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Advanced Rural Case Studies (A400)

In person in Glendale, CO or join via livestream | April 27 - May 1

The student will apply appraisal methodologies and analytical techniques to rural, urban fringe and a special use facility case studies and drill problems. New methodologies and analytical techniques including trend, bracketing and statistics are introduced and incorporated into the course.

A400 is designed for students who have completed their basic appraisal curriculum courses and are preparing for the comprehensive examination and their appraisal career. It is an excellent course for practicing appraisers seeking exposure to practical applications for current and new appraisal methodologies. It is not recommended to students who have not completed the fundamental appraisal courses.

• Dates: April 27 - May 1, 2026
• Time: 7:30 AM – 4:30 PM (MT) daily
• Instructors: Lee Smith, ARA; Mark Akers, ARA
• Contact Hours: 36 hours + 4 hour exam
• Price: $1,200 Members | $1,600 Non-Members
• Required Equipment & Textbooks: Appraisal of Rural Property, 2nd Edition; HP-12c, Hp-17bII or HP-19bII calculator
• AQB Licensure Requirement: Certified General
• Optional Printed Materials: Add $85 at checkout

Please Note: This is an advanced skill level course. It is assumed the student has already gained the level of knowledge and understanding that is taught in the lower level courses.

Registration Deadline: Friday, April 24 at 12:00 PM (MT)

Late registration inquiries: education@asfmra.org

Location:

ASFMRA Education Center

720 S. Colorado Blvd., Suite 350-S

Glendale, CO 80246

Hotel: Hilton Garden Inn Denver – Cherry Creek (walkable from venue)

If you have questions about the course or approvals, contact:

Deanna Ilk | dilk@asfmra.org | 📞 303-692-1222

ARA/RPRA Demo Writer Webinar

May 1, 2026 | 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM (MT)

This seminar is designed to provide applicants writing their demonstration review report an overview of the requirements for a demonstration review appraisal report. Specifically, the seminar discusses the requirements of each section of the report and those items which must be included within the demonstration report. In addition to the mandatory requirements, insight is provided to those items which commonly result in significant point deductions leading to a failing grade. Participation in this seminar will improve the applicant’s success in passing the demonstration appraisal report requirement.

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