Understanding the Appraisal Process

Understanding the Appraisal Process: Never Misestimate Property Value Again.

Master Property Valuation. Guide Clients Confidently. Price with Precision.

3-Hour Maryland Continuing Education Elective Course | Category F – Professional Enhancements | Live Online via Zoom

Understanding the appraisal process is fundamental to your success as a Maryland real estate professional. This comprehensive Maryland appraisal continuing education course provides in-depth analysis of property valuation methods, appraisal principles, and market value determination so you can confidently advise clients and ensure they never overpay for a property.

Whether you're analyzing comparable properties, reviewing appraisal reports, or helping clients understand how property features affect value, this course gives you the knowledge and confidence to handle real estate valuations with expertise and professional precision.

In just 3 hours, you'll gain critical insights into:

• The differences between CMA, BPO, and formal property appraisals
• Fundamental appraisal principles including highest and best use, substitution, and contribution
• How property features like location, lot size, floor plan, and amenities impact market value
• House styles and types and their effect on property valuation
• How to select appropriate comparable properties for accurate valuations
• Understanding appraisal reports and how adjustments are calculated
• How to identify red flags in appraisal reports
• Cost-effective strategies to maximize property market value

Key Topics Include:

• The role of appraisals in real estate transactions, financing, taxation, and insurance
• Basic valuation principles and how they apply to residential properties
• The three approaches to value: sales comparison, cost, and income approaches
• How to analyze and interpret appraisal report adjustments
• Common appraisal mistakes and how to spot problematic valuations
• Strategies to better price properties for listings and negotiations
• Practical methods to increase property value without major investment
• Real-world case studies and appraisal scenarios

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Course Format: Live, Interactive & Convenient

• Delivered via Zoom by experienced Maryland real estate instructors
• Interactive Q&A – get your specific questions answered in real time
• Live roleplay scenarios to practice agency disclosure and representation
• Attend from anywhere – home, office, or on the go (must be stationary for the course, cannot be driving, etc)
• Full credit upon completion – meets Maryland continuing education requirements for real estate license renewal

Course Requirements & Policies

To receive credit for this course, you must:

• ✓ Attend the entire 3-hour session from start to finish
• ✓ Keep your camera ON for the full duration of the class (required for credit verification)
• ✓ Arrive on time – late arrivals will not receive course credit

Cancellation & Rescheduling Policy:

• No refunds or reschedules within 24 hours of class start time
• Cancellations made more than 24 hours in advance may receive account credit toward future Tristar Academy courses
• No-shows and camera-off violations will not receive credit or refunds

Who Should Take This Maryland Appraisal Course?

• Non-First Renewals: Maryland real estate agents and brokers seeking Category F elective continuing education credit
• New licensees looking to strengthen their property valuation skills
• Experienced professionals who want to better understand appraisal reports and valuation methods
• Agents who want to provide clients with expert guidance on pricing and property value

This live online real estate education course satisfies Maryland broker and agent CE requirements as a Category F elective. Tristar Academy is approved by the Maryland Real Estate Commission for continuing education.