- Date
- November 18, 2026
- Time
- 1:00PM - 5:00PM (EST)
- Sponsor
- Atlanta Area Chapter
- Location
- Zoom Livestream
Zoom Videoconference
- Instructor
- Andrew Shepard, MAI, AI-GRS
- Full Price
- $125.00
- AI Price
- $100.00
Course Description
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. 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.Leveraging GIS Technology in Daily Appraisal Practice
Key Topics Covered:
Who Should Enroll
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
Pricing Options
| Rate | Full Price | AI Price |
|---|---|---|
| Early-Bird
Today thru 11/14/2026 |
$125.00 | $100.00 |
| Standard
11/15/2026 thru 11/18/2026 |
$150.00 | $125.00 |
Event Information
Schedule: November 18, 2026 (Eastern Time Zone)
12:30 p.m. - 1:00 p.m. - Zoom Login & Roll Call
1:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. - Class Time / Presentations
Location: Zoom Livestream
Technology & Participation Requirements:
- Equipment: Computer or tablet with webcam, mic, speakers
- Reliable internet
- Free Zoom app (no paid account needed)
- Webcam: Must remain on and visible all day
- Environment: Quiet, distraction-free
- ID Verification: Email a photo ID (showing name and photo only) to the Chapter office before the seminar
- Zoom Login Info: Sent via email 24 hours before class (from Suzanne Brockway)
Attendance Policy:
100% attendance required for CE credit
Webcam must be on the entire time
Roll call and engagement monitored via Zoom
ID check & gallery view screenshot will be done at start of class
Registrants will receive a separate email from the Chapter Office approximately 24 hours before class, with Zoom login information. Contact the Chapter Office if you have any questions regarding the participation guidelines, at AtlantaAreaChapter@appraisalinstitute.org.
Continuing Education:
State approval has been applied for. The Appraisal Institute has approved this seminar for 20 AI CE Points. 100% attendance is required for credit.