09/14/2025 20-938659
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    MS CE 28 28 Classroom Classroom 04/26/2023 04/25/2025 MAB #49647
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    WY QE 30 28 2 Classroom Classroom 12/22/2021 12/22/2024
    Course Objectives
    • Identify the relationship between appraisal and market analysis.
    • Identify the purposes for and steps in analyzing the highest and best use of a site as though vacant and of a property as improved.
    • Differentiate between inferred and fundamental methods of market analysis.
    • Identify differences between market analysis Levels A, B, C, and D and identify the guidelines for determining the level of market analysis for an assignment.
    • Recognize and apply the six basic steps in conducting a site-specific marketability analysis for a valuation assignment.
    Course Details

    Program Overview:
    Table of Contents and Overview
    Course Schedule

    Assignments:

    Yes. After you register for this class, please go to your Education and Events page for details on what you must complete BEFORE class begins.

    To access your Education and Events page, log 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 select “My AI Account” from the drop-down menu).

    Equipment:

    Additional Information:

    Course Materials Include:

    • Course Handbook (606 pp.)
    • Self Study Booklet (43 pp.)
    • Solutions Booklet (198 pp.)
    • Pre-Class Memo (1 p.)
    • Download (18 pp.)

    You will be asked to clear the calculator’s memory before and after the examination. Only one calculator is permitted in the testing room. Examinees taking most AI exams may bring their own calculator to use during the exam. Laptops, cellular phones, tablets, iPads, wearable technology (smart watch, Apple Watch, Google Glass, etc.), and other devices that can store data or connect to the Internet are NOT permitted during the exam. In addition, all watches, wallets, bags, and purses must be removed and stored out of reach prior to taking the exam.

    Requirements:
    None specified

    Prerequisites
    Course Materials & Recommended Books
    • The Appraisal of Real Estate, 15 th ed.
    • Market Analysis for Real Estate, 2 nd ed.
    • The Dictionary of Real Estate Appraisal, 7 th ed.
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    Today thru 10/29/2025
    $609.00 $559.00
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    10/30/2025 thru 11/13/2025
    $669.00 $609.00
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    Event Information

    Course Location/Schedule:

    Hyatt Place, 50 Forbes Road, Braintree, MA

    Check-in: 8:00 am on November 12, 2025

    Classroom Hours: 8:30 am - 5:00 pm unless other stated by the instructor

    Course Attendance: One hundred percent (100%) attendance is required for all Appraisal Institute education programs. Credit and a course completion certificate can only be issued by attending 100% of the course. Please plan accordingly and be on time as late arrival or leaving early could jeopardize your receiving a certificate of attendance.

    Course Materials/Breaks: A downloaded copy of materials is included in tuition.

    Overnight Accommodations: We now have a discounted rate for students attending AI programs who wish to book overnight accommodations. Contact the Chapter office for details.