Posted by Cochise on August 22, 2008 at 15:13:36:
In Reply to: Re: AI, Appraisal Institute, MAI, TAX FRAUD, TAX AVOIDANCE posted by Cochise on July 29, 2008 at 13:39:02:
Dear Real Estate Professional:
In periods of market turmoil and volatility there is often a "flight to quality". In such times investors move money from riskier investments to blue-chip stocks or Treasuries, or trade foreign currencies for safer U. S. Dollars. In real estate, well located, high quality properties often hold their value better than more marginal ones. In our profession, it may be argued that clients will gravitate toward the most highly qualified, professional appraisers. An MAI or SRA designation from the Appraisal Institute can set you apart from the other licensed appraisers. Statistics show that designated appraisers earn more than their non-designated counterparts.
Here are just some benefits of membership in the Appraisal Institute (AI):
ˇDiscounts on continuing education (typically $50 to $100 per course)
ˇComplimentary copy of USPAP ($30 value)
ˇDiscounts for AI online education ($16 to $75 each)
ˇDiscount on all AI publications ($10 to $15 each)
ˇComplimentary subscr1ption to the Appraisal Journal ($48 per year)
ˇComplimentary subscr1ption to Valuation magazine ($48 per year)
ˇDiscount for Site to Do Business (STDBOnline) ($145 per year)
ˇFree access to the AI Lum Library ($15 to $20 per service
If you only took advantage of each item above once during the rest of the year, you would save an additional $362 at least. In addition, you will enjoy the benefits of association and networking with appraisal professionals, representation in our state and national capitols, discounts on E & O insurance, and many other benefits.
Sincerely,
Stuart D. DuVall, MAI
2008 SCCAI President