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Keep abreast of the latest news affecting the Appraisal Institute and the valuation profession.

2027 VP candidates + April 23 Board recap + new market insights

Apr 14, 2026

Meet the 2027 AI VP candidates, join the 2Q Board Recap/Q&A, and get a fresh read on residential vs. CRE credit stress, plus a free valuation policy webinar.

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2027 AI VP Candidates Announced

Apr 7, 2026

The Appraisal Institute’s National Nominating Committee (NNC) is scheduled to interview two candidates for 2027 AI Vice President (VP) during its May 13 meeting in Chicago.

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Market shifts, policy signals, and what’s next for appraisers

Apr 7, 2026

Data on appraisal volume, a free Washington-focused webinar, Kentucky’s regulatory overhaul, and upcoming URAR training.

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Turn Insight Into Action: Coaching Opportunities at the 2026 Annual Conference

Apr 6, 2026

Discover how coaching at the 2026 Annual Conference can help you apply new ideas to real business challenges. This blog highlights MasterMind sessions and one-on-one coaching designed to deliver practical, actionable next steps.

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Value of Being a Real Estate Appraiser

Apr 3, 2026

We're proud to share a guest commentary published today in the California Business Journal, written by Appraisal Institute President Michael J. Acquaro-Mignogna, MAI, SRA, AI-GRS.

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BRAVE Data Standard, Nashville, and What’s Next in Valuation Policy

Mar 31, 2026

BRAVE turns appraisal PDFs into reusable data, plus conference coaching, a free Washington policy webinar, and key advocacy updates.

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President's Message

Mar 30, 2026

A message from AI President Michael J. Acquaro-Mignogna, MAI, SRA, AI-GRS.

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Capital rules, appraisals, and what’s next in DC

Mar 24, 2026

New bank capital proposal spotlights LTV—and the case for credible valuations. Plus: member community, a free webinar, and award winners.

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What to Expect from the Exhibitor Hall at the 2026 Annual Conference

Mar 23, 2026

Learn what attendees can expect from the Exhibitor Hall at the 2026 Annual Conference, including exhibitor demos, networking opportunities, and tools that support appraisal workflows and business needs.

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Fresh Intel + Member Perks: Housing Wins, Data Tools, and New Learning

Mar 17, 2026

The Senate moves a major housing bill with appraisal reforms—plus a 40% PropertyReach discount, a free land trust webinar, and Maryland advocacy updates.

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Appraisal Institute Responds to Executive Order on Promoting Access to Mortgage Credit

Mar 16, 2026

The Appraisal Institute issued the following statement regarding the Administration’s Executive Order on promoting access to mortgage credit.

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