Principles, Procedures & USPAP | DEN Feb 2018

Starts:  Feb 26, 2018 08:00 AM (MT)
Ends:  Mar 7, 2018 05:00 PM (MT)

Basic Appraisal Principles (A101) | Feb. 26-Mar. 1

This four-day course will introduce you to real property concepts and characteristics, legal considerations, influences on real estate values, types of value, economic principles, market area analysis, highest and best use, and ethical considerations. The course should provide a solid foundation in basic appraisal principles no matter what appraisal specialty you pursue.

Co-developed by the Appraisal Institute, ASA, and ASFMRA

Required Equipment & Textbooks: HP-12c, HP-17bII or HP-19bII calculator; The Appraisal of Real Estate, Thirteenth Edition

Optional Textbooks: The Dictionary of Real Estate Appraisal, Fifth Edition; Capitalization Theory and Techniques Study Guide Third Edition

Contact Hours: 28 hours + 2 hour exam

Course Timetable: Days 1-4: 8 AM – 5 PM

AQB Licensure Requirement: Trainee, Licensed, Certified Residential, Certified General

Accreditation: This course is required for the ARA and the RPRA

Instructor/s: Dave Nebel, ARA; Cindy Best, ARA

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Basic Appraisal Procedures (A102) | Mar. 2-5

This is in an introductory course for those studying for a career in valuation services. The course is the second in the curriculum sequence of qualifying prelicense education required by states of individuals pursuing appraisal licensure and certification.

Students will learn the basic appraisal procedures with concentration on the appraisal process and an emphasis on rural properties and techniques. Topic themes run throughout the course to focus student learning on defining the appraisal problem, collecting and selecting data, analyzing the data using the three valuation approaches, reconciling the approaches and communicating with the client and intended user of the appraisal service. 

The content is divided into five units: The Valuation Process, Area and Neighborhood Analysis, Highest and Best Use, The Approaches, and Reconciliation. Within each unit there is a set(s) of student learning goals, definitions and concepts, and examples. 

Required Equipment & Textbooks: HP-12c calculator. You must be familiar with calculator operation when the course begins. Answers to problems in course material are shown using the HP-12c. Do not come to class expecting to be taught how to use a financial calculator.

Optional Texts: The Appraisal of Real Estate, Thirteenth Edition; Appraising Residential Properties, Third Edition; The Dictionary of Real Estate Appraisal, Fifth Edition.

Contact Hours: 28 hours + 2 hour exam

Course Timetable: Days 1-4: 8 AM – 5 PM

AQB Licensure Requirement: Trainee, Licensed, Certified Residential, Certified General

Accreditation: This course is required for the ARA and the RPRA

Instructor/s: Scott Seely, ARA; JoAnn Wall, ARA

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15 Hour National USPAP Course (A113) | Mar. 6-7

The 15-Hour National USPAP Course focuses on the requirements for ethical behavior and competent performance by appraisers that are set forth in the Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice (USPAP). The course material emphasizes the role of the appraiser and the impartiality associated with this role. Special responsibilities of the appraiser with regard to impartiality are explored in detail. In addition to lectures, the course includes discussion problems that show how USPAP applies in situations that appraisers encounter in everyday practice. These examples address issues frequently experienced by appraisers as professionals in the appraisal of real property, personal property, and business or intangible assets, and in appraisal review. This course is designed to aid appraisers seeking competency in USPAP, in all areas of appraisal practice including those subject to state licensing or certification and continuing education requirements imposed by professional organizations, client groups, or employers.

Contact Hours: 14 classroom hours + 1 hours Exam

Course Timetable: Day 1-2 8 AM – 5 PM

AQB Licensure Requirement: Trainee, Licensed, Certified Residential, Certified General

Accreditation: This course is required for the ARA and the RPRA

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Instructor/s: Chris Greenwalt, ARA, RPRA

Registration Fees
Bundle - $1,099 Member/Non-Member
A101 - $539 Member/$759 Non-Member
A102 - $539 Member/$759 Non-Member
USPAP - $439 Member/$639 Non-Member

Cancellation Policy
All cancellation requests must be in writing to DIlk@asfmra.org.

  • Prior to Feb. 12: $25 cancellation fee 
  • Feb. 12-Feb. 25: $50 cancellation fee 
  • No Shows will forfeit all registration fees. 
  • Transfers or substitutions can be done prior to the course date.

Hotel Details

Hilton Garden Inn Denver Cherry Creek
600 S Colorado Blvd
Denver, CO 80246

A discounted rate of $119 + tax per night is available until February 11, 2018.  The discounted rate will be available a few days before and after the course dates to work with your travel schedule.

Additional Perks with the discounted rate include:

  • 1 breakfast voucher for each room night booked.
  • 1 $5 hotel voucher.
  • Complimentary WiFi
  • Complimentary valet or garage parking

Online Reservations: Click here to book online reservations.

Call In Reservations: The hotel's main number is 303.754.9800.  If you call the hotel to make your reservation, please be sure to reference ASFMRA to obtain the group rate.

Ground Transportation Options from Airport to Hotel
The hotel is approximately 25 miles from the airport.  Anticipate 45 minutes for travel time between the airport and hotel.  It is recommended that you arrive to the airport at least 90 minutes prior to your scheduled flight time.  Here are a few ground transportation options. 

Super Shuttle| Average cost $25 one way.  Reservations required and can be booked at supershuttle.com.  

Hotel Car Service | Average cost $65 one way.  Reservations required and can be booked by calling the hotel at 303-754-9800.

Uber | Average cost $60 one way.  Download the app and book a trip at uber.com.

Taxi | Average cost $60 one way.  Cabs readily accessible at the airport.  Call one of the cab companies listed in this link to schedule your return trip to the airport.  http://www.flydenver.com/parking_transit/transit/taxis

For More Information
Deanna Ilk | 303.692.1222 | dilk@asfmra.org


 

Location

ASFMRA
720 S Colorado Blvd
Lower Level Conf. Room
Denver, CO 80246