Tosh & Associates
School of Real Estate Appraisal
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Course Descriptions
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APPRAISING RESIDENTIAL AND INCOME PROPERTIES
| Course # | ARIP/OREA #04751003 |
|---|---|
| BE Hours | 59 |
| CE Hours | 56 |
| Description | BE Topics Covered: Influences on Real Estate Value Economic Principles Valuation Process Highest & Best Use Analysis Site Value Gross Rent Multiplier Analysis Operating Expense Ratio Cash Flow Estimates Types of Value Real Estate Market & Analysis Property Description Sales Comparisons Approach Cost Approach Estimation of Income & Expenses Valuation of Partial Interests Discounted Cash Flow Analysis Direct Capitalization Narrative Report Writing Textbook by Henry Harrison. |
ENVIRONMENTAL HAZARDS
| Course # | EH/OREA # 05751C109 |
|---|---|
| BE Hours | 0 |
| CE Hours | 7 |
| Description | This course provides real estate professionals with an overview of the many global environmental problems and familiarizes them with the National, Regional and Local environmental problems that effect everyone. |
HP12C COURSE
| Course # | HP12C/OREA #04751C103 |
|---|---|
| BE Hours | 0 |
| CE Hours | 4 |
| Description | Students should bring their own HP12C calculator if possible. This course demonstrates the use of the HP12C for real estate appraisal purposes and determining mortgage payments as well as APRs. The HP12C is a vital tool for all appraisers, lenders and realtors. At the end of the 4 hour course, the student will have the basic skills required to use the calculator properly. |
INTERNAL RATE OF RETURN
| Course # | IRR/OREA #05751C105 |
|---|---|
| BE Hours | 0 |
| CE Hours | 7 |
| Description | This course will cover bonds before and after taxes, property appreciation, proving IRR calculations and office building IRR calculations. |
NARRATIVE APPRAISAL REPORTS
| Course # | NAR/OREA #05751C107 |
|---|---|
| BE Hours | 0 |
| CE Hours | 7 |
| Description | This course trains appraisers who already have basic appraisal skills and who are familiar with appraisal process how to prepare and write an appraisal report. |
REAL ESTATE ECONOMICS
| Course # | RE ECO/OREA #03751002 |
|---|---|
| BE Hours | 56 |
| CE Hours | 53 |
| Description | This course speaks to the influences on real estate value, the operating expense ratios and the economic principles that drive the appraisal industry. This is an intensive course that will answer numerous questions with regard to the foundation of appraisal theory. |
REAL ESTATE FINANCE
| Course # | RE FIN/OREA #04751C101 |
|---|---|
| BE Hours | 0 |
| CE Hours | 15 |
| Description | This two day course will provide insight and understanding of the methods of finance associated with real estate transactions. |
REAL ESTATE LAW
| Course # | RE LAW/OREA #04751C102 |
|---|---|
| BE Hours | 0 |
| CE Hours | 15 |
| Description | This two day course will touch upon the basic legal aspects of real estate and provides a good base for the practicing appraiser. |
TESTIFYING AS AN EXPERT WITNESS
| Course # | TEW/OREA #05751C108 |
|---|---|
| BE Hours | 0 |
| CE Hours | 7 |
| Description | This class teaches the student about one of the most challenging aspects of appraisal work. The class begins with information explaining the many reasons why appraisers act as expert witnesses. It covers the ways in which appraisers work with attorneys and explains the difference between an expert witness and factual witness. |
THE COMPLETE APPRAISAL PROCESS
| Course # | CAP/OREA #03751001 |
|---|---|
| BE Hours | 56 |
| CE Hours | 53 |
| Description | BE Topics: Influences on Real Estate Value Economic Principles Valuation Process Highest & Best Use Analysis Site Value Gross Rent Multiplier Analysis Operating Expense Ratio Cash Flow Estimates Discounted Cash Flow Analysis Types of Value Real Estate Market & Analysis Property Description Sales Comparisons Approach Cost Approach Estimation of Income & Expenses Direct Capitalization Measures of Cash Flow Textbook: 'Real Estate Appraisal' written by Walt Huber, Levin Messick and William Pivar. |
THE NATIONAL USPAP COURSE
| Course # | USPAP/OREA #05751004 |
|---|---|
| BE Hours | 15 |
| CE Hours | 15 |
| Description | This two day course is an AQB Certified Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice Course that is required for all appraisers that are working towards licensing. There is a required exam at the end of day two. |
THE NATIONAL USPAP COURSE UPDATE
| Course # | USPAP UPDATE/OREA #05751C104 |
|---|---|
| BE Hours | 0 |
| CE Hours | 7 |
| Description | This is a required course for all appraisers. It is an AQB Certified Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice Course. |
VALUATION OF PARTIAL INTERESTS
| Course # | VPI/OREA #057510C106 |
|---|---|
| BE Hours | 0 |
| CE Hours | 7 |
| Description | This class teaches the student about the valuation of partial interests in a property and demonstrates how to use a financial calculator. The student will learn fee simple terms and the 'bundle of rights' with regard to property. |
YIELD CAPITALIZATION
| Course # | YCAP/OREA #05751C110 |
|---|---|
| BE Hours | 0 |
| CE Hours | 7 |
| Description | This is a 7 hour course that covers the income approach for capitalization including income streams, use of the HP12C, discounting and investor advising. |
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