Valuation Bias and Fair Housing Laws and Regulations (A112) - Livestream

When:  Mar 19, 2026 from 07:30 AM to 04:30 PM (MT)

Valuation Bias and Fair Housing Laws and Regulations (A112)

This comprehensive 7-hour course provides an in-depth exploration of valuation bias in the real estate sector, focusing on its impact within the context of fair housing laws and regulations. Participants will delve into historical and contemporary aspects of real estate bias to gain an understanding of the roles and influences of various stakeholders including real estate agents, appraisers, lenders, and government bodies. The course will cover key federal fair housing and antidiscrimination laws, such as the Civil Rights Act of 1866, Fair Housing Act, and others, emphasizing their relevance in today's real estate practices. Through a blend of theoretical knowledge and practical case studies, attendees will gain insights into different forms of valuation bias, including explicit, implicit, and structural biases, and learn strategies for recognizing and avoiding such biases in their professional practice. This course is intended to satisfy the Appraiser Qualifications Board’s (AQB) continuing education requirement for valuation bias and fair housing laws and regulations education as adopted on June 22, 2023 for the 2026 edition of the Real Property Appraiser Qualification Criteria (RPAQC).

Contact Hours: 7 hours + 1 hour exam
Course Timetable: Day 1: 7:30 AM - 4:30 PM
AQB Licenser Requirement: Trainee, Licensed, Certified Residential, Certified General

For questions about approvals, contact Deanna Ilk at dilk@asfmra.org or 303-692-1222

  • Instructors: Dennis Badger
  • Pricing: $250

ASFMRA provides digital course materials. If you are attending in-person, bringing a laptop or tablet will ensure you have access to the materials and online exam. The exam will only be provided digitally. Additionally, ASFMRA offers printed materials for an additional cost of $85 per student per course. If you would like to order printed materials to be provided when you arrive, the cost will be added to your registration at check out. If you have questions about the materials, please contact education@asfmra.org

Registration will close the Friday before at 12:00pm MST. If you have questions or would like to register late, please contact education@asfmra.org

Click here to view the Recommended Education Path that the ASFMRA Appraisal Education/Accreditation Committee has put together; it is highly recommended that you review the pathway prior to registration.

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In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the ASFMRA will make every effort to provide reasonable accommodations requested for individuals with disabilities. Requests for accommodations can be responded to more effectively if received at least two weeks in advance of the event.

*Please note that ASFMRA reserves the right to cancel any course 3 weeks in advance.

Location

CO