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Appraisal Institute Education

General Appraiser Income Approach/Part 1 | Program Details

After a brief review and introduction, General Appraiser Income Approach/Part 1 opens with a graphic treatment of the time value of money, the six financial functions of a dollar, and important associated concepts. A thorough, detailed analysis of gross income including leases and the various expenses appropriately deducted from gross income follows, with realistic case studies of several income property types. Direct capitalization is then presented using overall capitalization rates, band of investment, and residual techniques. Substantial class time is devoted to practicing the taught concepts to prepare participant for the exam.

National Registry of CPE SponsorsThe 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: www.nasba.org.

Delivery Method: Group-Live

Program Overview
Table of Contents and Overview [PDF]
Course Schedule [PDF]

Recommended Text
Capitalization Theory & Techniques Study Guide, 3rd ed.
The Dictionary of Real Estate Appraisal, 5th ed.
Mathematics for Real Estate Appraisers
Rates and Ratios Used in the Income Capitalization Approach
The Appraisal of Real Estate, 13th ed.

Ordering Information
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Tuition
Please contact the sponsoring chapter for information on fees applicable to chapter programs.

Required Equipment

  • HP12C calculator
  • HP12C calculator user's manual
  • You must be familiar with calculator operation when the course begins. Answers to problems in course material are shown using the HP12C. Do not come to class expecting to be taught how to use a financial calculator.
  • Free ReviewUsing a Financial Calculator; Symbols and Formulas, Capitalization Selection Tree, and Sample Problems; and Financial Calculator Practice Exercises
  • For additional help with the HP12C calculator, take our online seminar, Using Your HP12C Financial Calculator.
  • Laptops NOT REQUIRED

  • Appraisal Institute Credit Hours
    30 hours (including 3-hour exam)

    To receive credit, participants must attend 100% of the program.

    AI CE Credit for Designated and Associate Members
    This program is approved for 1 hour of Appraisal Institute CE credit for every hour taken.

    Prerequisites

  • Basic Appraisal Principles
  • Basic Appraisal Procedures

    Students must sign a waiver at the beginning of the course stating that they have the prerequisites. If they do not, they will not hold the Appraisal Institute responsible and will not expect to receive special attention during the course.

    Who Should Enroll
    Those seeking General Appraiser Certification, underwriters, lenders, and assessors.

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  • Class Schedule & Locations

    09/21/2010 - 09/24/2010
    Location: St. Louis, MO
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    Sponsor: Greater St. Louis
    Contact: Cathy Mifflin, (314) 355-8890
    Instructor: Scheidt, Don R., MAI, SRA & Potts Sr., Douglas A., MAI
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    09/27/2010 - 09/30/2010
    Location: Kent, WA
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    Sponsor: Seattle
    Contact: Darcy Galvan, (206) 622-8425
    Instructor: DeWeese, Gary S., MAI
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    10/04/2010 - 10/07/2010
    Location: Houston, TX
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    Sponsor: Houston
    Contact: Ginger Coleman, (713) 668-1757
    Instructor: Kirby, Thomas R., MAI, SRA & Pending, Instructor
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    10/15/2010 - 10/19/2010, There is no instruction on Sunday October 17
    Location: Sandy, UT
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    Sponsor: Utah
    Contact: Sheri Zaugg, (801) 294-6715
    Instructor: Jorgensen, Kerry M., MAI & Pending, Instructor
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    10/22/2010 - 10/25/2010
    Location: Dallas, TX
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    Sponsor: North Texas
    Contact: Ruth Kelton, (972) 233-2244
    Instructor: Fanning, Stephen F., MAI & Naeter, George N., MAI
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    11/09/2010 - 11/12/2010
    Location: Tigard, OR
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    Sponsor: Greater Oregon
    Contact: Vicki Champ, (503) 316-1979
    Instructor: Larrabee, Matthew, MAI & Pending, Instructor
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    11/30/2010 - 12/03/2010
    Location: Indianapolis, IN
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    Sponsor: Hoosier State
    Contact: Shannon O'Keefe, (317) 815-1340
    Instructor: Scheidt, Don R., MAI, SRA
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    06/07/2011 - 06/10/2011
    Location: Atlanta, GA
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    Sponsor: Atlanta Area
    Contact: Suzanne Brockway, (770) 803-0024
    Instructor: Lennhoff, David C., MAI, SRA & Vernor, PhD, James D., MAI


    09/13/2011 - 09/16/2011
    Location: Tukwila, WA
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    Sponsor: Seattle
    Contact: Darcy Galvan, (206) 622-8425
    Instructor: DeWeese, Gary S., MAI & Safer, Allen N., MAI