Frequently Asked Questions:
Q - What classroom
c.e. seminars are given by the Columbia
Society?
The Columbia Society gives classroom continuing education
(c.e.) seminars for appraisers and real estate brokers/agents.
These seminars are taught by industry leaders. Attendance earns students
continuing education credits required by New York State Department of State for
both disciplines. Not all seminars are approved for both disciplines.
Please check each seminar offering for approval.
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Q - Where are the seminars given?
Our 3-hour seminars are given at the following locations:
Floral Park
- Koenig's Restaurant, 86 S Tyson Ave, Floral Park, NY (Info)
4+ hour seminars - Locations vary.
Check Schedule below for locations.
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Q - What time are seminars given?
Our 3-hour seminars are given in the evening.
Floral Park - 3-hour seminars are from
3:30 - 6:30 pm/Registration begins 3:00 pm*
Don't miss the networking and buffet after the event
until 8:30 pm.
*Unless otherwise posted on
Calendar of Events
Our 4+ hour seminars - Locations vary. Check Schedule below for times.
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Q - What is the
cost of a
seminar?
The cost for a 3-hour seminar is $90.00
Members who register early online can save $25.00
Non-members: Call (631) 732-6200 and ask
about getting member rate.
Price includes buffet
after the seminar at Koenig's location. Cash bar is available.
The cost for a 4+ hour
seminar varies, based on fees for books. For example, USPAP books are now
$100 (our cost). We try to keep the cost as low as possible and at the
same time give you a comfortable classroom and some refreshments. Our goal
is to make your time spent with enjoyable.
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2012 Schedule
January 2012
 |
3-Hour
Seminar |
Risk and Liability for Appraisers
Koenig's Restaurant, Floral Park, NY
Monday, January 23, 2012
3:30 - 6:30 pm - 3-Hour c.e. seminar for
appraisers and realtors
Networking and buffet after the seminar -
cash bar available
Instructor: Dan Aarons, CSA-G,
Certified General Appraiser in NY and NJ; Adjunct Professor at New York
University
Seminar will examine ways that appraisers can
protect themselves against liability issues. Topics include E & O
concerns, assignments with exposure, lawsuits, fraud, common appraisal
errors, impact due to government regulations, and AMC exposure.
Course is
pending approval for 3
Hours C.E. for Appraisers and Realtors
|
7-Hour Seminar
|
2012-13 USPAP Update Course
Hampton
Inn, Newburgh, NY
Monday,
January 23, 2012
9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m./Registration 8:30-9:00
a.m.
Cost: $225 members/$250 non-members
Textbooks included in price of seminar
Seminar is
required for all licensed/certified appraisers, including appraiser
assistants, as part of the coursework required for license/certification renewal.
No test is required for completion.
Instructor: Jeff Beal, CSA-G, Certified
General Appraiser in NY
Course is Approved
for 7 Hours C.E. for Appraisers/6.25 Hours C.E. for Real Estate
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February
2012
|
None |
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March
2012
|
7-Hour Seminar
|
2012-13 USPAP Update Course
Staten
Island Board of Realtors, 1535 Richmond Ave Suite #3, Staten Island, NY
Thursday, March 15, 2012
9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m./Registration 8:30-9:00
a.m.
Cost: $225 members/$250 non-members
Textbooks included in price of seminar
Seminar is
required for all licensed/certified appraisers, including appraiser
assistants, as part of the coursework required for license/certification renewal.
No test is required for completion.
Instructor: Stan Timari, CSA-R, Certified
Residential Appraiser in NY
Course is Approved
for 7 Hours C.E. for Appraisers/6.25 Hours C.E. for Real Estate
|
3-Hour Seminar |
Top 12 Deficiencies in Residential Appraisals
Koenig's Restaurant, Floral Park, NY
Monday, Mar 19, 2012
3:30 - 6:30 pm - 3-Hour c.e. seminar for
appraisers and realtors
Networking and buffet after the seminar -
cash bar available
Instructor: Dom Zagaroli, Certified
General Appraiser in NY, NJ and CT; Adjunct Professor at Westchester
Community College
Seminar will examine the more common
deficiencies in residential appraisals, including intended use/intended
user, neighborhood and site description, improvements section, sales and
cost approach, and addenda. Presenter will discuss how these
deficiencies may violate USPAP and not meet client requirements.
Course is
pending approval
for 3
Hours C.E. for Appraisers and Real
Estate.
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April
2012
|
None |
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May 2012
|
7-Hour Seminar
|
2012-13 USPAP Update Course
Koenig's
Restaurant, 86 S. Tyson Ave, Floral Park, NY
Friday, May 18, 2012
9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m./Registration 8:30-9:00
a.m.
Cost: $225 members/$250 non-members
Textbooks included in price of seminar
Seminar is
required for all licensed/certified appraisers, including appraiser
assistants, as part of the coursework required for license/certification renewal.
No test is required for completion.
Instructor: Stan Timari, CSA-R, Certified
Residential Appraiser in NY
Course is Approved
for 7 Hours C.E. for Appraisers/6.25 Hours C.E. for Real Estate
|
3-Hour Seminar |
Introduction to Green Appraiser Designation
Koenig's Restaurant, Floral Park, NY
Monday, May 21, 2012
3:30 - 6:30 pm - 3-Hour c.e. seminar for
appraisers and realtors
Networking and buffet after the seminar -
cash bar available
Instructor: Cindy Malinchak,
Environmentally Based Green Building LLC
Seminar will discuss two new course
offerings: 1) obtaining new Columbia Society "Green Appraiser"
designation and 2) how to prepare for national accreditation test.
Course is
pending
approval for 3
Hours C.E. for Appraisers and Real Estate
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June 2012
|
7-Hour Seminar
|
2012-13 USPAP Update Course
Brooklyn
Multiple Listing Service, 28 Village Rd N, Brooklyn, NY
Thursday, June 21, 2012
9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m./Registration 8:30-9:00
a.m.
Cost: $225 members/$250 non-members
Textbooks included in price of seminar
Seminar is
required for all licensed/certified appraisers, including appraiser
assistants, as part of the coursework required for license/certification renewal.
No test is required for completion.
Instructor: Stan Timari, CSA-R, Certified
Residential Appraiser in NY
Course is Approved
for 7 Hours C.E. for Appraisers/6.25 Hours C.E. for Real Estate
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July 2012
To Be Announced
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August
2012
To Be Announced
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September 2012
To Be Announced
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October 2012
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To Be Announced |
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November
2012
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7-Hour Seminar
|
2012-13 USPAP Update Course
Koenig's
Restaurant, 86 S. Tyson Ave, Floral Park, NY
Friday, Nov 16, 2012
9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m./Registration 8:30-9:00
a.m.
Cost: $225 members/$250 non-members
Textbooks included in price of seminar
Seminar is
required for all licensed/certified appraisers, including appraiser
assistants, as part of the coursework required for license/certification renewal.
No test is required for completion.
Instructor: Stan Timari, CSA-R, Certified
Residential Appraiser in NY
Course is Approved
for 7 Hours C.E. for Appraisers/6.25 Hours C.E. for Real Estate
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December
2012
To Be Announced
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