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• Ask an Appraiser: Qualified Appraiser Statement and the Appraiser Declaration Tuesday, March 10, 2020 in Ask an Instructor ISA members are invited to send in their questions on all things appraising and education to ISA's instructors. One of ISA's instructors will share answers on the ISA Blog. View More
• Pre- and Post-Conference Courses at Assets 2020 Tuesday, February 25, 2020 in Conference Along with the fabulous presentations and panels that Assets 2020 will present, ISA is also hosting an additional three courses for appraisers to take advantage of while in Denver. View More
• Perfection is Impossible: Understanding Competence Under USPAP Tuesday, February 18, 2020 in Education When I teach ISA members on the Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice (USPAP) in the 15 Hour and 7 Hour courses, I like to stress a key point of the Competency Rule: Perfection is impossible to attain, and competence does not require perfection. View More
• Ask an Instructor: IRS Form 8283 Tuesday, February 18, 2020 in Ask an Instructor ISA members are invited to send in their questions on all things appraising and education to ISA's instructors. One of ISA's instructors will share answers on the ISA Blog. View More
• Why ISA is on Instagram and Why You Should Be Too! Monday, February 17, 2020 in Education ISA joined the Instagram community in November 2019 and we are off to a great start! Through the account, we have been able to promote our brand, bring our members together and highlight continuing education opportunities and events. View More
• Updated Report Checklist and Core Course Manual Monday, February 3, 2020 in Education The Education team and I have updated the ISA Report Checklist and the Core Course Manual for 2020. This 2020 Checklist has a few updates to clarify what information is necessary for your reports to be written to the current ISA Appraisal Report Writing Standard. View More
• A Challenge for the New Year Tuesday, January 14, 2020 in Education A new year is a new opportunity with infinite possibilities. Are you ready? View More
• Ask an Instructor: USPAP Standards Tuesday, January 14, 2020 in Ask an Instructor ISA members are invited to send in their questions on all things appraising and education to ISA's instructors. One of ISA's instructors will share answers on the ISA Blog. View More
• Apply to Be an Antiques, Furnishings + Decorative Arts Intern Friday, January 10, 2020 in Education ISA is looking for an intern to assist with the upcoming Antiques, Furnishings + Decorative Arts course in Alexandria, Virginia, June 22-28. CAPPs who are interested in teaching ISA courses are highly encouraged to apply for this opportunity. View More
• 2020 ISA Award Nominations Tuesday, January 7, 2020 in Conference Once a year, ISA members are given the opportunity to recognize individuals who go above and beyond to help make our organization exceptional with the ISA Awards Program. We ask you to take a few minutes of your day to consider who you feel put in the constant commitment to inspire, support and propel our society of appraisers to greater heights. You can also promote your chapter by nominating it for Chapter of the Year. View More