6 Recent Appraiser Lawsuits and the Lessons from Each
Peter Christensen’s 3hr Live-Zoom CE Course
Thursday, February 1st, 2024 | 11AM-2PM Central Time
$74.95
COURSE APPROVAL INFORMATION
Provider: Co-hosted by Appraiser eLearning LLC & Valuation Education LLC
Instructor: Peter Christensen
Approved States: Approved for 3 hours of continuing education in:
AL – Course #C02791
AZ – Course #0822-0000010
AR – Approved
CA – Course #2210501038
CO – Course #1339
GA – Course #72950
CO – Course #1339
GA – Course #72950
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*ID – Course #18528 (Approved under Valuation Education LLC)
IL – Course #575.010604
IN – Approved
*ID – Course #18528 (Approved under Valuation Education LLC)
IL – Course #575.010604
IN – Approved
KS – Course #379.C22.N
KY – Approved
LA – Approved
KY – Approved
LA – Approved
MD – Approved
MI – Course #2378
MN- Course #1034174
MO – Approved
MS – Course #50431
MT – Course #REA-CEC-REC-17193
NV – Course #CE.0009586-A
NH – Approved
NJ – 2022-219
MN- Course #1034174
MO – Approved
MS – Course #50431
MT – Course #REA-CEC-REC-17193
NV – Course #CE.0009586-A
NH – Approved
NJ – 2022-219
NM – Course #4161
NY – A5530-03
NC – Course #4516
OH – Q04301008A 22
OK – 712
OR – Course #VALE-C-1220-0002
PA – Approved
SC – Course #CE2051
NY – A5530-03
NC – Course #4516
OH – Q04301008A 22
OK – 712
OR – Course #VALE-C-1220-0002
PA – Approved
SC – Course #CE2051
TN – Course #2623
TX – Course #44140
TX – Course #44140
UT – Course #AC221118
VA – Approved
WA – Course #A22021946
WI – Course #4413
VA – Approved
WA – Course #A22021946
WI – Course #4413
Pending States: Pending approval in WY. More State Approvals coming next week!
Course Description
Attorney Peter Christensen will talk about six of the most current, interesting and important cases involving real estate appraisers. From each case, Peter will draw the key takeaways and offer guidance relevant to the everyday work of appraisers. Key takeaways will include information like: the most important verbiage for appraisers to include in reports to decrease their liability risk and the single most common mistake made by an appraiser that leads to a legal claim.
Course Objectives
Through his discussion of timely cases, Peter will cover the following topics:
- The current state of appraiser liability – what are appraisers actually be sued over right now?
- The elements of a professional negligence claim in relation to an appraisal. What is the most important element in most claims?
- Can borrowers sue appraisers?
- The most common alleged errors that lead to negligence and other legal claims against appraisers. What are the three most important areas of any appraisal report that you should focus to avoid liability?
- How long after performing an appraisal can an appraiser be sued?
- The key things should appraisers know about the Fair Housing Act and current discrimination complaints against appraisers.
- Has Covid-19 had any effect on appraiser liability?
Refund/Cancellation Policy: Cancellations require written advance notice. Refunds will only be given if request is made 24 hours prior to the start of class.
System Requirements:
- This class is offered via Zoom meeting. Computer Audio, Video and a reliable internet connection are required. We must be able to see and hear you on camera. This is a state requirement for CE.
- We recommend testing your computer video and audio prior to class day by opening a practice meeting on https://zoom.us/test.
*KNOW YOUR TIME ZONE: We’re on CENTRAL TIME
We’re on CENTRAL TIME, and class starts at 11AM CT sharp!
If you are on Pacific Time, Class is from 9am-12pm PT (doors open at 8am)
If you are on Mountain Time, Class is from 10am-1pm MT (doors open at 9am)
If you are on Central Time, Class is from 11am-2pm CT (doors open at 10am)
If you are on Eastern Time, Class is from 12pm-3pm ET (doors open at 11am)
Everything you need to know about our live virtual class offerings via Zoom
How do I register?
- Add any live-zoom course(s) to your cart and proceed to checkout.
- IMPORTANT: Be sure to provide the correct state and license number information during checkout, as this will be automatically pulled into our system for your completion certificate and reporting to your state.
- Once purchased, you’ll be automatically registered for the Zoom class meeting and you will receive a receipt via email.
What happens once I purchase?
- You will receive a confirmation email with your JOIN MEETING link (save this! This is the link you will click to join the zoom class meeting on Class Day.)
- If this is your first purchase with us, you will also receive an email with your Student Login Credentials, which give you access to your Student Account; Your student account is where you will access any online courses or completion certificates.
- If your Zoom Class comes with Course materials, they will be made available in your student account and also emailed to you in reminder emails (see “What to expect on class day.” below)
- If you don’t see your confirmation email (and you’ve checked your spam folder), just email us (we make typos too, and we’re happy to help).
- We highly recommend you download zoom for an even better in-class experience.
- You’ll receive reminder emails the day before and the morning of class. (NOTE: If you register within 24 hours of class start time, you might not receive reminder emails.)
- Be sure to click the Zoom meeting link and join the meeting 30 minutes before class start time, so we can get you checked in.
What do I need prior to class?
- Check your time zone! All classes are listed in CENTRAL TIME, so adjust your calendar accordingly. Our reminder emails the day before and the morning of class will list the correct times for all time zones, for reference.
- Download any course materials. You can find all appropriate documents for your course under “My Courses” in your student account.
- If you are taking a USPAP update course, have the current USPAP publication on hand.
- It is required that you keep your camera on for the duration of the class. Be sure to have a device with a working webcam, audio, and microphone, as well as good internet access.
Use the Zoom meeting link to join the class 30 minutes before class start time, so we can get you checked in.
Where is my link to join class?
- You should have received a confirmation email immediately after purchase, as well as reminder emails the day before and the morning of class. Your Zoom link to join class can be found in any of those emails.
- Be sure to check your spam folder if it is not in your inbox.
What should I expect on class day?
- Remember to use the Zoom meeting link to join class at least 30 minutes before the official start time, so we can get you checked in.
- Zoom Confirmation Emails (how you join the class): We will resend everyone’s Zoom confirmation emails 1 hour prior to class start
- Class Reminder emails with handouts (if any) and reminders: We send reminder emails on the day before and the day of class (unless class falls on a Monday or Friday; we don’t work weekends)
- Reminder emails will include: Any class handouts (if applicable), important expectations and requirements; REMINDERS ABOUT KNOWING YOUR TIME ZONE (we’re on Central Time); and student support / instructor contact information.
- Remember: you must be present with your camera on 100% of the class time. (This is a state requirement, not ours. We cannot make exceptions.)
What is your refund/cancellation Policy if I have to miss the class?
- Refunds require a 24-hour written notice.
- BUT if you miss class and forget to notify us, no worries! Just reach out to our team, and we’re happy to transfer you to a later class.
- We can only provide one transfer, so if you miss the second class, you will not have the option for a transfer and will forfeit the purchase cost.
What’s required for CE credit?
- You must be present with your camera on for the duration of class. (This is a state requirement, not ours. We cannot make exceptions.)
- You must be visible and prepared to answer instructor questions (please do not drive, work on other tasks, walk your dog, or anything else that might be distracting to the class).
- If you have an emergency or are otherwise prevented from being present and visible on camera, please contact one of the class moderators.
What features should I be aware of on the Zoom platform?
- Chat Feature
- Raise Hand Feature (alt + Y is the keyboard shortcut, or click the Reactions button)
- Mute/Unmute & Stop Video (you should only turn cameras off when on breaks)
- In addition to the live instructor, we’ll have a team member available to help everything run smoothly during class.
What happens after class ends?
- Ben Maxwell, our Education Director, will email a Course Evaluation link to all students immediately after class.
- Once you complete the evaluation, you’ll receive an emailed certificate from our LMS. Please keep in mind that failure to complete this survey will delay your certificate (it is REQUIRED).
- If you have any issues with the automated certificate, just reply to Ben’s Course Evaluation email and request a PDF copy.
- If you’re in a state that requires the provider to report on your behalf, we will report your CE after class. Please give us 24 hours to do so. (States in which we report on your behalf include: FL, GA, IL, NC, NV, OH, SC, TX, and UT.)
- If you have any questions, the instructor and class moderator will stick around for a few minutes after class ends.
How can I reach out if I still have questions?
- Feel free to reach out to our team Monday – Friday from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM CST. Call us at (615) 965-5705 or email us at support@appraiserelearning.com | support@agentelearning.com
Course Author
Peter Christensen
Peter is the principal attorney of the Christensen Law Firm (www.valuationlegal.com). His legal work is focused on matters concerning valuation (real property, personal property and business) and related services. The clients he serves are valuation firms and professionals; technology and appraisal management companies; and also individual and commercial parties who use or rely on valuation services.
Peter’s book, Risk Management for Real Estate Appraisers and Appraisal Firms, was published by the Appraisal Institute in August 2019. He has also published more than 50 articles relating to appraisal legal issues, many appearing in the Appraisal Institute’s Valuation magazine, and has presented hundreds of seminars to appraisers and appraisal/valuation firms.
