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    GIS Mapping & Data Analysis for Appraisers

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    Leveraging GIS Technology in Daily Appraisal Practice

    Join an industry leader to discover how Geographic Information System ("GIS") technology can transform your daily appraisal workflow. This comprehensive session offers practical strategies for integrating geospatial analysis directly into appraisal development and reporting.

    Key Topics Covered:

    • Foundations & Terminology: Gain a clear understanding of core GIS terminology and essential platforms.

    • Data Preparation & Enhancement: Learn techniques for cleaning up data and incorporating insightful new columns to better explain market trends.

    • Sources & Data Creation: Discover reliable sources for GIS data and layers, while learning how to create custom data sets.

    • Imagery Overlays: Overlay unique custom imagery onto GIS platforms to provide enhanced visual context.

    • Geospatial Analysis & Reporting: Apply practical geospatial analysis to elevate valuation accuracy and streamline report preparation.

    Who Should Enroll
    Commercial and Residential Real Estate Appraisers.
    Course Offerings
    Sponsor Date Location Format
    Atlanta Area Chapter November 18, 2026 Synchronous View Details Register
    Course Objectives

    Attendees Will Learn about and Discuss the following:

    1.  GIS Terminology

    2.  Cleaning up spreadsheet data for importation into GIS platforms

    3.  Adding atypical new coumns to help explain your data

    4.  Overview of existing GIS platforms

    5.  Sources of GIS data and layers

    6.  Creating your own GIS data and KML files

    7.  Overlaying imagery onto GIS maps

    8.  Analyzing data geospatially

    9.  Prior jobs / aprraised values mapping

    10. Sales mapping in practice

    Course Materials & Recommended Books