Education Resources LLC

03/13/2026

Indiana appraisers: there has been a lot of confusion about the Valuation Bias and Fair Housing Laws & Regulations course.

SHORT ANSWER:
You do NOT need to complete the 7-hour course by June 30, 2026.

For Indiana appraisers, the deadline is June 30, 2028.

I confirmed this directly with the Appraisal Foundation and also with Mark Ratterman, former chair and current member of the Indiana Real Estate Appraiser Licensing & Certification Board.

A couple quick clarifications:

• If taken for continuing education, the 7-hour course does not have an exam.

• After completing it, appraisers will need a 4-hour update course in the next cycle.

The bottom line: Indiana appraisers must complete the course by June 30, 2028.

03/05/2026

Big News for Indiana Appraisers!

A major win for clarity and fairness in our industry: Governor Mike Braun has officially signed House Bill (HB) 1429 into law!

This legislation marks a significant step forward by establishing a clear five-year statute of limitations for civil actions against real estate appraisers and appraisal management companies (AMCs).

What you need to know:
The Timeline: Starting July 1, 2026, claims must be brought within 5 years of the "appraisal service date" (the date the report was issued or the service was performed).

The Scope:
This applies to claims involving contracts, negligence, and misrepresentation.

The Balance:
While providing appraisers with long-overdue predictability and finality, the law still maintains essential consumer protections and accountability for intentional fraud.

Why this matters:
For too long, liability exposure could stretch on indefinitely. By joining the growing number of states with appraisal-specific statutes, Indiana is helping stabilize our profession and support a healthier real estate market.

10/17/2025

🚨 Website Update + New Course Announcements 🚨

We’re excited to share that our website is back up and running! 🎉
It’s been down for about a week due to some technical issues, but everything is now fixed and running smoothly.

👉 Here’s what’s new:

✅ 2026–2027 USPAP Update Course
This required course is now live! We’ll be offering several sessions before the end of the year and multiple sessions leading up to the June 30, 2026 renewal deadline.

We’re offering this course in-person in Fort Wayne, and if there are other areas of the state you’d like us to visit for in-person education, please message me through Facebook or email/text me directly.

✅ Valuation Bias, Fair Housing Laws & Regulations (7-Hour CE)
Beginning January 3, 2026, this will be a required course for every appraiser.

We’ll be offering it several times before the end of the current cycle, and you’ll also have the opportunity to take it in the next cycle. Although the requirement begins January 3, 2026, you’ll just need to have it completed by the end of the following cycle. We’re offering it now and will continue to offer it throughout the vcurrent and following cycles to make sure everyone has plenty of opportunities to complete it.

🗓️ More courses are coming soon!
We’ll be updating the remainder of the 2025–2026 schedule by the end of the year. We’re currently waiting on state approval for several new "Lunch & Learn" 2-hour CE courses

Visit us anytime at https://educationresource.com/course-schedule/ to check the latest schedule, register for classes, and get your CE requirements squared away!

Education Resource is pleased to announce that we will be offering many of our courses in both an In-person and Zoom format going forward. Please review the Course options carefully to ensure that you’ve selected your preferred date and format. We will be offering additional non-USPAP courses and ...

08/14/2025

I know a lot of us are wondering how we're actually going to fill out the new UAD 3.6 and the software providers are previewing their programs.

I just watched a preview video from Clickforms on their new Nighthawk software: https://bradfordsoftware.com/nighthawk/
Nighthawk has some cool features it actually has some AI features already built into the program. But after watching it, I still had a ton of questions. There is a free trial you can sign up for and I may do that once I start seeing consistent UAD3.6 orders.

SFREP has several videos and training sessions on YouTube. They have a short video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=c4GEgts-e0s previewing the program. But the training sessions go into more detail on the form and Q&A: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=q35ohTZAoLU
SFREP is doing a great job educating appraisers on their software.

ACI has a short video demonstrating their Workbench but it doesn’t get into much detail on how the appraiser’s workflow will look like: https://www.aciweb.com/appraisers/workbench/

Win Total has several videos on their Blog but this one shows the software in action: https://vimeo.com/1100105589?fl=pl&fe=vl

Also, there new software providers entering the market. I’ve heard there could be up to 6 new providers but I haven’t seen any demonstrations on them yet.

The way these companies are approaching the new UAD 3.6 is different. You’ll need figure out which is best for you. Personally, I’m planning to test them out with their free trials…especially if the free trial includes the mobile app.

08/01/2025

🎉 Exciting News for Real Estate Appraisers! 🎉

After months of experimenting, exploring, and (let’s be honest) just having fun with AI, I’m thrilled to invite you to our **ChatGPT for RE Appraisers: Beginner’s Edition** CE class which is premiering **Friday, August 22**!

🔍 **Why Join?**
If you’re curious how AI can save you time on data analysis, polish your narratives, or tighten up your QC checks, this hands-on workshop is built around exactly those kinds of outcomes. You’ll walk away with:

1. **Prompt Engineering Fundamentals**
A step-by-step method to get ChatGPT delivering the market insights you need.

2. **CustomGPTs & Projects**
Learn to build and manage AI assistants tailored to your appraisal workflows.

3. **Agents & Study-and-Learn Mode**
A beginner’s look at automating tasks and training AI on your own data.

4. **Ethical Guidelines & Best Practices**
Clear guardrails to keep your work compliant, transparent, and professional.

💡 I’ll be honest: I’m no AI guru but I've seen firsthand how a few smart prompts transformed an hour-long task into a 5-minute win. That’s why this isn’t a lecture; it’s a hands-on lab. Bring your real-world scenarios, we'll test prompts live and you'll leave with scripts and strategies you can use on Monday morning.

👉 **Save Your Seat for August 22**
Whether you’ve never touched AI or you’re already experimenting, you’ll pick up practical tips and earn **7 hours of CE**. (Plus, I'm pretty sure this is one CE class that will actually keep you awake! 😉)

Got a “this would save me so much time” challenge? Drop it in the comments or DM me and I’ll try to tailor some examples just for you.

Let’s tackle your toughest appraisal pain points together. See you on the 22nd!

— Jason

07/24/2025

"The Appraiser's Guide to the New URAR" – Earn Dual CE Credit + Exclusive Tools only through Education Resources, LLC

We're offering "The Appraiser's Guide to the New URAR" on August 15 and September 12 and you can get 7 hours of Appraiser CE and 7 hours of Broker CE for the same class! No other provider offers that. You can take the class in-person (Indianapolis) or via Zoom, whichever works best for your schedule.

Also, we're working to schedule an in-person session in Ft. Wayne, and if you'd like us to bring the class to your area, please contact me and we’ll do our best to make it happen.

Also included in your registration:

1. A custom GPT tool built specifically for this course
2. A custom student handbook

These tools have been designed to help you navigate and complete the new UAD 3.6 format and it is only available through Education Resource. No one else has them, and you won’t find them anywhere else.

In-person seats are limited for the Indianapolis sessions. Secure your spot for August 15 or September 12.

Register Now:

Education Resource is pleased to announce that we will be offering many of our courses in both an In-person and Zoom format going forward. Please review the Course options carefully to ensure that you’ve selected your preferred date and format. We will be offering additional non-USPAP courses and ...

06/28/2025

📢 Attention FHA Appraisers – Important Update!

HUD has just released Mortgagee Letter 2025-18, which brings some welcome changes to appraisal photo requirements:

✅ Crawl Spaces & Attics
You no longer need to take photos of the crawl space or attic.

✅ Comparable Sales Photos
Photos of your comps do not have to be taken at an angle to show both the front and side of the property. A standard front photo will now meet the requirement.

✅ Condominium Common Areas
You no longer have to include additional photos of common areas and shared amenities in condominium projects.

These updates are designed to streamline documentation and reduce unnecessary work while maintaining appraisal quality.

💡 Be sure to read the full Mortgagee Letter for all the details and effective dates:

https://www.hud.gov/hudclips/letters/mortgagee

Be sure to pay attention to client request though...they may still want the pix

Mortgagee LettersAccess Mortgagee Letters superseded in full by Single Family Housing Policy Handbook (HUD Handbook 4000.1)

06/21/2025

🚀 Struggling with the "NEW URAR"? Let our UAD 3.6 AI Assistant be your secret weapon! 🛠️✨

Here’s how it makes life easier for busy appraisers:

🔍 Section-by-Section Guidance – Know exactly what each line asks (and why) so you avoid costly miscues.

📊 Field-Level Definitions – Nail the right format for dates, MISMO codes, conditional fields & more.

💡 Best-Practice How-Tos – Step-by-step examples for multi-unit properties, ADUs, site zoning, etc.

✅ Reg Alignment Checks – Fannie Mae, Freddie Mac, FHA/VA/USDA nuances? Covered.

🗣️ Plain-Language Terminology – Demystify “dynamic report,” “Unit Interior section,” and other new UAD terms.

📚 Direct Links to Official Sources – Jump straight to Appendix F-1, F-3, Selling Guide pages & FHA Handbook chapters.

⚠️ What it WON'T do: determine a specific property’s value, complete an appraisal for you, or give legal advice.

The tool is free to appraisers taking "The Appraiser's Guide to the New URAR" through Education Resource!

06/02/2025

🎉 Big News for Indiana Appraisers with a Kentucky license! 🎉

We found out on Friday that we’ve received Appraiser CE approval for several of our classes in Kentucky – including the GSE’s The Appraiser’s Guide to the New URAR!

Over the years, we’ve had the privilege of teaching many appraisers who hold licenses in other states. Now, those of you licensed in Indiana and Kentucky can get dual credit for certain courses!

And we’re not stopping there…we’re looking into expanding our classes to other states soon so appraisers in other parts of the state can benefit as well.

Thank you for your continued support!

05/31/2025

A couple of days ago, I had the privilege of teaching the GSE’s new class, The Appraiser’s Guide to the New URAR, and I have to admit…going in, I was a bit apprehensive. With such a significant change being made to the URAR, I expected a lot of skepticism and maybe even some pushback.

But as we dove into the details of the new URAR format and how it will shape the future of appraisal reporting, it was refreshing to see appraisers embracing the change. The engagement and the thoughtful questions from appraisers made it clear that this shift is more than just a compliance update. It’s a real step forward for our industry.

I want to extend a sincere thank you to all the appraisers who joined us for this session. Your trust in Education Resources for your continuing education means the world to us. We are grateful you chose to spend your time learning with us, and we look forward to continuing to support you in navigating these industry changes and beyond!

04/08/2025

📢 Our New Class Schedule is LIVE! 📢

We’re excited to announce that our updated class schedule is now posted — and it’s packed with new opportunities for both appraisers and brokers! 🏡📚

✨ Based on your feedback, we’ve added more 2-hour CE classes to make it easier than ever to fit quality education into your busy schedule.

🆕 We’ve also added several brand-new courses that have been recently approved for Indiana Appraiser and Broker Continuing Education.

🎯 One course we’re especially excited about:
The Appraiser’s Guide to the New URAR — this is the official course designed and approved by Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac!
✅ Approved for Indiana Appraiser CE
⏳ Broker CE approval is currently pending

Head over to our website to check out the full schedule and reserve your spot!

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Education Resource is pleased to announce that we will be offering many of our courses in both an In-person and Zoom format going forward. Please review the Course options carefully to ensure that you’ve selected your preferred date and format. We will be offering additional non-USPAP courses and ...

03/09/2025

We are honored to have the Chair of the Indiana Real Estate Appraiser Board, Mark Rattermann, as the instructor for our upcoming Indiana Law course! 🎉

He doesn’t instruct often anymore, making this a rare and valuable opportunity to learn directly from a leader in our industry. Gain firsthand insights on important legal updates, regulatory changes, and key rules that directly impact your license.

Don’t miss this chance to learn from the best—register now and stay ahead of the curve!