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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.

3-HR Pennsylvania Understanding Leases Course

The Philadelphia Chapter of the American Society of Appraisers will sponsor a three-hour Pennsylvania Continuing Education class — Understanding Leases on Wednesday, November 28, 2018 from 9:00 am to noon at Andy’s Diner, 2224 Lincoln Highway (Rte 1) Trevose, PA 19053 (215-638-1444)

Robert Luciani squareThe instructor will be Robert J. Luciani, ASA, IFA, a PA Certified Real Estate Appraiser & Assessor. Mr. Luciani 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.

From farmland to factories, from malls to warehouses, from hotels to offices, from stores to apartments, more than 60% of Pennsylvania real estate is leased, not owned outright. This course reviews basic lease law, both common law and Pennsylvania statutes.

3hr_understanding_leasesAppraisers will learn how the terms and provisions of leases impact the income stream, the valuation process, and ultimately the property value. Assessors will get an overview of how lease terms such as expenses, percentage rent, overage rent and tenant improvements establish the value of the lease for assessment purposes. Both will be exposed to the basics of lease analysis — gross vs. net leases, percentage of sales clauses, etc. The object is preparation for advanced courses in real property appraising and assessing.

Please register early for this class which qualifies for three (3) hours of Continuing Education Credit for Pennsylvania Licensed Appraisers and Assessors.

Tuition for the class is $65 per person, which includes all course materials, breakfast at 8:30 am and lunch at noon, and may be paid by check or online. 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, including your name, phone number and email address, to ASA Philadelphia, 1229 Chestnut St PMB 232, Philadelphia, PA 19107-4140. Please RSVP by email to Anita Luciani, Administrative Assistant.

PLEASE NOTE: Mr. Luciani will conduct two (2) Pennsylvania Continuing Ed classes for Appraisers and Assessors at Andy’s Diner on Wednesday, November 28, 2018, a 3-HR Pennsylvania Understanding Leases Course ($65) from 9:00 am to noon, and a 2-HR Pennsylvania Appraisal Law Course ($45) from 1:00-3:00 pm.

2-HR Pennsylvania Appraisal Law Course

The Philadelphia Chapter of the American Society of Appraisers will sponsor a two-hour Pennsylvania Appraisers/Assessors Law Certification Course on Wednesday, November 28, 2018 from 1:00-3:00 pm at Andy’s Diner, 2224 Lincoln Highway (Rte 1) Trevose, PA 19053 (215-638-1444)

Robert LucianiThe instructor will be Robert J. Luciani, ASA, IFA, a PA Certified Real Estate Appraiser & Assessor. Mr. Luciani 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.

The class covers the required topics of the Pennsylvania Real Estate Appraisers Certification Act and the Assessors Certification Law, and the Regulations of the Pennsylvania State Board of Certified Real Estate Appraisers.  It emphasizes changes to the laws made during the past two years and offers a refresher on the provisions most relevant to everyday practice.

2-HR PA Appraisal Law CourseThe Pennsylvania State Board of Certified Real Estate Appraisers requires biennial recertification for State Licensed Appraisers and Assessors, with all certificates expiring on June 30 of odd-numbered years (eg., 6/30/19).  This class meets the specific requirement for two (2) appraisal re-certification hours on the Real Estate Appraisers Certification Act.

Please register early for this mandatory class which qualifies for two (2) hours of Continuing Education Credit for Pennsylvania Licensed Appraisers and Assessors.

Tuition for the class is $45 per person, which includes all course materials and lunch at noon, and may be paid by check or online. 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, including your name, phone number, and email address, to ASA Philadelphia, 1229 Chestnut St PMB 232, Philadelphia, PA 19107-4140. Please RSVP by email to Anita Luciani, Administrative Assistant.

PLEASE NOTE: Mr. Luciani will conduct two (2) Pennsylvania Continuing Ed classes for Appraisers and Assessors at Andy’s Diner on Wednesday, November 28, 2018, a 3-HR Pennsylvania Understanding Leases Course ($65) from 9:00 am to noon, and a 2-HR Pennsylvania Appraisal Law Course ($45) from 1:00-3:00 pm.

Real Property: 4-Hour Continuing Education Class

The Philadelphia Chapter of the American Society of Appraisers will sponsor a four (4) hour class – Collection & Verification of Residential Data in the Sales Comparison Approach – from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm on Thursday, September 27, 2018, at the Hilton Garden Inn, 530 W Pennsylvania Ave, Fort Washington, PA 19034 (215-646-4637). The instructor will be Robert J. Luciani, ASA.

Robert J. Luciani, ASA

The four-hour Collection & Verification of Residential Data in the Sales Comparison Approach Class is required of all Licensed Pennsylvania and New Jersey Real Property Appraisers before the next license renewal. The class is based on Valuation Advisory #8 from the Appraisal Practices Board of The Appraisal Foundation.

Please register early for this mandatory class which qualifies for four (4) hours of Continuing Education (CE) Credit for Pennsylvania and New Jersey Licensed Appraisers.


Tuition for the course is $75.00, which includes course materials and a Continental Breakfast. Please complete the Registration Form and mail it with your check for $75.00 to ASA Philadelphia Chapter, c/o Blythe Kelly (609-502-4037), 135 Wells Rd, Doylestown, PA 18901. Seating is limited so please reserve ASAP.

2-HR PA Appraisal Law Course

2-HR Pennsylvania Appraisal Law Course

The Philadelphia Chapter of the American Society of Appraisers will sponsor a two-hour Pennsylvania Appraisers/Assessors Law Certification Course on Tuesday, May 9, 2017 from 4:00-6:00 pm at the Hilton Garden Inn, 530 Pennsylvania Ave, Fort Washington, PA (215-646-4637). The instructor will be Robert J. Luciani, ASA.

2hr pa certification courseThe class covers required topics of the Pennsylvania Real Estate Appraisers Certification Act and the Assessors Certification Law, and the Regulations of the Pennsylvania State Board of Certified Real Estate Appraisers.  It emphasizes changes to the laws made during the past two years, and offers a refresher on the provisions most relevant to everyday practice.

The Pennsylvania State Board of Certified Real Estate Appraisers requires biennial recertification for State Licensed Appraisers and Assessors, with all certificates expiring on June 30 of odd-numbered years (i.e., 6/30/17).  This class meets the specific requirement for two (2) appraisal re-certification hours on the Real Estate Appraisers Certification Act.​

Please register early for this mandatory class which qualifies for two (2) hours of Continuing Education Credit for Pennsylvania Licensed Appraisers and Assessors.

Tuition for the class is $45 per person, which includes all course materials, and may be paid by check or online. 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, including your name, phone number and email address, 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 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).

November Meeting: Preview of Next USPAP Changes

The November Chapter Meeting will be held on Wednesday, November 18, 2015 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 guest speaker will be Chapter Member and Past President, Robert J. Luciani, ASA, who will preview the “Changes to USPAP Effective January 1, 2016.”

lucianiA PA Certified Real Estate Appraiser & Assessor, Mr. Luciani is also a PA Licensed Real Estate Broker. He is an Adjunct Professor of Real Estate at the Community College of Philadelphia and a Deputy Assessor in the Office of Property Assessment for the City of Philadelphia. Chapter Members are all familiar with the courses he teaches as an AQB (Appraiser Qualifications Board) Certified USPAP Instructor.

Mr. Luciani’s presentation is sure to be of interest to ASA members in all disciplines. As seating for this talk is limited, 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. 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, November 13, 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).

2-Hr. Pennsylvania Appraisal Law Course

The Philadelphia Chapter of the American Society of Appraisers will sponsor a two-hour Pennsylvania Appraisers/Assessors Law Certification Course on Wednesday, March 18, 2015 from 4:00-6:00 pm at the Doubletree Guest Suites in Plymouth Meeting, PA. The instructor will be Robert J. Luciani, ASA.

2hr pa certification courseThe class covers required topics of the Pennsylvania Real Estate Appraisers Certification Act and the Assessors Certification Law, and the Regulations of the Pennsylvania State Board of Certified Real Estate Appraisers.  It emphasizes changes to the laws made during the past two years, and offers a refresher on the provisions most relevant to everyday practice.

The Pennsylvania State Board of Certified Real Estate Appraisers requires biennial recertification for State Licensed Appraisers and Assessors, with all certificates expiring on June 30 of odd-numbered years (i.e., 6/30/15).  This class meets the specific requirement for two (2) appraisal re-certification hours on the Real Estate Appraisers Certification Act.​

Please register early for this mandatory class which qualifies for two (2) hours of Continuing Education Credit for Pennsylvania Licensed Appraisers and Assessors.

Tuition for the class is $45 per person, which includes all course materials, and may be paid by check or online. 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, including your name, phone number and email address, to Executive Secretary Joanne Paciello, 8 Terrace Rd, Plymouth Meeting, PA 19462.  RSVP by email, phone (610-277-1366) or fax (610-277-1366).

NOTE: Appraisers taking this class may also be interested in attending the March Meeting of the ASA Philadelphia Chapter​ on the same ​day, in the same location, starting right after the class at 6:30 pm.

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).