Mastering Real Estate Appraisal [Paperback]

Dearborn Real Estate Education (Author), Dennis H. Carr (Author), Jeff Lawson (Author), J. Schultz (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: May 1, 2003 | ISBN-10: 0793161134 | ISBN-13: 978-0793161133 | Edition: Original

This easy-to-follow appraisal text follows the national appraisal licensing outline and presents the information in a clear, conversational, workbook style. Three case studies help students apply complex principles to real life situations while giving instructors a platform for homework and group assignments. Benefits: -Outline format explains concepts in a clear, concise way, creating a less intimidating text for both students and instructors -Glossary from The Language of Real Estate Appraisal reinforces key concepts and terms -Learning Objectives and Chapter Outlines emphasize important topics and allow for easier review -End-of-chapter questions reinforce the material and allow students to monitor their own progress -Example boxes illustrate how concepts are used in real life, helping students apply appraisal prnciples to their careers -Valuation Technique Practice Appendix allows students to apply their knowledge to "real-life" examples while providing instructors a platform for a group and homework assignments -Instructor Resources include an exam, chapter outlines, an answer key for the book's questions and case studies, and a PowerPoint presentation

Product Details

• Paperback: 352 pages
• Publisher: Kaplan Publishing; Original edition (May 1, 2003)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0793161134
• ISBN-13: 978-0793161133
• Product Dimensions: 10.9 x 8.4 x 0.8 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.6 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 4.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (1 customer review)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #907,246 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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4.0 out of 5 stars Mastering Real Estate Appraisal, April 12, 2008

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MF Kekana "Malose" (Johannesburg, South Africa) - See all my reviews
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I am new in the real estate/ property market. The book arrived two days before I was to do my first property pre-evaluation to recommend to my business partner to acquire a property. It is short enough and written in a simple and plain manner that makes it easy to go through. I developed a set of questions for the seller based on the issues raised in the book and thus had a due diligence check list to use. Because I was reading it very quickly since I had less than a day to prepare, my comprehension of some of the issues was difficult but what really helped were the review questions at the end of each chapter to self-assess your understanding. I found these very helpful in enhancing my comprehension of the various concepts. As someone with a finance background, the book doesn't deal with complex issues but is aimed at someone who has a working understanding of finance. For those who have been at the game for long time, more advanced reading material would be required for advanced discussion of the concepts. Though the book was written a while ago most of the issues are still relevant in today's market. It is appropriate for both the commercial and the household real estate appraiser.