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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 IFAMr. 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 CourseThe 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.

Pay NowTo 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.

7-Hour National USPAP Update Course

The Philadelphia Chapter of the American Society of Appraisers will sponsor an all-discipline National USPAP 2016-2017 7-hour Update Course on Thursday, September 15, 2016 from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm.  The course will be held at the Marriott SpringHill Suites, 430 Plymouth Rd, Plymouth Meeting, PA 19462 (Phone: 610-940-0400).  The instructor will be Robert J. Luciani, ASA.  Sign-in starts at 8:30 am.

USPAP2016 2017The National USPAP Update Course from the Appraisal Foundation is a one-day course that focuses on recent changes to USPAP requirements for ethical behavior and competent performance by appraisers.  This course, which clarifies several commonly misunderstood aspects of USPAP, will aid appraisers in all areas of appraisal practice seeking updated USPAP competency, including those subject to state licensing or 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.


The cost of the 1-day course is $155 per person and includes a course manual, morning and afternoon coffee breaks, snacks and soft drinks.  The USPAP 2016-2017 book is available to attendees at the discounted price of $65. Attendees must either purchase the book or bring a laptop or tablet with Internet access to class.

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 (AM, ASA, FASA) 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 Executive Secretary Joanne Paciello, 8 Terrace Rd, Plymouth Meeting, PA 19462.  RSVP by email, phone (610-277-1366) or fax (610-277-1366).

7-Hour National USPAP Update Course

The Philadelphia Chapter of the American Society of Appraisers will sponsor an all-discipline National USPAP 2014-2015 7-hour Update Course on Thursday, November 20, 2014 from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm.  The course will be held at the Marriott SpringHill Suites, 430 Plymouth Rd, Plymouth Meeting, PA 19462 (Phone: 610-940-0400).  The instructor will be Robert J. Luciani, ASA.  Sign-in starts at 8:30am.

USPAP2014 2015The National USPAP Update Course from the Appraisal Foundation is a one-day course that focuses on recent changes to USPAP requirements for ethical behavior and competent performance by appraisers.  This course, which clarifies several commonly misunderstood aspects of USPAP, will aid appraisers in all areas of appraisal practice seeking updated USPAP competency, including those subject to state licensing or 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.

The cost of the 1-day course is $135 per person and includes a student manual, coffee breaks and snacks.  The USPAP 2014-2015 book is available to attendees at the discounted price of $60. Attendees must either purchase the book or bring a laptop with Internet access to class.

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 (AM, ASA, FASA) 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 Executive Secretary Joanne Paciello, 8 Terrace Rd, Plymouth Meeting, PA 19462.  RSVP by email, phone (610-277-1366) or fax (610-277-1366).

September Meeting: Appraisal Audit Reviews

 

The September Chapter Meeting will be held on Wednesday, September 18, 2013 at the Doubletree Guest Suites in Plymouth Meeting, PA. The Board of Directors will meet at 5:00 pm; all ASA members are welcome. The general meeting starts at 6:30. The guest speaker will be ASA Philadelphia Chapter member David R. Aglira, ASA. Mr. Aglira, who is ASA designated in both Real Property (Urban) and MTS (Machinery & Equipment), is a Managing Director in KPMG’s Economic and Valuation Services practice.  He will talk about “Audit Reviews of Appraisals for Financial Reporting.”

davidagliraMr. Aglira took his B.S. at James Madison University and is enrolled at Villanova for an M.B.A. in 2014. David specializes in valuations for the pharmaceutical, telecommunications, gaming, retail, and heavy manufacturing industries. He has performed valuations related to mergers and acquisitions, financial reporting, corporate restructuring, income tax and tax planning for large and middle market multinational clients across a range of industries.

Mr. Aglira will outline some of the issues and misconceptions surrounding audit reviews associated with appraisals performed for financial reporting purposes. He will discuss best practices for these appraisals and the accounting regulations that can trigger questions about them.

Please register early for this educational and productive evening which qualifies for 2 hours credit toward ASA reaccreditation.

Dinner is $35 per person for members and guests. Members: Last chance this season to buy the 5 Meeting Plan for $110 – a $65 saving! 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. Please RSVP by Friday, September 4, to Executive Secretary Joanne Paciello by mail to 8 Terrace Rd, Plymouth Meeting, PA 19462, email, phone (610-277-1366) or fax (610-277-1366).