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The Appraisers Tech Toolkit

$135

This product includes:

LICENSE RENEWAL PERIOD: 2 YEARS Elective Hours: 7 Mandatory Hours: 0 Total Hours: 7

Description

State Requirements

Are you ready to discover how emerging technologies can elevate your appraisal practice? The Appraiser's Tech Toolkit is a seven-hour continuing education course crafted for appraisers eager to stay ahead in a rapidly evolving field. This course offers an engaging dive into tools like Geographic Information Systems (GIS), Artificial Intelligence (AI), Automated Valuation Models (AVMs), and mobile technologies, breaking down how they work and how to use them effectively. Together, we’ll explore the ethical and professional guidelines for integrating these tools, with insights into USPAP rules, federal and state regulations, and AQB standards. Through practical scenarios and expert guidance, you’ll gain the skills and confidence to work smarter, meet compliance requirements, and prepare for the future of appraisal technology. Let’s unlock your potential in the world of tech-enabled appraisals!

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State Requirements For Massachusetts

Massachusetts State Requirement Details for Real Estate Continuing Education

Renewal Date: 24 months, from the next occurring birthday after issuance

Hours Required by the State for renewals prior to January 1, 2026: 28 Hours

7-Hour National USPAP Update Course
21 hours of approved continuing education

Hours Required by the State for renewals on or after January 1, 2026: 28 Hours

7-Hour National USPAP Continuing Education Course
7-hour Valuation Bias and Fair Housing Laws and Regulations course or 4-hour Valuation Bias and Fair Housing Laws and Regulations course (see explanation below)
14 hours of approved continuing education or 17 hours of approved continuing education (see explanation below)

Beginning January 1, 2026, a Valuation Bias and Fair Housing Laws and Regulations course will be required for Continuing Education. The first time a Licensee completes the Continuing Education requirement for this course, the course length must be 7 hours. If a Licensee successfully completed an 8-hour course as part of their Qualifying Education, they have satisfied this requirement. Every 2 calendar years thereafter, the course length must be at least 4 hours. This new course requirement is included in the 28 total hours for a 2-year renewal.

The CE Shop’s Offering: 28 hours

7-Hour National USPAP Continuing Education Course
7-hour Valuation Bias and Fair Housing Laws and Regulations course
14 approved continuing education hours

Reporting: The state does not require schools to report course completions.

Expiration Date of Course: Course expiration dates vary by course but are generally 6 months after order date. Each individual course will have an expiration date listed in your account.

Certificates: Immediately upon appraisal course completion, The CE Shop will provide students with an electronic copy of the course certificate of completion. Certificates will remain in your account for a minimum of five years, should you need additional copies at a later time. Please refer to your renewal application to determine if you need to submit your certificate(s) of completion with your renewal. Course completion dates are recorded using Central Standard Time. Please note that the date on your certificate of completion will reflect this.

License Renewal Process: The process to renew in this state is to submit your paper work via the online portal or regular mail.

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