The only complete, well-organized, practical and fully-indexed course book and reference guide to personal property appraising. Written with the Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice (USPAP) as its foundation, this book is unique. No other book provides such a thorough grounding in the fundamentals of personal property appraising.This new 2nd edition incorporates many important improvements and additions - perhaps the most significant of which were brought about by The Appraisal Foundation Appraisal Standards Board's recent biennial update to USPAP. The resulting changes that were incorporated into the 2008-2009 edition of USPAP are mirrored throughout the book. Other improvements include additional topics and enhanced discussions on a host of subjects including when appraisers should comply with USPAP, appraisal updates, intended use and intended user, value types and definitions, using more than one appraiser, scope of work, use of photographs in lieu of a personal inspection, disclosure statements, significant personal property appraisal assistance, workfiles and more."Maloney's guide to proper personal property appraisal methodology is so thorough that it can truly be called the only complete source on the subject. This essential guide to the preparation of ethical and professional appraisal reports should not only be a required addition to any appraiser's library but should be on the shelves of every public library as well. Owners of the book even have the ability to obtain updates online at no cost ? an especially useful feature in a field where USPAP and IRS regulations can go through periodic modifications," said Peter Hastings Falk.

The 12th edition of this textbook has been revised and reorganized significantly for greater clarity, coherence and consistency. Coverage includes emerging issues such as the impact of automated valuation models on the appraisal industry; the new emphasis on extraordinary assumptions and hypothetical conditions in recent revisions of standards of professional practice; and important data sources. For both novice appraisers and established practitioners. c. Book News Inc.

Residential Property Appraisal is a handbook not only for students studying surverying but also for surveyors and others involved in the appraisal of residential property for lending purposes. It focuses on the distinct professional competencies required by Mortgage Valuations and Home Buyers Surveys and Valuations, identifying and advising the reader on the extent and limitations of their activities. Generously illustrated, supported by real-life case studies and drawing on the latest research, professional and legal developments.