Appraiser’s Guide to Appraisal Inspections

A comprehensive guide of the changing types of real property inspections for appraisal related assignments.

Wednesday, January 10th | 8:30AM – 4:30PM CST

7 HOURS

$155.95

COURSE APPROVAL INFORMATION

Education Provider: Appraiser eLearning LLC

Approved States: Certified for 7 hours of continuing education in:

AL – Course #C02489
AR – Course # AE009
AZ – Course #D0821-0000023
CA – Course #2110501024
CO – Approved
GA – Course #72951
HI – Course #22-141
KS – Course #371.C24.R
KY – Approved
LA – Approved
MD – Approved
MI – Course #2308
MN – Course #1034172
MS – Course #53041
MO – Approved
NV – Course #CE.0009541-A
NJ – Course #2021-205
NM – Course #4142
NY – Course #A5534-07
NC – Course #4451
OH – Course #Q04300208A 21
OK – Course #913
OR – Course #APEL-C-0921-0025
PA – Approved
SC – Course #CE.1968
TN – Course #2439
TX – Course #41876
UT – Course #AC220618
VA – Approved
WA – Course #A21034209
WI – Course #4371

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, and class starts at 8:30AM CT sharp!
*If you are on Pacific Time, Class is from 6:30am-2:30pm PT (doors open at 5:30am)
*If you are on Mountain Time, Class is from 7:30am-3:30pm MT (doors open at 6:30am)
*If you are on Central Time, Class is from 8:30am-4:30pm CT (doors open at 7:30am)
*If you are on Eastern Time, Class is from 9:30am-5:30pm ET (doors open at 8:30am)

Course Description

When is an appraisal inspection required? What should be included? 

This course walks you through everything you need to know about appraisal inspections, including best practices, tools, risks and safety, types of inspections, the use of trainees or assistants, and the question of whether an inspection is necessary for any given assignment. It’s a great review for real property appraisers, financial institutions, underwriters, and regulators; commercial appraisers and other property data collectors will also find it useful.

Course Objectives

By the end of the course, students will be able to demonstrate an understanding of:

  • By the end of the course, students will be able to demonstrate an understanding of:

    • The significance of whether an inspection is necessary

    • Understanding the difference between bifurcated, hybrid, and traditional inspections

    • The importance of utilizing innovation in the appraisal inspection process

    • The differences between requirements and best practices

    • Understanding the preferences available to the appraiser

    • Actions to take to remain safe

    • The significance of obtaining significant assistance

Course Reviews

See what students are saying

One of the best courses taken, mostly due to Bryan being an engaging speaker. Have had a couple where the presenter was most effective at putting me to sleep.

The course exceeded my expectations. I found it to be very informative and expanded many of the items in USPAP. I would recommend it to other appraisers.

Very Good – Lots of meaningful issues were pointed out with good examples.

Very good, well presented and the instructor was very knowledgeable of the subject

Better than McKissick. Great course with good material

Course Author

Bryan Reynolds

Bryan S. Reynolds, CDEI™ is a KY/TN Certified General Real Property Appraiser, a registered agent with the TN State Board of Equalization and an AQB Certified USPAP Instructor. He has testified and appeared in various courts, planning and zoning boards as both an expert and as an agent making valuation arguments before local and state hearing officials and Administrated Law Judges. Reynolds is the owner of Bryan S. Reynolds & Associates, Reynolds Appraisal Service and a partner in Appraiser eLearning, www.appraiserelearning.com. He provides residential and commercial valuation services throughout the region and various educational offerings, mentoring, consulting and litigation support services throughout the country as well as being available for lectures and is well known for his Think Outside the “Check” Box approach.


AQB Certified USPAP Instructor
Certified General Real Property Appraiser
Consultant
Litigation Valuation Expert
FHA Lender Selection Roster Appraiser
Expert Witness

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