The Chapter Welcomes You!

The Southern California Chapter of the Appraisal Institute is home to some of the appraisal profession’s leading practitioners, educators and authors since its founding in 1933. Our chapter comprises over 800 real estate professionals who reside or practice within our chapter’s boundaries, which include Los Angeles, Orange, Riverside, San Bernardino, Ventura, Santa Barbara Counties, and Kern Counties. In addition to exhibiting a higher level of competence than the minimum standards required of appraisers who are solely licensed or certified, our Appraisal Institute Designated Members, Candidates for Designation, and Practicing Affiliates are committed to upholding a rigorous code of ethics.

October 2026 – January 2027 Oct 2026 – Jan 2027
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Oct
21
Wed
Condemnation Appraising: Principles and Applications @ Caltrans
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Oct 21 @ 8:00 am – Oct 23 @ 5:00 pm

Gain an understanding of the eminent domain process, rules and regulations governing condemnation appraisals, and important issues unique to this appraisal specialty. Acquire the tools to address issues such as the valuation rules used by different jurisdictions, identification and valuation of the larger parcel, and the estimation of damages and benefits. Examine advanced applications of appraisal techniques and problem-solving in condemnation cases. Discover how courts view various appraisal methodologies. Case studies are presented to reinforce the application of condemnation appraisal principles.

 

This course is in the Litigation Professional Development Program. View this list of FAQs, which includes information regarding the courses you’ll need to complete the program successfully.

 

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Nov
5
Thu
59th Annual Litigation Seminar @ Sheraton Cerritos Hotel
Register
Nov 5 @ 8:00 am – 5:00 pm

8:30 – Opening Remarks

Ryan Hargrove, MAI, SRA, AI-GRS – 2026 SCCAI President

Matthew VanEck, MAI– Seminar Chairperson

Jason Borras – Seminar Co-Chair

8:30 AM – When the IRS Calls: Defending Estate & Gift Tax Appraisals Under Audit

Eric Garfield, MAI, CCIM – Cushman & Wakefield

Aaron J. Gigliotti – Lurie, Zepeda, Schmalz, Hogan & Martin

9:30 AM Break

9:40 AM – From Appraisal Report to Witness Stand: What Appraisers Need to Know About Litigation and Testifying

Ryan Squire, Jennifer Slater and Scott Mahler – Atkinson, Andelson, Loya, Ruud & Romo

10:45 AM Break

10:55 AM – Eminent Domain Topic TBD

Alyson C. Suh and Michael C. Valdez – Woodruff & Smart

11:55 AM Lunch

1:00 PM – The Shulda, Woulda and Couldas of Market Value Definitions

Stephen D. Roach, MAI, SRA, AI-GRS – Jones, Roach & Caringella, Inc.

2:15 PM Break

2:35 PM – Artificial Intelligence Topic TBD

Ryan T. Hargrove, MAI, SRA, AI-GRS, R/W-AC – County of Orange

Jacinto A. Munoz, MAI, SRA, AI-GRS, AI-RRS, CRE – Cogito Realty Partners LLC

3:35 PM TBD

5:00 PM Closing Reports/Announcements

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Nov
6
Fri
Women’s Initiative Committee (WIN) @ Virtually - Zoom
Register
Nov 6 @ 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm

THERE IS NO CE FOR THIS MEETING 

The SCCAI WIN Committee will be hosting its “First Friday” zoom series meeting for November. The topic will be “The Appraiser’s Toolkit: The Tools, Gadgets, Software of Apps that Elevate our Process”. The goal is to learn in this forum about specific tips to build our efficiency and quality, focusing on newly discovered tools in the past five years. At this meeting we intend to discuss how we can modernize our appraisal work with intention and habit-building.

Date: November 6, 2026

Time: 12pm– 1pm

Venue/Location: Zoom Log-In

WIN COMMITTEE:

Ariana Arredondo: [email protected]

Jennifer Hsu:  [email protected]

Linda Whittlesey: [email protected]

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Nov
10
Tue
SOUTHERN BRANCH MEETING – Navigating the 2.6 Shift to 3.6: A deep dive into Aivre Analytics, Automation, Sketch and GSE requirements @ Virtually
Register
Nov 10 @ 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm
BIO:
Bradley Weiss is an Account Executive of Aivre, the first GSE-verified software vendor for UAD 3.6. Built with an “appraiser-first” DNA, Aivre replaces legacy workflows with a digital-first, AI-driven analysis system. Aivre led 3.6 orders in Limited Production and is now one of the leaders in the industry in live UAD 3.6 Broad Production, completing 3,000+ live orders to date.DESCRIPTION:
• Part 1 – 3.6 Intro and Dashboard Navigation: A short intro on Jake/Aivre background story. Followed by a quick discussion on the main changes going from 2.6 to 3.6, walking users through Aivre’s main dashboard navigation features and how they work for each user depending on their plan.

• Part 2 – Automation Demo: A heavy demo section walking viewers through different report options, how Aivre Mobile works with automation, organizational features and how to upload and tag photos using data autofill.

• Part 3 – Data Analytics Demo: Focused on data and sketch, walking viewers through GSE’s current data requirements, the sales comparison approach, and Aivre analytics.

• Part 4 – GSE Compliance and Exporting: Covering the compliance checker, how to export a zip file, how Aivre reduces revisions, and Q/A.
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Dec
6
Sun
SCCAI end of year mixer @ Lucky Strike
Register
Dec 6 @ 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm

Notes

Cancellation Policy

THERE IS A $15.00 CANCELLATION FEE

 

Disclaimer Information

5th ANNUAL END OF THE YEAR HOLIDAY PARTY 
The Southern California Chapter of the Appraisal Institute is hosting a year-end holiday party!
Please join us on Sunday, December 6th from 6-8:30pm at Lucky Strike – 3545 E. Foothill Blvd. Pasadena, CA 91107 the $40 registration fee includes finger foods, soft drinks, bowling and of course, those fashion-forward bowling shoes.  Bring your A-game and wear your most outrageous shirt.

All the cool kids will definitely be there: don’t miss out! No host bar.

 

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Jan
16
Sat
95th Annual Installation Dinner & Program @ Aliso Viejo Ranch
Register
Jan 16 @ 5:00 pm – 10:00 pm

The Southern California Chapter of the Appraisal Institute invites its members and their guests to the
95th Annual Installation.

Come and enjoy a special evening with friends and colleagues while we honor our

2027 Chapter Officers and Directors.

Saturday, January 16, 2027

Aliso Viejo Ranch

100 Park Avenue

Aliso Viejo, CA 92656

Networking 5:30pm

Dinner 7:00pm

Followed by Installation Program

The program will include the installation

of the Chapter’s 2027 Officers:

President William Jones, MAI, AI-GRS

Vice President Jeffrey Hogan, SRA, AI-RRS

Treasurer Alex Liu, MAI

Secretary Matthew Moore, MAI

 

2027 Branch Directors

2027 Region VII Representatives

Seating is limited.

Reservation deadline is January 5, 2027

$85.00 per person

Includes
Free Parking
Dinner Buffet
No Host Bar

 

THERE IS NO CE FOR THIS EVENT – THIS IS A SOCIAL EVENT

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October 2026 – January 2027 Oct 2026 – Jan 2027
October 2026 – January 2027 Oct 2026 – Jan 2027
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Oct
21
Wed
Condemnation Appraising: Principles and Applications @ Caltrans
Register
Oct 21 @ 8:00 am – Oct 23 @ 5:00 pm

Gain an understanding of the eminent domain process, rules and regulations governing condemnation appraisals, and important issues unique to this appraisal specialty. Acquire the tools to address issues such as the valuation rules used by different jurisdictions, identification and valuation of the larger parcel, and the estimation of damages and benefits. Examine advanced applications of appraisal techniques and problem-solving in condemnation cases. Discover how courts view various appraisal methodologies. Case studies are presented to reinforce the application of condemnation appraisal principles.

 

This course is in the Litigation Professional Development Program. View this list of FAQs, which includes information regarding the courses you’ll need to complete the program successfully.

 

Read more
Categories: Chapter Meetings Education Upcoming Events Upcoming Meetings
Nov
5
Thu
59th Annual Litigation Seminar @ Sheraton Cerritos Hotel
Register
Nov 5 @ 8:00 am – 5:00 pm

8:30 – Opening Remarks

Ryan Hargrove, MAI, SRA, AI-GRS – 2026 SCCAI President

Matthew VanEck, MAI– Seminar Chairperson

Jason Borras – Seminar Co-Chair

8:30 AM – When the IRS Calls: Defending Estate & Gift Tax Appraisals Under Audit

Eric Garfield, MAI, CCIM – Cushman & Wakefield

Aaron J. Gigliotti – Lurie, Zepeda, Schmalz, Hogan & Martin

9:30 AM Break

9:40 AM – From Appraisal Report to Witness Stand: What Appraisers Need to Know About Litigation and Testifying

Ryan Squire, Jennifer Slater and Scott Mahler – Atkinson, Andelson, Loya, Ruud & Romo

10:45 AM Break

10:55 AM – Eminent Domain Topic TBD

Alyson C. Suh and Michael C. Valdez – Woodruff & Smart

11:55 AM Lunch

1:00 PM – The Shulda, Woulda and Couldas of Market Value Definitions

Stephen D. Roach, MAI, SRA, AI-GRS – Jones, Roach & Caringella, Inc.

2:15 PM Break

2:35 PM – Artificial Intelligence Topic TBD

Ryan T. Hargrove, MAI, SRA, AI-GRS, R/W-AC – County of Orange

Jacinto A. Munoz, MAI, SRA, AI-GRS, AI-RRS, CRE – Cogito Realty Partners LLC

3:35 PM TBD

5:00 PM Closing Reports/Announcements

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Categories: Chapter Meetings Education Upcoming Events Upcoming Meetings
Nov
6
Fri
Women’s Initiative Committee (WIN) @ Virtually - Zoom
Register
Nov 6 @ 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm

THERE IS NO CE FOR THIS MEETING 

The SCCAI WIN Committee will be hosting its “First Friday” zoom series meeting for November. The topic will be “The Appraiser’s Toolkit: The Tools, Gadgets, Software of Apps that Elevate our Process”. The goal is to learn in this forum about specific tips to build our efficiency and quality, focusing on newly discovered tools in the past five years. At this meeting we intend to discuss how we can modernize our appraisal work with intention and habit-building.

Date: November 6, 2026

Time: 12pm– 1pm

Venue/Location: Zoom Log-In

WIN COMMITTEE:

Ariana Arredondo: [email protected]

Jennifer Hsu:  [email protected]

Linda Whittlesey: [email protected]

Read more
Categories: Chapter Meetings Education Upcoming Events Upcoming Meetings
Nov
10
Tue
SOUTHERN BRANCH MEETING – Navigating the 2.6 Shift to 3.6: A deep dive into Aivre Analytics, Automation, Sketch and GSE requirements @ Virtually
Register
Nov 10 @ 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm
BIO:
Bradley Weiss is an Account Executive of Aivre, the first GSE-verified software vendor for UAD 3.6. Built with an “appraiser-first” DNA, Aivre replaces legacy workflows with a digital-first, AI-driven analysis system. Aivre led 3.6 orders in Limited Production and is now one of the leaders in the industry in live UAD 3.6 Broad Production, completing 3,000+ live orders to date.DESCRIPTION:
• Part 1 – 3.6 Intro and Dashboard Navigation: A short intro on Jake/Aivre background story. Followed by a quick discussion on the main changes going from 2.6 to 3.6, walking users through Aivre’s main dashboard navigation features and how they work for each user depending on their plan.

• Part 2 – Automation Demo: A heavy demo section walking viewers through different report options, how Aivre Mobile works with automation, organizational features and how to upload and tag photos using data autofill.

• Part 3 – Data Analytics Demo: Focused on data and sketch, walking viewers through GSE’s current data requirements, the sales comparison approach, and Aivre analytics.

• Part 4 – GSE Compliance and Exporting: Covering the compliance checker, how to export a zip file, how Aivre reduces revisions, and Q/A.
Read more
Categories: Chapter Meetings Education Upcoming Events Upcoming Meetings
Dec
6
Sun
SCCAI end of year mixer @ Lucky Strike
Register
Dec 6 @ 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm

Notes

Cancellation Policy

THERE IS A $15.00 CANCELLATION FEE

 

Disclaimer Information

5th ANNUAL END OF THE YEAR HOLIDAY PARTY 
The Southern California Chapter of the Appraisal Institute is hosting a year-end holiday party!
Please join us on Sunday, December 6th from 6-8:30pm at Lucky Strike – 3545 E. Foothill Blvd. Pasadena, CA 91107 the $40 registration fee includes finger foods, soft drinks, bowling and of course, those fashion-forward bowling shoes.  Bring your A-game and wear your most outrageous shirt.

All the cool kids will definitely be there: don’t miss out! No host bar.

 

Read more
Categories: Chapter Meetings Education Upcoming Events Upcoming Meetings
Jan
16
Sat
95th Annual Installation Dinner & Program @ Aliso Viejo Ranch
Register
Jan 16 @ 5:00 pm – 10:00 pm

The Southern California Chapter of the Appraisal Institute invites its members and their guests to the
95th Annual Installation.

Come and enjoy a special evening with friends and colleagues while we honor our

2027 Chapter Officers and Directors.

Saturday, January 16, 2027

Aliso Viejo Ranch

100 Park Avenue

Aliso Viejo, CA 92656

Networking 5:30pm

Dinner 7:00pm

Followed by Installation Program

The program will include the installation

of the Chapter’s 2027 Officers:

President William Jones, MAI, AI-GRS

Vice President Jeffrey Hogan, SRA, AI-RRS

Treasurer Alex Liu, MAI

Secretary Matthew Moore, MAI

 

2027 Branch Directors

2027 Region VII Representatives

Seating is limited.

Reservation deadline is January 5, 2027

$85.00 per person

Includes
Free Parking
Dinner Buffet
No Host Bar

 

THERE IS NO CE FOR THIS EVENT – THIS IS A SOCIAL EVENT

Read more
Categories: Chapter Meetings Education Upcoming Events Upcoming Meetings
October 2026 – January 2027 Oct 2026 – Jan 2027

A Special Thanks To Our

2025-2026 Sponsors:

Gold Sponsors

Worth Valuation

Silver Sponsors

CBRE

Cushman & Wakefield 

Valcre

Bronze Sponsors

Collier

Costar

Walker & Dunlop