Category Archives: Appraisal Course

Register Today for March through June 2021 Real Property Seminars (Updated)

Dear ASA Members and Friends,

We wanted to let you know that we are moving ahead with another offering of Real Property Continuing Education Classes in March, April and May 2021. More classes are coming in June as well. Check back at this website for updated information or contact us here.

Robert Luciani and his team will be offering the following Real Property Seminars as noted on this website at the events page.

Registration:

Send a note with your name, address, email address and phone number and mail with a check for the appropriate amount payable to:

Metro. Phila. Appraisal Seminars
℅ Blythe Kelly (609-502-4037)
135 Wells Road
Doylestown, PA 18901

Registration Information Required
Name:
Address:
Email Address:
Phone Number:

Advisory: Please note that due to the ongoing Covid-19 pandemic, the classes will be conducted with appropriate safety measures and social distancing. If any of the classes cannot be held, participants will be notified in advance and either credit will be provided for future classes or refunds will be available.

Register Today for January and February 2021 Real Property Seminars

Dear ASA Members and Friends,

We wanted to let you know that we are moving ahead with offering Real Property Continuing Education Classes in early 2021.

Robert Luciani and his team will be offering the following Real Property Seminars:

Seminar Topics:

Multi-family Income Property Valuation

Understanding Leases

APB Valuation Advisory #8 From the Appraisal Foundation: Collection & Verification of Residential Data in the Sales Comparison Approach

RP Seminar: PA Appraisers/Assessors Certification Law

Dates/Times/Fees:

Download the PDF with dates, times and fees here for January and February courses here.

Registration:

Send a note with your name, address, email address and phone number and mail with check for the appropriate amount payable (see PDF) to:

Metro. Phila. Appraisal Seminars
℅ Blythe Kelly (609-502-4037)
135 Wells Road
Doylestown, PA 18901

Registration Information Required
Name:
Address:
Email Address:
Phone Number:

The 2020 Business Valuation Seminar has been rescheduled!

The Philadelphia Chapter of the ASA will hold its 15th Annual Business Valuation Seminar on September 10, 2020 as a virtual meeting organized and hosted by the Philadelphia ASA on Zoom so you can attend from the comfort of your home or office.

We’ve also made the program more affordable because we understand that this has been a tough year and because we do not have the usual overhead of meeting space, etc.

The program will include a variety of topics presented by key thought leaders.

For more details, click here.

USPAP Continuing Education Classes Update

Dear ASA Members and Friends,

To say this year has been a challenge is an understatement.

Nonetheless, the ASA hopes to continue with USPAP classes before the end of 2020. If they are in person, there will be social distancing.

If they cannot be in person, they will likely be hosted virtually. As always, your trusted instructor Robert Luciani and his team will keep you up to date and informed.

If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to reach out by contacting us.

Regards,

The ASA Philadelphia Chapter Board.

2020-2021 7-Hour National USPAP Update Course

The Philadelphia Chapter of the American Society of Appraisers will sponsor an all-discipline National USPAP 2020-2021 7-hour Update Course on Tuesday, March 10 from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm. The course will be held at Caitlyn & Cody’s Diner & Restaurant, 1907 John Fries Hwy (Rte 663), Quakertown, PA 18951 (Phone: 215-536-8888). The instructor will be Robert J. Luciani, ASA, IFA. Sign-in starts at 8:30 am.

Robert Luciani, ASA IFA Mr. Luciani is a PA Certified Real Estate Appraiser & Assessor. He is Deputy Assessor in the Office of Property Assessment for the City of Philadelphia. Chapter Members are familiar with him from the courses he teaches as an AQB (Appraiser Qualifications Board) Certified USPAP Instructor.

2020-2021 7-HR USPAP Update Course The National USPAP Update Course from the Appraisal Foundation is a one-day course that focuses on changes to USPAP for 2020-21 and on appraisal issues that affect daily appraisal practice. Mr. Luciani will present the current changes to USPAP in a variety of scenarios that challenge participants to interpret and apply USPAP to situations they encounter in their daily practice. This course is designed to assist appraisers in all areas of appraisal practice seeking competency in USPAP, including those subject to state licensing and certification and continuing education requirements imposed by professional organizations, client groups, or employers.

This course is required for all State Licensed or Certified Real Property Appraisers and Assessors. All who register and pay by February 28 will receive their C.E. Certificate at the end of the class.

The cost of the 1-day course is $189 per person and includes both USPAP books, breakfast at 8:30 am, lunch, and an afternoon snack.

Seating is limited, so please register early for the course, which meets the USPAP continuing education requirements for most appraisers, including the ASA requirement of one 7-hour USPAP update course every five years for accredited appraisers.

To pay online with your major credit card or PayPal go to the ASA Philadelphia Members Page, otherwise please make checks payable to ASA Philadelphia Chapter 35 and mail to 7201 Frankford Ave Box #6, Philadelphia, PA 19135. Real Property Appraisers and Assessors should include their License or Certification Number and State (PA, NJ, DE). For questions about the Course, please call Blythe Kelly at 609-502-4037.

November Meeting: A First Look at USPAP 2020-21

Robert Luciani, ASA IFA The November Chapter Meeting will be held on Wednesday, November 20, 2019, at the Doubletree Guest Suites in Plymouth Meeting, PA. The Board of Directors will meet at 5:30 pm; all ASA members are welcome. The general meeting starts at 6:30. The keynote speaker will be Robert J. Luciani, ASA, IFA, who will take “A First Look at USPAP 2020-21.”

Mr. Luciani is a PA Certified Real Estate Appraiser & Assessor. He is Deputy Assessor in the Office of Property Assessment for the City of Philadelphia. Chapter Members are familiar with him from the courses he teaches as an AQB (Appraiser Qualifications Board) Certified USPAP Instructor.

Newly released, USPAP 2020-21 takes effect January 1, 2020. A significant revision is that the Restricted Appraisal Report may now be used when there are intended users in addition to the client. Mr. Luciani will introduce this and other changes

Mr. Luciani’s presentation is sure to be of value to ASA members in all disciplines. As seating for this talk is limited, please register ASAP for this educational and productive evening which qualifies for 2 hours credit toward ASA reaccreditation.

Dinner is $35 per person for members and guests. To pay online with your major credit card or PayPal go to the ASA Philadelphia Members Page. Otherwise please bring a check payable to ASA Philadelphia Chapter 35 to the meeting. Please RSVP today to Executive Secretary Anita Luciani by mail to ASA Philadelphia, 7201 Frankford Ave # 6, Philadelphia, PA 19135-1010 or preferably by email.

2019 Holiday Charity Event & Happy Hour

The Philadelphia Chapter of the American Society of Appraisers will sponsor a Charity Event and Happy Hour on Thursday, December 5, 2019 from 5:00-8:00 pm in the Fayette Room on the first floor of The Great American Pub (610-940-0540), 123 Fayette Street, Conshohocken PA. The event will benefit Cradles to Crayons.

Charity Event. This will be a FREE event but we are asking for a $15 Donation at the door (no clothing please) from each attendee that will go directly to Cradles to Crayons, a charity that helps children living in low-income and homeless situations.

Happy Hour. Enjoy a delicious selection of hot and cold hors d’oeuvres and an open bar (soda, draft beer, all house wines, and liquor), all courtesy of the Philadelphia Chapter.

Registration Required. The event is FREE for Philadelphia Chapter members and their guests, but space is limited so please visit the ASA Philadelphia Eventbrite Page or our Facebook Page to REGISTER if you plan to attend.

Guests Welcome. We’re ready and eager for a big turn-out for our fifth charity service event, so bring a friend. Spouses, colleagues, and guests are welcome! Please, direct questions about the event to Executive Secretary Anita Luciani, by mail to ASA Philadelphia, 7201 Frankford Ave # 6, Philadelphia, PA 19135-1010, by email, phone (215-688-3999), or fax (215-333-2884).

Fall Social: Philadelphia Regional Appraisers Happy Hour

The Philadelphia Chapter of the American Society of Appraisers (ASA) will sponsor a Social and Networking Event on Wednesday, October 23, 2019, from 6:00-8:00 pm on the second floor of Ladder 15, 1528 Sansom Street, Philadelphia, PA 19012 (map). The firehouse turned upscale tavern is conveniently located near SEPTA’s City Hall, and Suburban stations and PATCO’s 15th & Locust station in Center City Philadelphia.

Networking and Social

Get acquainted with the Philadelphia regional appraisal industry and learn how you can become involved or advance your career!

Bring your business cards and resumes!
Grow your referral and career network.
Students, professionals, and guests Welcome.

Payment

The subsidized cost for the Happy Hour is just $15 per person for members and guests. The price includes appetizers and two drink tickets. This is a deal too good to pass up, so sign up at your earliest convenience. Seating is limited and may well sell out!

To pay online with your major credit card or PayPal click on the Pay Now button or go to the ASA Philadelphia Members Only page, otherwise please make checks payable to ASA Philadelphia Chapter 35 and mail — to arrive by October 1 — to Anita Luciani, Administrative Assistant, ASA Philadelphia, 1229 Chestnut St PMB 232, Philadelphia, PA 19107-4140. Email Anita with questions.

March Meeting: Changing the Internet

The March Chapter Meeting will be held on Wednesday, March 20, 2019, at the Doubletree Guest Suites, Plymouth Meeting, PA. The Board of Directors will meet at 5:30 pm; all ASA members are welcome. The general meeting starts at 6:30. The guest speaker will be John E. Deneen, who is the Co-Founder and CEO of Cloud Level, LLC and the Principal of Domain Name Marketplace. Mr. Deneen will talk about his successes and setbacks “Changing the Internet.”

John Deneen John is a peripatetic scholar turned serial entrepreneur. He crowned his academic career with a J.D. in Usability Law from Villanova Law and dove into business ventures that leverage the power of the Internet. His latest, Cloud Level LLC, specializes in Mobile Application Development, Cloud Applications, Microsoft Technology Solutions, Web Technology, and Services. A self-aware and eloquent adventurer, John’s “Changing the Internet” story is sure to be both entertaining and informative

As seating for this talk is limited, please register early for this educational evening which qualifies for 2 hours credit toward ASA reaccreditation. Please RSVP by mail (address below) or by email by Friday, March 15.

Dinner is $35 per person for members and guests. To pay online with your major credit card or PayPal go to the ASA Philadelphia Members Only Page. Otherwise please make checks payable to ASA Philadelphia Chapter 35 and send to Administrative Assistant Anita Luciani by mail to ASA Philadelphia, 1229 Chestnut St PMB 232, Philadelphia, PA 19107-4140.