Reporting Market Analysis and Better Understanding the New URAR
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- Date
- October 26, 2026
- Time
- 9:15AM - 1:15PM (EST)
- Location
- MSU Federal Credit Union
49 Abbott Road
East Lansing, MI 48824
- Instructor
- Maureen B. Sweeney, SRA, AI-RRS
- Class Time
- 4 hours
Course Description
The new Uniform Residential Appraisal Report (URAR) challenges appraisers to deliver a report in a confident manner to clients with a credible analysis that meets the minimum reporting requirements of the Government-Sponsored Enterprises (GSEs). Unlike the existing 1004 report form, the new URAR places more emphasis on supporting and reporting a thorough market analysis for the subject property. I ...
Who Should Enroll
This program is intended for residential appraisers who are not well versed in completing a thorough and credible market analysis will find this program to be most helpful. The program will also be a good refresher for experienced residential appraisers and reviewers of residential reports.
AI CE Points
Attend:
20
pts
Course Objectives
After completing the program, participants will be able to:
- Discuss the differences between the existing and new URAR.
- Identify potential problem areas of the new report.
- Compare and contrast traditional treatment of various property and economic area description and the recommended method for correctly completing the problematic aspects of the report.
- Demonstrate support for credible opinion for market analysis, trends, and adjustments.
- Identify resources and examples to enhance the reporting of value opinions.
Prerequisites
The following program is highly suggested but not required: The Appraiser’s Guide to the New URAR. Students who have not completed this 7-hour course and/or are not familiar with basic methodology may be left behind.
Course Materials & Recommended Books
None
Additional Course Offerings
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