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General Appraiser Sales Comparison Approach | Program Details

General Appraiser Sales Comparison Approach is an in-depth look at this valuation analysis method. It begins with detailed discussions of property comparability, techniques used to gather and verify data for a subject property, and use of this data in selecting appropriate comparable properties and neighborhoods for analysis in the approach. The course explores ways to sort and analyze data and effectively apply certain statistical analysis tools. Quantitative and qualitative analysis of comparable sales using units and elements of comparison is approached through extensive practice problems, case studies, and lecture.

Program Overview
Table of Contents and Overview [PDF]
Course Schedule [PDF]

Recommended Text
The Dictionary of Real Estate Appraisal, 5th ed.
The Appraisal of Real Estate, 13th ed.

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Tuition
Please contact the sponsoring chapter for information on fees applicable to chapter programs.

Required

    • HP12C calculator
  • HP12C calculator user's manual
  • You must be familiar with calculator operation when the course begins. Answers to problems in course material are shown using the HP12C. Do not come to class expecting to be taught how to use a financial calculator.
  • Free Review—Using a Financial Calculator; Symbols and Formulas, Capitalization Selection Tree, and Sample Problems; and Financial Calculator Practice Exercises
  • For additional help with the HP12C calculator, take our online seminar, Using Your HP12C Financial Calculator.
  • Laptops NOT REQUIRED

    Appraisal Institute Hours
    30 hours (including 3-hour exam)

    To receive credit, participants must attend 100% of the program.

    AI CE Credit for Designated Members and Candidates for Designation
    This program is approved for 1 hour of Appraisal Institute CE credit for every hour taken.

    Prerequisites

    • Basic Appraisal Principles
    • Basic Appraisal Procedures
    • National Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice (USPAP) Course, 15-Hour

    Students must sign a waiver at the beginning of the course stating that they have the prerequisites. If they do not, they will not hold the Appraisal Institute responsible and will not expect to receive special attention during the course.

    Who Should Enroll
    Those seeking general Appraiser Certification

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    Class Schedule & Locations
    06/03/2013 - 06/06/2013
    Location: San Diego, CA
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    Sponsor: San Diego
    Contact: Patti Kreutzer, Executive Director, (858) 292-7324
    Instructor: Kirby, Thomas R., MAI, SRA
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    08/05/2013 - 08/08/2013
    Location: Chicago, IL
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    Sponsor: Chicago
    Contact: LA Anderson, (312) 616-9406
    Instructor: Urubek, John H., MAI
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    09/16/2013 - 09/19/2013
    Location: Pittsburgh, PA
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    Sponsor: Pittsburgh Metropolitan
    Contact: Mary Ann Hertzig, (412) 563-1900
    Instructor: Spence, William D. Otto, MAI & Pending, Instructor
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    09/23/2013 - 09/26/2013
    Location: Louisville, KY
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    Sponsor: Bluegrass
    Contact: Susan Katz, (502) 727-9181
    Instructor: Spence, William D. Otto, MAI
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    09/25/2013 - 09/28/2013
    Location: Houston, TX
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    Sponsor: Houston
    Contact: Lori Wilkins, (713) 668-1757
    Instructor: Wright, Larry T., MAI, SRA
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    10/15/2013 - 10/18/2013
    Location: Tigard, OR
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    Sponsor: Greater Oregon
    Contact: Vicki Champ, (503) 316-1979
    Instructor: Pending, Instructor
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    10/28/2013 - 10/31/2013
    Location: Indianapolis, IN
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    Sponsor: Hoosier State
    Contact: Shannon O'Keefe, (317) 815-1340
    Instructor: Foltz, Kenneth G., MAI, SRA
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    11/19/2013 - 11/22/2013
    Location: Aurora, CO
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    Sponsor: Colorado
    Contact: Sherry Engleberg, (303) 691-0487
    Instructor: McCloud, Harold S., MAI & Mosier, Richard C., MAI
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