Credible independent valuations of real property are critical to the health of the overall real estate industry, but there are seemingly constant changes: technology, policy, regulatory, and more. Are you up to speed on what is happening in the Valuation world? National Association of REALTORS® members (appraiser or otherwise) are invited to join us for this regular webinar series to hear updates from the experts.
Next Session: Learn How Appraiser REALTORS® Are Leaders at NAR
Date: July 29, 2025
Time: 2:00 pm ET/1:00 pm CT
Common misperceptions abound about the role appraisers play as members of the National Association of REALTORS®. It is true that many appraisers became members of NAR in order to gain access to their local MLS, and appraisers comprise a minority of overall NAR membership. However, their perspectives and expertise add depth and help shape NAR, and opportunities for leadership, collaboration, and more are available at the local, state and national levels.
But how does an appraiser get started with involvement? How can appraisers feel like they belong? And what do appraisers gain with their work with NAR?
Join us for a conversation with five of the many appraiser REALTORS® in leadership positions throughout the organization, as they share how they got involved, what they’ve been able to accomplish, why other appraisers should get involved, and how.
Moderator:
Peter Gallo
Speakers:
Douglas Petroff
Michelle Bradley
Susan Martin-Phipps
David Griffith
Previous Session: Agent-Appraiser Communication: Best Practices for Optimal Appraisal Results
Date: June 24, 2025
Time: 2:00 pm ET/1:00 pm CT
Recording coming soon!
Clear, accurate, and relevant communication with the appraiser is key to an agent’s support of their client and helping ensure a credible appraisal. Agents can, and should, provide factual data that may not be readily available to the appraiser. But what are the appropriate ways that agents can communicate with appraisers? When should this communication take place? What types of information should agents provide? And how can agents assist their clients initiate a reconsideration of value if there are errors in the appraisal?
Join us for this conversation with E’Toile O’Rear-Libbett 2025, Chair of NAR’s Fair Housing Committee, and Maureen Sweeney, Chair of the Real Property Valuation Committee, as they discuss breaking down communication barriers between appraisers and agents.
