7 Excellent Appraisal Job Aids (Free for Members)

Here at McKissock, our Unlimited Learning Members enjoy 24/7 access to a wide array of online resources for real estate appraisers. These include appraisal job aids, checklists, classes, videos, whitepapers, recorded webinars, and more. Below are seven excellent job aids available right now in our membership toolkit.
If you already have an Unlimited Learning Membership, you can access all of these appraisal job aids for free under the “Resources” tab in your membership dashboard.
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Single Family Residence with an ADU vs. a Two-Family Property
This top-rated job aid will assist you in determining whether a property is a single family residence with an ADU or a two-family property by answering the questions that align to the highest and best use tests.
To access the job aid, become an Unlimited Learning Member.Roof Types
This popular job aid reviews the more common roof designs and the corresponding advantages and disadvantages of each. It covers gable roofs, hip roofs, gambrel roofs, flat roofs, mansard roofs, shed roofs, winged gable roofs, butterfly roofs, A-frame roofs, and more.
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Beginner’s Guide to Commercial Appraisal Review
This guide is the perfect tool for those who are new to review or curious about the opportunities that the field might offer. It explains what kinds of clients a reviewer might work for, as well as the various report formats and guidelines that are relevant to each type of assignment.
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Eminent Domain: Scope of Work Assignment Elements
This helpful job aid provides a summary of the Scope of Work elements specific to Eminent Domain appraisal assignments.
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Exposure Time Exposed
This job aid is for understanding the importance of and how to support an opinion of a reasonable exposure time.
To access the job aid, become an Unlimited Learning Member.Best Practices for Appraising New Construction Homes
New construction is treated a little differently by lenders, FHA, and the GSEs. As you appraise these properties, you must take into consideration certain features and attributes that don’t necessarily apply to re-sales. This guide outlines six critical rules every appraiser must know about appraising new construction homes.
To access the job aid, become an Unlimited Learning Member.The Valuation Process Road Map
The valuation process is a road map to help you navigate all phases of an appraisal assignment from start to finish. Follow it step by step in every assignment, whether “traditional” or “limited scope.”
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