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Real Estate Appraiser Course Outline

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Stratford can help you take the first step in learning more about the work of real estate appraisers. Our quality curriculum was developed by professionals and can provide a thorough introduction to the important work of real estate appraisers.

Real Estate Appraiser Module 1
Introduction to Appraising and Inspecting Homes

· Roles and activities of real estate professionals
· Determinants of property value
· Introduction to basic valuation concepts
· Ethics and liability for real estate professionals
· The business side of real estate
· Diary of a typical home sale

Real Estate Appraiser Module 2
The Basics of Real Estate Appraisal

· Real Estate Appraisal and You
· Legal Considerations in Appraisal
· The Formal Appraisal Process
· Focus on Neighborhood, Community, and Market
· Real Estate Economics and Value
· Property Inspection and Analysis: The Site
· Property Inspection and Analysis: The Improvements

Real Estate Appraiser Module 3
Approaches to Real Estate Appraisal

· The Sales Comparison Approach
· Analyzing and Adjusting Comparable Sales
· Valuing the Site
· Introducing the Cost Approach
· Estimating Loss in Value: Accrued Depreciation
· The Income Approach

Real Estate Appraiser Module 4
Role of the Professional Appraiser

· Income Capitalization: Rates and Techniques
· Reconciling the Value Estimates
· Reporting Appraisal Opinions
· Appraising Special Ownerships and Interests
· Standards of Professional Appraiser Practice
· Appraising as an Occupation

Real Estate Appraiser Module 5
Basic Principles and Practices of Real Estate

· Real Estate and the Economy
· Land: Its Characteristics and Acquisition
· Estates, Interests, Deeds, and Title
· Contracts and Business Law
· Agency Law and Presentation
· Listing the Property
· Marketing and Selling Real Estate
· Lending Institutions, Loans, and Financing

Real Estate Appraiser Module 6
Important Aspects of Real Estate Practice

· Closing Statements
· Condominiums and Cooperatives
· Leases
· Property Management
· Investment and Tax Aspects of Ownership
· The Appraisal Process in General
· Land Use Controls
· Fair Housing Laws
· License Laws
· Real Estate Math

We take great pride in providing you with the most up-to-date real estate appraiser textbooks and equipment. One or more of the above-mentioned subjects may, therefore, change if updating becomes necessary in learning more about the work of real estate appraisers. The order in which the material is presented may vary.

This program is specifically designed to serve as an introduction or enhancement of the theoretical knowledge required for the vocational application of this subject. It is intended to help individuals in the furtherance of their vocational training and is not intended as a substitute for licensing or certification requirements, which may include an apprenticeship or additional training, as required by law.

Real Estate Appraisal School
"I have learned valuable information about a new and better career. It will help me have more time and money to enjoy life." — S.M. - Louisiana
Real Estate Appraisal Training
"The program helped me decide that I wanted to pursue Real Estate even further. So while I was studying appraising, I also enrolled in Real Estate Principals. I now hold a Realtor License." — A.B. - California
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