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    Supporting Adjustments and Reporting the Sales Comparison Approach in the New URAR

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    March 27, 2026
    Date
    March 27, 2026
    Time
    12:30PM - 3:30PM (PST)
    Sponsor
    Seattle Chapter
    Location
    Zoom
    Zoom Livestream Broadcast
    Instructor
    Jared L. Preisler, SRA, AI-RRS
    Class Time
    3 hours
    Full Price
    $105.00
    AI Price
    $85.00
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    Course Description

    The new Uniform Residential Appraisal Report (URAR) challenges appraisers to deliver a report in a confident manner to clients with a credible analysis that meets the minimum reporting requirements of the Government-Sponsored Enterprises (GSEs). The new URAR requires that support for adjustments be included directly in the appraisal report, so residential practitioners need to understand the expectations of the GSEs and underwriters around these topics.

    Supporting Adjustments and Reporting the Sales Comparison Approach in the New URAR is a three-hour program that focuses on an effective manner of developing and supporting the sales comparison approach section of the new URAR. Case studies will represent real-world residential appraisal valuation problems and the multiple qualitative and quantitative ways that each of the major adjustments in a residential sales grid can be supported. Since the applicable and appropriate techniques for any specific adjustment usually produce some variation in the indicated contributory value, the art and science of reconciliation will also be emphasized through repeated application. The program will be valuable for residential appraisers to strengthen their proficiency in both the sales comparison approach and in supporting the adjustments used in the sales grid. The program will also be valuable for reviewers of residential reports.
    Who Should Enroll
    This program is intended for residential appraisers and reviewers of residential appraisal reports.
    AI CE Points
    Attend:
    15
    State Approvals
    State QE/CE Course & Exam Course Only Exam Only Delivery Format Start Date Expire Date State Code
    AL CE 3 3 Synchronous 07/10/2025 09/30/2026 C03127
    AR CE 3 3 Synchronous 05/16/2025 05/16/2027 AI125
    AZ CE 3 3 Synchronous 09/12/2025 09/12/2028 93163
    CA CE 3 3 Synchronous 05/21/2025 05/20/2029 25CP754601609
    CO CE 3 3 Synchronous 04/30/2025 04/30/2028 2905
    CT CE 3 3 Synchronous 05/14/2025 05/14/2028 AAL.001413
    DE CE 3 3 Synchronous 09/12/2025 09/12/2028 93163
    FL CE 3 3 Synchronous 10/23/2025 10/22/2027 0010922
    GA CE 3 3 Synchronous 06/02/2025 78692
    IA CE 3 3 Synchronous 05/05/2025 05/05/2027 A518-2340
    IL CE 3 3 Synchronous 05/27/2025 12/31/2026 575.010822
    IN CE 3 3 Synchronous 09/12/2025 09/12/2028 93163
    KS CE 3 3 Synchronous 01/01/2026 12/31/2026 C119-123
    KY CE 3 3 Synchronous 05/23/2025 06/30/2026
    MA CE 3 3 Synchronous 05/09/2025 05/08/2027 00120209
    MD CE 3 3 Synchronous 09/12/2025 09/12/2028 93163
    ME CE 3 3 Synchronous 09/12/2025 09/12/2028 93163
    MI CE 3 3 Synchronous 04/29/2025 04/29/2028 20 - 1300340
    MN CE 3 3 Synchronous 07/28/2025 07/31/2027 1039103
    MS CE 3 3 Synchronous 06/19/2025 06/19/2027 MAB #50681
    MT CE 3 3 Synchronous 05/14/2025 05/14/2028 REA-CEC-REC-19312
    NC CE 3 3 Synchronous 01/01/2026 12/31/2026 4746
    ND CE 3 3 Synchronous 09/12/2025 09/12/2028 93163
    NE CE 3 3 Synchronous 07/16/2025 07/16/2030 2253446.02
    NH CE 3 3 Synchronous 06/13/2025 06/13/2027
    NJ CE 3 3 Synchronous 05/21/2025 05/21/2030 2025-3011
    NV CE 3 3 Synchronous 06/30/2025 12/31/2026 CE.0009927-A, A5930-03
    NY CE 3 3 Synchronous 01/01/2026 12/31/2026 A5930-03
    OH CE 3 3 Synchronous 01/01/2026 12/31/2026 084604505A 25
    OK CE 3 3 Synchronous 07/11/2025 06/06/2028 764
    OR CE 3 3 Synchronous 04/30/2025 04/30/2028 APIN-C-0425-9042
    PA CE 3 3 Synchronous 05/15/2025 05/15/2028
    PR CE 3 3 Synchronous 09/12/2025 09/12/2028 93163
    RI CE 3 3 Synchronous 08/07/2025 08/06/2026 REA.0002394-CE
    SC CE 3 3 Synchronous 05/27/2025 08/31/2026 CE2312
    SD CE 3 3 Synchronous 10/29/2025 10/29/2028 SD90052C
    TN CE 3 3 Synchronous 05/02/2025 07/31/2027 2915
    TX CE 3 3 Synchronous 05/30/2025 05/31/2027 03184-ACE
    UT CE 3 3 Synchronous 06/11/2025 06/30/2027 AC250631
    VA CE 3 3 Synchronous 09/12/2025 09/12/2028 93163
    VT CE 3 3 Synchronous 05/28/2025 05/28/2029 CA-293784
    WI CE 3 3 Synchronous 09/12/2025 09/12/2028 93163
    WV CE 3 3 Synchronous 06/11/2025 05/28/2028
    WY CE 3 3 Synchronous 07/16/2025 07/16/2028 2540
    Course Objectives

    After completing the program, participants will be able to:

    • Illustrate the completion of the sales comparison approach in the URAR.
    • Identify the proper sequence of adjustments and the typical elements of comparison in the sales comparison approach.
    • Explain and demonstrate the comparable selection.
    • List the methods for supporting adjustments and opinions.
    • Understand how to provide a meaningful reconciliation of various accepted methods and techniques to support an adjustment.
    • Apply and explain the comparable weighting.
    Course Details

    Program Overview:

    Program Outline
     
    Part 1: Overview of the Sales Comparison Approach in the New URAR
    • Overview of Data Fields
    • Identifying Comparable Sales
    • Elements of Comparison
    • Methods and Techniques to Support Adjustments
    • Adjustments to Comparables

    Part 2: Case Study 1: Single-Unit Property

    • Market Concessions
    • Market Conditions Adjustment
    • Site Size Adjustment
    • Gross Living Area Adjustment
    • Vehicle Storage Adjustment
    • Solar Photovoltaic (PV) Adjustment
    • Pool Adjustment
    • Value Indications

    Part 3: Case Study 2: Single-Unit Property with Limited Data

    • Energy Efficiency Guidelines and Support
    • Reconciliation of the Methods

    Assignments:

    None.

    Equipment:

    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.

    Reporting Market Analysis and Better Understanding the New URAR 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).

    Prerequisites

    The following program is highly suggested but not required: The Appraiser’s Guide to the New URAR. Students who have not completed this 7-hour course and/or are not familiar with basic methodology may be left behind. 

     

    Course Materials & Recommended Books
    None
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    Event Information

    IMPORTANT: This registration page is exclusively for livestream synchronous attendance. If you prefer to attend in person, use the separate registration link .  Registrants are required to commit to their chosen format and must not switch between in-person and virtual attendance.

    CLASS SCHEDULE

    March 27, 2026, 12:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m. (PST)

    LOCATION

    Zoom Livestream Videoconference

    REQUIRED EQUIPMENT & TECHNOLOGY

    • basic free Zoom Application software (https://zoom.us/pricing)
    • reliable internet connection
    • computer, iPad, or tablet
    • web camera (built into laptop computer or external attachment)
    • audio with speaker and microphone capability (built into your computer, headphone, or earbuds)

    NEW TO ZOOM?

    If you are new to ZOOM or need a little refresher, please take their FREE tutorial "Getting Started with Zoom"

    https://learning.zoom.us/learn/learning-plans/2/getting-started-with-zoom

    PARTICIPATION REQUIREMENTS

    To participate and receive continuing education credit, students must meet the following requirements:

    • Technology: A reliable internet connection, a computer or tablet with a functioning webcam, speakers, and microphone.
    • Webcam: Must be on and VISIBLE at all times. Adjust privacy settings to allow Zoom access. Lenovo laptop users may need the Lenovo Vantage App for webcam functionality.
    • Zoom: No paid Zoom account is needed, but students must sign up for a free basic account at Zoom.us and install the Zoom app before the seminar.
    • Interactive Platform & Experience: The seminar is live and interactive; the instructor and students must be able to see and interact with one another.
    • Environment: Students must participate from a distraction-free location to ensure full attention and engagement.
    • Identity Verification: Email a copy of your driver's license or other photo ID (with private information concealed except for your full name and photo) to the Chapter office after registration and before the seminar begins.

    Registrants will receive a separate email, approximately 24 hours before class, with Zoom login information. Contact the chapter office if you have any questions regarding the participation guidelines, at SeattleChapter@appraisalinstitute.org.

    ATTENDANCE POLICY

    To receive AI and State credit, 100% attendance is required for all Appraisal Institute education programs.

    • attendance will be monitored throughout the day, via webcam and zoom chat roll call
    • students are required to be visible on the virtual platform during the entirety of class time
    • students are required to be in front of the camera with the camera in the on position (100% of the time)
    • instructor may direct questions to each student throughout the class day
    • Important: Please have your photo ID ready at the start of class. To expedite check-in, we will view all attendees’ IDs at the same time and take a screenshot. We recommend covering private information on your ID except your full name and photo.   

    STUDENT SEMINAR MATERIAL:

    Tuition includes a downloadable set of materials. It does not include a shipped printed set of material. You must purchase printed materials separately, during the registration process.  Student material is automatically provided to ALL students via a download option. Please have your computer/reader available with the downloaded material or have a printed copy of the material with you. If you would like to receive a printed copy of the student material, you will have an option during the registration process to order a set. Students requesting printed material will be charged a material fee plus shipping in addition to the tuition. (Note that if you do not receive the material shipment in time for class, please download or print a copy of the material from the Education and Events section of your AI account.)

    How to Download Materials?

    • Sign into your AI Account at www.appraisalinstitute.org with the username and password you used when you registered.
    • Click on “Education and Events” located on the right navigation menu.
    • On the My Events page, find the course under the “Classroom Offerings/Synchronous Offerings/Conferences” heading and click the "View" button.
    • Scroll down to the “Download Course Materials” section and click on each link to download the course materials.