AI Isn’t Replacing You—But Someone Using It Might

How to Use AI as a Tool and a Teammate in Residential Real
Estate

90-Minute NON-CE Webinar Training

**RECORDED VERSION**
Recorded on Wednesday, July 9th, 2025

Instructor: Bill Waltenbaugh

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July 9th, 2025

Streamed and recorded via Zoom Meeting

RECORDED WEBINAR

Non-CE Webinar

$39.95

Webinar Description

Discover how artificial intelligence is transforming the way real estate professionals work. In this practical and engaging webinar, you’ll learn how to treat AI not as a threat—but as a tool and a teammate. From mastering prompts that actually work to understanding how image-based AI interprets listing photos, we’ll explore real-world use cases for appraisers and agents alike. You’ll also get critical insights into USPAP compliance, confidentiality risks, and ethical responsibility when using AI tools. Whether you’re writing better listing descriptions or refining report commentary, this session helps you stay ahead—without crossing the line.

What you’ll learn

  • ✅ How to use AI as a tool and teammate—not a replacement

  • 💡 What large language models (LLMs) like ChatGPT really are

  • ✍️ How to write effective prompts (without relying on canned scripts)

  • 🔐 How to use AI safely and ethically under USPAP guidelines

  • 🛠️ Real-world AI use cases for appraisers and real estate agents

  • 👀 How AI “sees” images—and what it means for photos, floor plans, and staging

  • ⚠️ How to avoid AI mistakes that could impact your work or your license

  • ❓ A chance to ask questions and get honest, real-world answers

Webinar Host

Bill Waltenbaugh

William “Bill” Waltenbaugh is a Certified Residential Appraiser, boasting an impressive three-decade tenure in the property valuation industry. In his early years, he built a reputation for delivering exceptional valuation services to a diverse clientele of over 200 clients. 

In 2010, Bill advanced his career by taking on pivotal roles as the Chief Appraiser for multiple  Appraisal Management Companies (AMCs) and a national lending institution. In these capacities,  he was instrumental in steering the firms toward excellence by overseeing various functions—from quality assurance and vendor management to rigorous compliance with industry regulations. 

Currently, Bill holds the position of Chief Appraiser at Nationwide Appraisal Network (NAN), where he continues to leverage his vast experience and deep knowledge to further NAN’s commitment to technology, communication, and accountability. Looking ahead, Bill is passionate about the evolution of the valuation industry, particularly in product development and modernization. He is enthusiastically open to forming synergistic partnerships with like-minded professionals who share his vision for driving innovation and elevating industry standards.

Everything you need to know about our live virtual offerings via Zoom

  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.

  • 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.
  • 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.)
  • 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. 
  • 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. 
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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 

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