Appraisal Institute
Craig Steinley Elected 2021 Appraisal Institute Vice President
Craig Steinley, MAI, SRA, AI-GRS, AI-RRS, of Rapid City, South Dakota, was elected 2021 vice president of the nation's largest professional association of real estate appraisers Thursday by its Board of Directors during the Board's virtual meeting.
Upzoning Can Impact Appraisals, Places Emphasis on Highest and Best Use Analysis: Valuation Magazine
Many cities see upzoning as an effective way to expand affordable housing, but zoning changes can impact appraisals, so appraisers need to analyze the highest and best use of the property
Appraisal Institute Urges Swift Passage of Appraisal Portal Legislation
The nation's largest professional association of real estate appraisers this month sent a letter urging swift passage of the Portal for Appraisal Licensing Act of 2020 in the 116th Congress, which would amend the Financial Institutions Reform, Recovery
Landscaping Can Have Major Impact on Property Values: Appraisal Institute
he Appraisal Institute, the nation’s largest professional association of real estate appraisers, today advised homeowners that improving their property’s landscaping can result in a significant return on investment when selling the home
Appraisers Can Help Courts, IRS Navigate Conservation Easements, New Book Says
Governmental and judicial entities' expanded oversight of the real estate appraisal process makes it imperative that those involved in valuing easement-encumbered properties demonstrate their competence to the Internal Revenue Service and the courts
Appraisers Must Adapt to iBuyer Models: Valuation Magazine
While the volume of home sales involving iBuyers is still fairly limited, the number of markets they reach is growing and their role in the residential real estate sector could be transformative, according to an article in Valuation magazine's
Real Estate Groups Ask Governors, Mayors for Appraisal ‘Stay at Home’ Exemptions
CHICAGO (March 26, 2020) - RealEstateRama - The nation's largest professional association of real estate appraisers joined four other real estate organizations March 25 in asking state...
Residential Appraisers Play Key Role in Real Estate, New Book Says
Residential real estate appraisers need education, knowledge and experience to perform their valuation assignments competently, according to a book published today by the Appraisal Institute, the nation's largest professional association of real estate
Jefferson Sherman to Become President of Appraisal Institute on Jan. 1
Jefferson L. Sherman, MAI, AI-GRS, of Highland Heights, Ohio, will begin his one-year term as president of the Appraisal Institute on Jan. 1.
Appraisal Institute Premieres Solar Photovoltaic Seminar
The Appraisal Institute, the nation’s largest professional association of real estate appraisers, premiered a four-hour classroom seminar on developing the value
Appraisal Institute Seeks Speakers for 2020 Annual Conference
The Appraisal Institute, the nation’s largest professional association of real estate appraisers, is accepting proposals for presentations at its 2020 Annual Conference
Distribution Facilities Drive Growth in Industrial Market: Valuation Magazine
Demand for distribution facilities is primarily driving growth in the healthy industrial real estate market, according to an article in Valuation magazine’s third quarter 2019 issue.
Appraisal Institute Praises House for Passing Valuation-Related Bills
The Appraisal Institute, the nation’s largest professional association of real estate appraisers, today applauded the U.S. House for passing consumer-friendly legislation that will address long-standing concerns surrounding residential appraisals
Appraisers Can Help Clients Navigate Natural Disasters, Appraisal Institute Says
In the aftermath of a natural disaster, such as a hurricane, appraisers can help their clients by providing expert market analysis, according to the nation’s largest professional association of real estate appraisers
Appraisal Institute, Fannie Mae Join Forces to Foster Diversity in Valuation Profession
The Appraisal Institute is partnering with Fannie Mae to promote appraisal careers and to foster diversity in the valuation profession, the nation’s largest professional association of real estate appraisers announced today.
Jody Bishop Elected 2020 Appraisal Institute Vice President
Pledger M. (Jody) Bishop III, MAI, SRA, AI-GRS, of Mount Pleasant, South Carolina, was elected 2020 vice president of the nation’s largest professional association of real estate appraisers Thursday by its Board of Directors in Denver
Appraisal Institute Honors 11 National Award Winners
Stephen D. Roach, MAI, SRA, AI-GRS, of San Diego, was honored Wednesday with the Appraisal Institute’s Lifetime Achievement Award during the Appraisal Institute Annual Conference in Denver
Appraisal Institute Opens Valuation Profession’s Premier Event
More than 525 real estate professionals from around the world today attended the opening session of the valuation profession’s most important annual event, hosted by the Appraisal Institute, the nation’s largest professional association of real estate appraisers.
Appraisal Institute Condemns NCUA’s Action, Calls for Congressional Oversight
The nation’s largest professional association of real estate appraisers vigorously condemned today’s action by the National Credit Union Administration, calling the NCUA’s decision to effectively reduce the number of appraisals required for commercial real estate loans irresponsible, radical and dangerous
Appraisal Institute Urges Congress to Address Valuation Issues
The president of the Appraisal Institute, the nation’s largest professional association of real estate appraisers, encouraged Congress to act on valuation topics during today’s hearing on Capitol Hill.
