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Qualifying Education

• Class Time: 28 hours
• Exam Hours: 2.00
• Check in: 8:00-8:30am (First day only)
• Class begins: 8:30am
• Instructor: Mark V. Smeltzer, MAI, SRA, AI-RRS

Tuition includes download version of class materials only, there are additional charges for shipping of the printed copy of materials.

Coffee, tea and water throughout the day…no other food included. Students are on their own for lunch.

Course Materials Include:

• Course Handbook (436 pp.)
• Student Handout (10 pp.)
• Solutions Booklet (90 pp.)

The Appraisal Institute is registered with the National Association of State Boards of Accountancy (NASBA) as a sponsor of continuing professional education on the National Registry of CPE Sponsors.

Delivery Method: Group-Live

Cancellation Policy

• Up To 15 days prior to program start date, refund in full.
• 7 – 14 days prior to program start date, $25.00 cancellation fee.
• Less than 7 days prior to program start date, forfeit of payment.

Hotel Accommodations

• For room accommodations contact the Holiday Inn Express/Suites [formerly the Best Western), 875 Greentree Road, Pittsburgh PA 15220 (412-922-7070).
• Discounted room rate per night, advise that you are with Appraisal Institute when making your reservation.
• The Holiday Inn offers a continental breakfast, free Wi-Fi, fitness room and pool.

Certificates of Completion will be e-mailed from the National office in Chicago upon submission of the on-line Instructor Evaluation.

Any questions contact Kari Ballenger at 412-563-1900 or karib@realtorspgh.com.

National Disclaimer

State Credit

Please note that 100% attendance is required in order to receive any approved state credit or to be awarded AI CE points. It is imperative that you check with your state board for state approval information before completing registration.

Other Information

If you have a disability and require accommodation, please notify the sponsor at least two weeks in advance for reasonable accommodations to be arranged.

The Appraisal Institute reserves the rights to cancel, limit, or reschedule the program and to change instructor assignments and facility locations at any time.

Uniform Standards of Prof. Appraisal Practice

• Class Time: 7 hours
• Exam Hours: N/A
• Check in: 8:00am – 8:30am
• Class begins: 8:30am
• Instructor: Mark Smeltzer, MAI, SRA, AI-RRS

Course Materials

• Course Handbook (82 pp.)
• Reference Manual (116 pp.)

Unless otherwise noted, the course price does not include a copy of the current USPAP edition, which is required for course credit. When the chapter does not include, participants must bring their own copy of the USPAP edition to class.

To purchase a print or electronic copy of the publication, please visit The Appraisal Foundation.

Livestream Education Exception

Please note that not all states have approved Livestream education, therefore, registrants MUST CHECK their individual states for approval BEFORE registering for the Program. Before registering for the Program, registrants understand and agree that continuing education credit for this program MAY NOT be available in their state on the date of the Program. The Appraisal Institute is not responsible if credit is not available for the Program in individual states. Please note: State exceptions for livestream education may expire PRIOR to the offering date.

Cancellation Policy

• Up To 15 days prior to program start date, refund in full.
• 7 – 14 days prior to program start date, $25.00 cancellation fee.
• Less than 7 days prior to program start date, forfeit of payment.

We reserve the right to cancel, limit, or reschedule the course and to change faculty assignments and facility locations at any time. Prospective students should confirm their registration before making any non-refundable airline reservations.

National Disclaimer

State Credit

Please note that 100% attendance is required in order to receive any approved state credit or to be awarded AI CE points. It is imperative that you check with your state board for state approval information before completing registration.

Other Information

If you have a disability and require accommodation, please notify the sponsor at least two weeks in advance for reasonable accommodations to be arranged.

The Appraisal Institute reserves the rights to cancel, limit, or reschedule the program and to change instructor assignments and facility locations at any time.

Sponsored by

Appraiser CE, Property Tour, Happy Hour

Included with registration:

• Two (2) Hours Appraiser CE
• Property Tour
• Two (2) drink tickets
• Pizza
• Free Parking

DESCRIPTION

OBJECTIVES:

Joint Event

National Disclaimer

State Credit

Other Information

Sponsored By

Nova Place Property Tour & Happy Hour

• Included with registration: 2 drink tickets and pizza
• Parking can be purchased at a reduced rate of $12.00 (cash only)

NOVA PLACE IS THE SUCCESSFUL REDEVELOPMENT OF A 1960’S URBAN MALL COMPLEX INTO PITTSBURGH’S LARGEST INNOVATION CLUSTER. IT’S HOME TO LEADING TECHNOLOGY FIRMS, DATA CENTERS, ROBOTICS COMPANIES, AND LIFE SCIENCE FIRMS.

Joint Event

Non-Lender Examples—Next Level Analysis

• Class Time: 7 Hours
• Exam Hours: N/A
• Check in: 8:00-8:30am
• Class begins: 8:30am
• Instructor: Mark V. Smeltzer, MAI, SRA, AI-RRS

Tuition includes download version of class materials only. There are additional charges for shipping of the printed copy of materials.

Continental breakfast and lunch included, as well as freshly baked chocolate cookies in the afternoon!

Certificates of Completion will be e-mailed from the National office in Chicago upon submission of the on-line Instructor Evaluation.

Any questions contact Kari Ballenger at 412-563-1900 or karib@realtorspgh.com.

Cancellation Policy

• Up To 15 days prior to program start date, refund in full.
• 7 – 14 days prior to program start date, $25.00 cancellation fee.
• Less than 7 days prior to program start date, forfeit of payment.

We reserve the right to cancel, limit, or reschedule the course and to change faculty assignments and facility locations at any time. Prospective students should confirm their registration before making any non-refundable airline reservations.

National Disclaimer

State Credit

Please note that 100% attendance is required in order to receive any approved state credit or to be awarded AI CE points. It is imperative that you check with your state board for state approval information before completing registration.

Other Information

If you have a disability and require accommodation, please notify the sponsor at least two weeks in advance for reasonable accommodations to be arranged.

The Appraisal Institute reserves the rights to cancel, limit, or reschedule the program and to change instructor assignments and facility locations at any time.

Uniform Standards of Prof. Appraisal Practice

• Class Time: 7 hours
• Exam Hours: N/A
• Instructor: Mark V. Smeltzer, MAI, SRA, AI-RRS

Cancellation Policy

• Up To 15 days prior to program start date, refund in full.
• 7 – 14 days prior to program start date, $25.00 cancellation fee.
• Less than 7 days prior to program start date, forfeit of payment.

We reserve the right to cancel, limit, or reschedule the course and to change faculty assignments and facility locations at any time. Prospective students should confirm their registration before making any non-refundable airline reservations.

National Disclaimer

Livestream Education Exception

Please note that not all states have approved Livestream education, therefore, registrants MUST CHECK their individual states for approval BEFORE registering for the Program. Before registering for the Program, registrants understand and agree that continuing education credit for this program MAY NOT be available in their state on the date of the Program. The Appraisal Institute is not responsible if credit is not available for the Program in individual states. Please note: State exceptions for livestream education may expire PRIOR to the offering date.

State Credit

Please note that 100% attendance is required in order to receive any approved state credit or to be awarded AI CE points. It is imperative that you check with your state board for state approval information before completing registration.

Other Information

If you have a disability and require accommodation, please notify the sponsor at least two weeks in advance for reasonable accommodations to be arranged.

The Appraisal Institute reserves the rights to cancel, limit, or reschedule the program and to change instructor assignments and facility locations at any time.

• 3 Hours
• Instructor: Elaine Kirsch, MAI, SRA

National Disclaimer

This Educational Program was developed and organized by the Appraisal Institute Chapter offering the Program with the intent of addressing topic(s) of current local interest solely for educational and informational purposes. The Appraisal Institute national organization was not involved in developing or organizing the Program.

The content of this Program, including but not limited to any written materials and presenter comments, does not represent the viewpoint of the Appraisal Institute (defined as including but not limited to, the national organization, its Regions, Chapters, members, candidates, affiliates and staff) unless formally adopted by the national Board of Directors. Further, the Appraisal Institute has not peer-reviewed or approved the content of the Program and does not warrant the accuracy or timeliness of the content of the Program. The content of the Program is subject to court decisions and local, state and federal laws and regulations and any such revisions of such laws and regulations.

This Program is presented with the understanding that the Appraisal Institute is not engaged in rendering legal, accounting or other professional advice or services. Nothing in the Program is to be construed as the offering of such advice or services. If expert advice or services are required, attendees and readers are responsible for obtaining such advice or services from appropriate professionals.

State Credit

Please note that 100% attendance is required in order to receive any approved state credit or to be awarded AI CE points. It is imperative that you check with your state board for state approval information before completing registration.

Other Information

If you have a disability and require accommodation, please notify the sponsor at least two weeks in advance for reasonable accommodations to be arranged.

The Appraisal Institute reserves the rights to cancel, limit, or reschedule the program and to change instructor assignments and facility locations at any time.

• Qualifying Education
  • Class Time: 27 hours
  • Exam Hours: 3.00
• Check in: 8:00-8:30am (First day only)
• Class begins: 8:30am
• Instructor: Mark V. Smeltzer, MAI, SRA, AI-RRS

Course Materials Include:

• Course Handbook (489 pp.)
• Solutions Booklet and Self-Study Problems (396 pp.)
• Case Study Solutions (48 pp.)
• Symbols & Formulas (18 pp.)

The Appraisal Institute is registered with the National Association of State Boards of Accountancy (NASBA) as a sponsor of continuing professional education on the National Registry of CPE Sponsors.

State boards of accountancy have final authority on the acceptance of individual courses for CPE credit. Complaints regarding registered sponsors may be addressed to the National Registry of CPE Sponsors, 150 Fourth Avenue North, Nashville, TN, 37219-2417. Web site: nasba.org.

Delivery Method: Group-Live

You will be asked to clear the calculator’s memory before and after the examination. Only one calculator is permitted in the testing room. Examinees taking most AI exams may bring their own calculator to use during the exam. Laptops, cellular phones, tablets, iPads, wearable technology (smart watch, Apple Watch, Google Glass, etc.), and other devices that can store data or connect to the Internet are NOT permitted during the exam. In addition, all watches, wallets, bags, and purses must be removed and stored out of reach prior to taking the exam.

Cancellation Policy

• Up To 15 days prior to program start date, refund in full.
• 7 – 14 days prior to program start date, $25.00 cancellation fee.
• Less than 7 days prior to program start date, forfeit of payment.

We reserve the right to cancel, limit, or reschedule the course and to change faculty assignments and facility locations at any time. Prospective students should confirm their registration before making any non-refundable airline reservations.

Additional Information

Coffee, tea and water throughout the day…no other food included. Students are on their own for lunch.

Tuition includes download version of class materials only, there are additional charges for shipping of the printed copy of materials.

Certificates of Completion will be e-mailed from the National office in Chicago upon submission of the on-line Instructor Evaluation.

Hotel Accommodations

For room accommodations contact the Holiday Inn Express/Suites [formerly the Best Western), 875 Greentree Road, Pittsburgh PA 15220 (412-922-7070). Discounted room rate per night, advise that you are with Appraisal Institute when making your reservation. The Holiday Inn offers a continental breakfast, free Wi-Fi, fitness room and pool.

Questions? Contact Kari Ballenger at 412-563-1900 or karib@realtorspgh.com

National Disclaimer

State Credit

Please note that 100% attendance is required in order to receive any approved state credit or to be awarded AI CE points. It is imperative that you check with your state board for state approval information before completing registration.

Other Information

If you have a disability and require accommodation, please notify the sponsor at least two weeks in advance for reasonable accommodations to be arranged.

The Appraisal Institute reserves the rights to cancel, limit, or reschedule the program and to change instructor assignments and facility locations at any time.

• Class Time: 6 Hours
• 
Exam Hours: N/A
• Check in: 8:00-8:30am
• Class begins: 8:30am
• Continental Breakfast and Lunch included!!
• Instructor: Oscar L. Hill, Jr., MAI, SRA, AI-GRS

Course Materials Include:

• Course Handbook (237 pp.)
• AI Professional Practices Booklet Supplement (152 pp.)

Cancellation Policy

• Up To 15 days prior to program start date, refund in full.
• 7 – 14 days prior to program start date, $25.00 cancellation fee.
• Less than 7 days prior to program start date, forfeit of payment.

National Disclaimer

State Credit
Please note that 100% attendance is required in order to receive any approved state credit or to be awarded AI CE points. It is imperative that you check with your state board for state approval information before completing registration.

Other Information
If you have a disability and require accommodation, please notify the sponsor at least two weeks in advance for reasonable accommodations to be arranged.

The Appraisal Institute reserves the rights to cancel, limit, or reschedule the program and to change instructor assignments and facility locations at any time.

Golf and Food  $70.00 (6:00pm – 8:00pm)  Sold out!

• 2 Hours Unlimited Gameplay Golf
• Fajita Fiesta & Dessert Trio
• Non-alcoholic beverages
• Individual bar tabs

Instructor: Mark Smeltzer, MAI, SRA, AI-RRS

Qualifying Education

• Class Time: 14 hours
• Exam Hours: 1.00
• Check in: 8:00-8:30am (First day only)
• Class begins: 8:30am

Course Materials Include:

• Course Handbook (239 pp.)
• Case Study Booklet (61 pp.)
• Reference Guide (56 pp.)
• Downloads (1.7 KB)

Cancellation Policy

• Up To 15 days prior to program start date, refund in full.
• 7 – 14 days prior to program start date, $25.00 cancellation fee.
• Less than 7 days prior to program start date, forfeit of payment.

Hotel Accommodations

National Disclaimer

State Credit
Please note that 100% attendance is required in order to receive any approved state credit or to be awarded AI CE points. It is imperative that you check with your state board for state approval information before completing registration.

Other Information
If you have a disability and require accommodation, please notify the sponsor at least two weeks in advance for reasonable accommodations to be arranged.

The Appraisal Institute reserves the rights to cancel, limit, or reschedule the program and to change instructor assignments and facility locations at any time.

Instructor: Mark Smeltzer, MAI, SRA, AI-RRS

• Qualifying Education
• Class Time: 28 hours
• Exam Hours: 2.00
• Check in: 8:00-8:30am (First day only)
• Class begins: 8:30am

Course Materials Include:

• Course Handbook (254 pp.)
• Pre-Class Downloads (53 KB)

Please CLICK HERE to download the REQUIRED files BEFORE the course begins for important tips and tools.

You will be asked to clear the calculator’s memory before and after the examination. Only one calculator is permitted in the testing room. Examinees taking most AI exams may bring their own calculator to use during the exam. Laptops, cellular phones, tablets, iPads, wearable technology (smart watch, Apple Watch, Google Glass, etc.), and other devices that can store data or connect to the Internet are NOT permitted during the exam. In addition, all watches, wallets, bags, and purses must be removed and stored out of reach prior to taking the exam.

Tuition includes download version of class materials only, there are additional charges for shipping of the printed copy of materials.

Certificates of Completion will be e-mailed from the National office in Chicago upon submission of the on-line Instructor Evaluation.

Coffee, tea and water throughout the day…no other food included. Students are on their own for lunch.

Cancellation Policy

• Up To 15 days prior to program start date, refund in full.
• 7 – 14 days prior to program start date, $25.00 cancellation fee.
• Less than 7 days prior to program start date, forfeit of payment.

We reserve the right to cancel, limit, or reschedule the course and to change faculty assignments and facility locations at any time. Prospective students should confirm their registration before making any non-refundable airline reservations.

Hotel Accommodations

For room accommodations contact the Holiday Inn Express/Suites [formerly the Best Western), 875 Greentree Road, Pittsburgh PA 15220 (412-922-7070). Discounted room rate per night, advise that you are with Appraisal Institute when making your reservation. The Holiday Inn offers a continental breakfast, free Wi-Fi, fitness room and pool.

Any questions contact Kari Ballenger at 412-563-1900 or karib@realtorspgh.com.

National Disclaimer

State Credit

Please note that 100% attendance is required in order to receive any approved state credit or to be awarded AI CE points. It is imperative that you check with your state board for state approval information before completing registration.

Other Information

If you have a disability and require accommodation, please notify the sponsor at least two weeks in advance for reasonable accommodations to be arranged.

The Appraisal Institute reserves the rights to cancel, limit, or reschedule the program and to change instructor assignments and facility locations at any time.

Uniform Standards of Prof. Appraisal Practice

• Check in: 8:00am – 8:30am
• Class begins: 8:30am
• Class Time: 7 hours
• Exam Hours: N/A
• Instructor: Mark V. Smeltzer, MAI, SRA, AI-RRS

This is the newest USPAP 7-Hour Update Course, 2024 Version

*Not every state has approved this newest edition of USPAP. It is currently approved in Pennsylvania. Please check with your State for approvals before registering to ensure you receive state continuing education credits.* Check 2024 USPAP State Approvals HERE.

Students are required to have their own copy of the current USPAP.

1. • 2024 Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice (USPAP) Contains USPAP Standards 1 through 10 and students can purchase this full version from TAF for $35. Links to purchase are below:

• • • USPAP interactive digital version:  USPAP Electronic PDF Edition
    • USPAP print version:  USPAP Print Edition  

Tuition includes a downloaded version of the NEWLY required reference manual and the course handbook.  Students that wish to have a printed copy of materials may opt to do so at an additional shipping fee.

Cancellation Policy

• Up To 15 days prior to program start date, refund in full.
• 7 – 14 days prior to program start date, $25.00 cancellation fee.
• Less than 7 days prior to program start date, forfeit of payment.
• We reserve the right to cancel, limit, or reschedule the course and to change faculty assignments and facility locations at any time. Prospective students should confirm their registration before making any non-refundable airline reservations.

AI National Synchronous Participation Requirements

You must have a computer, webcam, and microphone capability to participate and receive continuing or qualifying education credit where approved. It is your responsibility to have the required equipment to participate and receive credit. Visit the System Requirements for Attendees and Share Webcam pages for help.

The instructor must be able to interact with all students. Instructors and administrators will direct questions to each student in the morning and afternoon to which students must respond. Students must be in a location that allows for their full attention and interaction at all times.

Attendance will be monitored throughout the day through webcams and polling. You must turn on your webcam during roll call at the beginning of class so that the instructor can verify your photo identification.

• Check in: 8:00am – 8:30 am
• Class begins: 8:30 am
• 7 CE Hours
• Instructor:  Mark Smeltzer, MAI, SRA, AI-RRS

Location Details:
Marriott Pittsburgh North
100 Cranberry Woods Drive
Cranberry Twp., PA  16066
724-772-3700

Join us for the Western PA Chapter Installations and Social!

• Installation of 2024 Officers and Directors
• Presentation of Designation Certificates
• Barone Berman Award Presentation

Tickets include dinner buffet served in stations and 2 drinks.

Buffer Dinner:

• Salad & Fresh Fruit
• Pistachio Crusted Chicken / Salmon
• Vegetables
• Rolls & Butter
• Dessert

Attire: Business Casual

Questions: email karib@realtorspgh.com or call 412-563-1900.

In November 2022, an Allegheny County Judge ruled that the county had “cooked the books” in its sales validation process, artificially inflating assessment-to-market-value ratio by over 17 percentage points! If you or your clients have participated in assessment appeals since 2017, you most likely are overpaying taxes.

Join the Western Pennsylvania Chapter of the Appraisal Institute as Anthony Barna, MAI, of IRR, and Sharon DiPaolo, Esquire, of Siegel Jennings Property Tax Law, break down the impact on taxpayers and update us on the the state of the assessment battle.

Registration includes a plated lunch at 11:30AM.

• Continental breakfast and lunch included.
• Instructor: Mark V. Smeltzer, MAI, SRA, AI-GRS, AI-RRS

• Class time: 5 pm – 7 pm
• Materials will be provided in class.
• Instructor:  Mark Smeltzer, MAI, SRA, AI-GRS, AI-RRS

The 2 Hour PA Appraisal Law Seminar includes coverage of the history of the regulation of appraisers in theCommonwealth of Pennsylvania and the enabling legislation. Including the Real Estate License andRegistration Act, the Financial Institutions Reform, Recovery and Enforcement Act, The Real Estate Appraisers Certification Act, the Assessors Certification Law, and the Appraisal Management Company Registration Act, along with amendments.

Information on the makeup and the powers and duties of the Pennsylvania State Board of Certified Real EstateAppraisers is discussed. The program includes an explanation of the types of certifications, and licenses available in the Commonwealth and the requirements for certification and licensure. The program alsoincludes coverage the requirements and responsibilities for trainees and supervisors, recertificationrequirements, disciplinary actions the Board may take, requirements for proper use of certification number and title, and the most common errors found by board reviewers.

• Check in: 8-8:30am (first day only)
• Class begins: 8:30am
• Class Time: 15 Hours
• Exam Time: 1 Hour
• Instructor:  Mark Smeltzer, MAI, SRA, AI-GRS, AI-RRS

Note. State licensed and certified course participants who wish to complete the 15-Hour National USPAP Course may do so, but it will only count for state CE (elective) credit and will not meet the National USPAP requirement for state licensing retention. Course participants who are required to complete the 15-hour National USPAP Course due to current trainee licensing rules and regulations, will receive the QE credit for their successful completion of this pre-qualification course.