This text is not only designed for students who wish to pursue real estate appraisal as a career, but also for other real estate professionals, such as brokers, salespeople, and loan officers, who can benefit from understanding why one property is worth more than another. This book covers a 60 hour course as recommended by the 2008 Appraisal Foundation Requirements. Portions of this textbook apply towards the Appraisal Boards 15-hour Residential Report Writing and Case Studies course requirements.

An extended version of Real Estate Appraisal - 3rd ed. In order to enhance the text, we have added a 60-question addendum covering details students will need to know to focus on the additional 2008 Appraisal Foundation Requirements. This residential appraisal book covers 60 course hours. Portions of this textbook apply towards the Appraisal Boards 15-hour Residential Report Writing and Case Studies course requirements.

Key economic topics are emphasized in a simple, easy-to-read format. Probable outcomes of real estate decisions are explained. When used in conjunction with one of the Appraisal books above, this textbook is an excellent resource to fulfill the Appraisal Board's 15-hour Advanced Residential Applications and Case Studies course requirements. **

This text is not only designed for students who wish to pursue real estate appraisal as a career, but also for other real estate professionals, such as brokers, salespeople, and loan officers, who can benefit from understanding why one property is worth more than another. This book covers a 60 hour course as recommended by the 2008 Appraisal Foundation Requirements. Portions of this textbook apply towards the Appraisal Boards 15-hour Residential Report Writing and Case Studies course requirements.