South Florida Chapter of the Appraisal Institute

Orange County Value Adjustment Board: Seeking Qualified Special Magistrates

The Orange County Value Adjustment Board (VAB) will be accepting applications from March 9, 2026 – April 24, 2026, for qualified attorneys and appraisers interested in serving as Special Magistrates for the 2026 VAB tax cycle. Applicants need not be a resident of Orange County.

Interested applicants must meet all requirements per Section 194.035, Florida Statutes and submit their completed application, as well as supporting documentation, by April 24, 2026, no later than 5:00 p.m.

For additional information or to obtain an application, visit the Value Adjustment Board Special Magistrates section of the Orange County Comptroller website at https://www.occompt.com. You may also contact the VAB Clerk via email at [email protected] or by telephone at (407)-836-5447.

We are proud to see a member of the South Florida speaking at the Appraisal Institute’s 2026 Annual Conference.

Shoutout to Anthony M. Graziano, MAI!

We’re excited to see a South Florida Chapter member contributing to important national conversations shaping the appraisal profession. Register here to hear their presentations and network with us in Nashville on April 14-15!

Join the South Florida Chapter of the Appraisal Institute for a free Coffee & Comparables meetup on March 5th. This is a fantastic opportunity to engage with fellow appraisers over complimentary coffee, discuss market trends, and build meaningful relationships in our community. Walk-ins are welcome!

Free Event - Coffee & Comparables, March 5 @ Haute Coffee, Davie - 8:30 AM Email from South Florida Chapter of the Appraisal Institute Free Networking Opportunity for Appraisers       Free Networking Opportunity JUMP START YOUR DAY WITH GOOD CONVERSATION AND EVEN BETTER COMP

2026-27 7-Hour National USPAP, Live stream with Zoom on December 18. Instructor: Kevin Hayes, MAI. Register today for this mandatory class.

Early Bird - 2026-27 7-Hour National USPAP, Dec. 18 @ 8:30 AM ET - Live stream Email from South Florida Chapter of the Appraisal Institute   December 18, 2025 2026-27 7-Hour National USPAP Instructor: Kevin Hayes, MAI Live stream with Zoom AI Members $145; Non-Members $175 IMPOR

Two Value Appraisals, Instructor: Joshua Walitt, SRA, AI-RRS, Noon - 2:00 PM on July 10, live stream/synchronous. Some appraisers have never performed two value appraisals, such as before-and-after, fix-and-flip, or similar use cases for financial institutions. Many times, there is confusion over whether an appraiser is even allowed to express two appraisal conclusions in one appraisal report. In “Two Value Appraisals,” the appraiser is taken through the process from engagement to the final appraisal report. Register today - https://conta.cc/3HTFKi2

What a fantastic evening we had at our June 12 Topgolf outing in Pompano Beach! From delicious bites and great conversation to some friendly “interactive golf,” every moment was a hole‐in‐one.

Special thanks to our chapter presidents for joining the fun:
• Enrique Casado, MAI, SRA, AI-GRS (South Florida)
• Kenneth Terrell, Jr., MAI (East Florida)

A big shout-out to everyone who came out—your energy made the night memorable. Already looking forward to our next get-together! ⛳️🥂

The Appraiser as an Expert Witness: Preparation and Testimony, June 11-12 in person class in the Fort Lauderdale area! Learn from the best, Joshua Wood, MAI, AI-GRS. Register early and save!

The Appraiser as an Expert Witness, June 11-12, 2025, CE 15-Hours - In-Person Email from South Florida Chapter of the Appraisal Institute   June 11-12, 2025 The Appraiser as an Expert Witness: Preparation and Testimony Instructor: Joshua Wood, JD, MAI, AI-GRS 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM

We had an amazing time at our recent chapter meeting and installation ceremony. It was a fantastic opportunity to connect, share insights, and welcome our new leaders.

Highlights of the event:
• Engaging seminar discussions on Challenges within an Appraisal
• Inspirational speeches
• Installation of our new chapter officers
• Networking and collaboration opportunities

A huge thank you to everyone who attended and contributed to making this event a success. Looking forward to many more productive and inspiring meetings!