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 classroom + 1 hour exam
AQB Licensure Requirement: Trainee, Licensed, Certified Residential, Certified General
Instructor: Dennis Badger
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