General Appraiser Site Valuation and Cost Approach

• Develop a complete cost approach. The step-by-step process of estimating current construction cost is the focus.
• Identify and use data sources and the comparative-unit method of cost calculation.
• Apply the age-life and market extraction methods of estimating depreciation.
• Apply the breakdown method for estimating depreciation, including physical deterioration, functional obsolescence, and external obsolescence.
• Recognize elements of cost approach summation, including reconciliation of depreciation estimates.
• Identify basic site valuation principles and how they relate to the concept of market analysis and the development of a highest and best use conclusion.

Program Overview:

Online Syllabus

Assignments:
No

Equipment:

• A financial calculator is required. The accepted model used in the program is the HP-12C. AI education programs that require a financial calculator are developed with HP-12C keystrokes; using this model is highly recommended.
• You must be familiar with calculator operation when the program begins. Do not enroll expecting to be taught how to use a financial calculator.
• Free Review: Using a Financial Calculator: Formulas, Symbols, Math Review, and Sample Problems; and Financial Calculator Practice Exercises.
• For additional help with the HP-12C calculator, take our online seminar Using Your HP-12C Financial Calculator.
• HP-12C calculator User’s Manual.

Additional Information:

Exam
You will have 90 days from the time that you complete the course to take the proctored, offline exam. Testing center locations in your area can be found by clicking on this link:www.pearsonvue.com/ai.
Exam FAQ

Requirements:

Online Education FAQ

• Basic Appraisal Principles
• Basic Appraisal Procedures
• National Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice (USPAP) Course, 15-Hour

• The Appraisal of Real Estate, 15th ed.
• The Dictionary of Real Estate Appraisal, 7th ed.
• Scope of Work, 3rd ed.