Appraisal Institute News Releases
IRS Signals New Opportunities for Valuation Professionals in Opportunity Zones
IRS Notice 2026-40 introduces transitional guidance for Opportunity Zone 2.0, signaling a permanent shift in the program and creating new opportunities for appraisers and valuation professionals in investment analysis, redevelopment planning, and due diligence.
45-Day Notice
Mark Your Calendar for the 2026 Annual Meeting
Appraisal Institute Leaders Discuss Fair, Evidence-Based Valuation Enforcement with HUD
Appraisal Institute leaders met this week with senior officials at the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development's Office of Fair Housing and Equal Opportunity for a candid and constructive discussion about valuation policy, fair housing enforcement, and the role of appraisers in the housing finance system.
National Nominating Committee Nominates Dale C. Cooper, MAI, SRA, AI-GRS, AI-RRS as 2027 AI Vice President
Dale C. Cooper, MAI, SRA, AI-GRS, AI-RRS, was nominated for 2027 Appraisal Institute Vice President by the AI National Nominating Committee at its May 13 meeting in Chicago.
Important Security Notice: Instructure (Canvas) Customer Cybersecurity Incident
Instructure (Canvas), our learning management system (LMS) provider, recently notified us of a customer cybersecurity incident.
2nd Quarter Board of Directors Meeting Recap
Recap: Post Appraisal Institute 2Q Board Meeting
2025 Unaudited Financial Results
An update on the year, ahead of the Form 990 release.
2027 AI VP Candidates Announced
The Appraisal Institute’s National Nominating Committee (NNC) is scheduled to interview two candidates for 2027 AI Vice President (VP) during its May 13 meeting in Chicago.
Value of Being a Real Estate Appraiser
We're proud to share a guest commentary published today in the California Business Journal, written by Appraisal Institute President Michael J. Acquaro-Mignogna, MAI, SRA, AI-GRS.
Appraisal Institute Responds to Executive Order on Promoting Access to Mortgage Credit
The Appraisal Institute issued the following statement regarding the Administration’s Executive Order on promoting access to mortgage credit.
AI Expands Global Access to Online Education Through WAVO Global Education Hub
Appraisal Institute is now integrated with the World Association of Valuation Organizations (WAVO) Global Education Hub.
Board of Directors Elects Smedmore Montgomery Bernard, Jr., MAI as 2026 Vice President
Board of Directors Elects Smedmore Montgomery Bernard, Jr., MAI as 2026 AI Vice President
National Nominating Committee Nominates Smedmore Montgomery Bernard, Jr., MAI as 2026 AI Vice President
National Nominating Committee Nominates Smedmore Montgomery Bernard, Jr., MAI as 2026 AI Vice President
One Candidate Seeking to Become 2026 Appraisal Institute V.P.
The process for nomination and election of the Appraisal Institute’s 2026 vice president has begun. AI Members may view the candidate biographies and questionnaires.
Appraisal Institute Urges Stronger Oversight, Clarity, and Innovation Balance in Valuation Policy at EGRPRA Hearing
Representing the Appraisal Institute, Deb Clark, MAI, called on federal regulators to enhance evaluation oversight, align valuation standards, and preserve integrity and public trust in real estate valuation.
Commercial Appraisers, This One’s for You: Power, Perspective, and the Future of CRE Valuation
Commercial real estate is evolving fast—and so are the appraisers shaping its future. At the 2026 Appraisal Institute Annual Conference, you’ll find an unmatched lineup designed to equip commercial valuation professionals with the insights, strategies, and confidence to lead in a transforming market.
Inside the Annual Conference: What Appraisers Can Expect
Learn, connect, and grow at the 2026 Appraisal Institute Annual Conference — the premier event shaping the future of residential appraisal.
Full-Cost TAF PAREA Scholarships to Support Aspiring Certified Residential Appraisers
EIN press release detailing launch of full-cost TAF PAREA scholarship for residential appraisers.
AI Launches First Two Companion Courses
Preparing appraisers for new UAD 3.6 and updated URAR
Media Statement: Recent Litigation
Appraisal Institute releases update on recent litigation
Update on Recent Litigation
Appraisal Institute Applauds Senate Banking Committee’s Upcoming Markup of Key Appraisal Provisions
The Appraisal Institute supports key appraisal provisions in the ROAD to Housing Act, including measures to modernize valuation practices and expand opportunities for aspiring appraisers.
Appraisal Institute President Shares Op-Ed on GSE Privatization Impacts
Appraisal Institute President Paula Konikoff explores how GSE privatization could impact appraisers and the valuation profession.
Appraisal Institute Releases Second Edition of Self Storage Economics and Appraisal
The Appraisal Institute is proud to announce the release of the second edition of Self Storage Economics and Appraisal by R. Christian Sonne, MAI, with contributing author Jonathan Lang.