FHA Roadmap

A guide to appraising single-family residential properties for the Federal Housing Administration

Date/Time: Thursday, September 7th | 8:30AM – 4:30PM Central Time*
*With 1 hour for lunch

7 HOURS

$155.95

COURSE APPROVAL INFORMATION

AL – Course #C02828
AR – APPROVED
AZ – Course #0323-0000009
CA – Course #2310501042
CO – Course #2366
GA – Course #76323
FL – Course #3679
HI – Course #23-288
IL – Course #575.010635
IN – APPROVED
KS – Course #406.C23.N
KY – APPROVED
LA – Course #A0037
MD – APPROVED
MA – Course #1360026
MO – APPROVED
MI – Course #2397
MN – Course #1034990
MS – Course #50484
NE – 2233444.33
NH – APPROVED
NM – Course #4217
NV – Course #CE.0009679-A
NJ – Course #2023-205
NY – Course #A5613-07
NC – Course #4523
OH – Course #Q04301403A 23
OK – Course #718
OR – Course #APEL-C-0223-0050
PA – APPROVED
SC – Course #CE.2087
TN – Course #2660
TX – Course #45714
UT – Course #AC230305
VA – APPROVED
WA – Course #A23007040
WI – Pending
WV – APPROVED

 Pending approval in many states!

 If you don’t see your state listed, CLICK HERE to send an email to our education director, Ben Maxwell, and request approval or ask questions. 

Course Description

Looking to become an expert in appraising single family residential properties for the Federal Housing Administration (FHA)? Look no further than our comprehensive course, designed specifically for lenders, appraisers, and brokers. FHA Roadmap course provides detailed guidance on appraising properties under the latest requirements set forth by the HUD Single Family Residential (SFR) Handbook 4000.1, which was just updated on January 18, 2023, with an effective date of April 8, 2023.

But that’s not all – we’ll also delve into the recent changes that are set to impact appraisers and users of appraisal services, ensuring you’re up-to-date with all the latest developments.

Out of the four forms adopted by FHA, we focus on the Uniform Residential Appraisal Report (form 1004) as set forth in the new Handbook. Our experts believe that every residential appraiser should be aware of these requirements since an appraisal prepared according to the FHA guidance should meet any other SFR requirements.

Our course goes beyond simply covering the technical requirements, however. We also provide instruction on complying with the Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice (USPAP) and on enhancing consumer protection by detecting illegal flipping and other potential regulatory violations. By the end of our course, you’ll have a solid understanding of current FHA policies for the application of the URAR in FHA-oriented appraisal practice, as well as with USPAP compliance issues.

Join us and take your appraisal skills to the next level!

Course Policies

Refund/Cancellation/Transfer Policy:

  • Refund requests must be made at least 24 hours prior to the start of class. Cancellation must be in writing. No refunds will be given within 24 hours of class start.
  • If you register within 24 hours of Class Start, you will only be eligible for a transfer. This transfer credit expires 30 days after the original class date. After this 30 day period, we are unable to issue a transfer, and you will forfeit the class cost.

CE Requirements/Attendance Policy:

  • The class is offered via Zoom Meeting.
  • Computer audio/video, reliable internet connection, and 100% attendance are required for CE credit.
  • We must be able to see and hear your camera, and driving or riding in a car is not allowed during class. These are state requirements for CE.

Software/System Requirements:

Class is offered via Zoom Meeting.

Reminders:

  • 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 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

Everything you need to know about our live virtual class 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.

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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