The North Carolina Chapter of the Appraisal Institute (NCAI) is proud to congratulate Brian Crowder, MAI, SRA, on being named a Q3 2026 Volunteers of Distinction honoree by the Appraisal Institute.

The Volunteers of Distinction program recognizes Appraisal Institute members whose outstanding volunteer service strengthens the organization and advances its mission. Honorees are recognized for their contributions to their chapters and communities, the Appraisal Institute, and the appraisal profession.

Thank you to everyone who joined us on June 10 at the North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences – Nature Research Center in Raleigh for NCAI's 2026 Q2 Chapter Business Meeting & Legislative Reception. The evening brought together appraisal professionals, chapter leaders, and policymakers from across North Carolina for networking, advocacy, and important chapter updates.

The evening kicked off with a Legislative Reception, connecting appraisal professionals and key policymakers for an engaging night of conversation and relationship-building.

The North Carolina Chapter of the Appraisal Institute would like to congratulate Nathan Pippin for recently earning the AI-RRS designation. 

Nathan Pippin is a Certified Residential Real Estate Appraiser licensed in North Carolina, Virginia, and Florida, with more than 20 years of experience in valuation, appraisal review, consulting, and appraisal education. He is the owner of Pippin Appraisal Company in Winston-Salem and serves as an AI PAREA Mentor, helping develop the next generation of appraisers.

The day before the Second Annual Valuation Law Symposium, the North Carolina Chapter of the Appraisal Institute will host its 2026 Legislative Reception and Chapter Business Meeting in Raleigh on June 10, 2026. This event continues to grow as one of the chapter’s most important opportunities to strengthen relationships between valuation professionals, policymakers, regulators, and industry stakeholders from across North Carolina.

Advocacy remains one of the most important responsibilities of any professional organization. The appraisal profession continues to face rapid changes involving regulation, modernization, public trust, valuation alternatives, and housing policy. The Legislative Reception provides a meaningful forum for appraisers to engage directly with decision makers and industry partners while helping ensure the voice of the valuation profession remains represented in conversations shaping the future of real estate valuation and housing markets.

2027 Slate of NCAI Officers, Directors, Regional Representatives, and Alternate Regional Representatives

 This slate is presented by the North Carolina Chapter 2026 Nominating Committee which is comprised of: Kelli Kline Mayhew, MAI, SRA (Chair); Matt Benyon, MAI, Jamie Vogel, SRA, Keith Bolte, Jr., MAI, AI-GRS, and David Ivey, MAI, AI-GRS.

This slate of nominees will be on the agenda for a vote of approval by chapter members at the 2nd Quarter 2026 Chapter Business Meeting to be held on June 10th, 2026 at the North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences in Raleigh, NC.

Originally published March 17, 2026, by the NC Appraisal Board
Reprinted with permission from NCAB

The North Carolina Appraisal Board has commenced rulemaking for 2026. A public hearing on the proposed changes will be held at 9:00 am on April 7, 2026, at the Board's office at 5830 Six Forks Road, Raleigh, NC. Written comments will be accepted until May 15, 2026. Comments may be emailed to Mindy Sealy at [email protected], or may be mailed to 5830 Six Forks Road, Raleigh, NC 27609. The proposed rules are available on our website at ncappraisalboard.org/rules-regulations-1.

Originally published March 17, 2026, by the NC Appraisal Board
Reprinted with permission from NCAB

All trainees, licensed residential, certified residential, and certified general appraisers are required to complete the 2026-2027 7-Hour National USPAP course by May 31, 2026, to renew on time. All registrations, licenses and certificates expire on June 30, 2026, and must be renewed before this date to maintain an active status. If you do not renew by June 30, 2026, your registration, license, or certificate will expire. Any person who acts as a trainee, licensed, or certified real estate appraiser while expired shall be subject to disciplinary action and penalties as prescribed by the NC Appraiser’s Act. Online renewals will begin on May 1, 2026.

Thank you to everyone who joined us at Lost Worlds Brewing on March 12 for NCAI’s 2026 Q1 Chapter Business Meeting and WIN Conference Reception. The evening brought members together for networking, chapter updates, and a chance to connect with colleagues from across the state.

WIN Conference attendees joined the reception to celebrate and connect over drinks and heavy hors d’oeuvres.

NCAI is pleased to announce that Valbridge Property Advisors has joined the 2026 WIN Conference as a Platinum Sponsor. This generous sponsorship was led by Valbridge’s North Carolina, South Carolina, and Virginia offices, demonstrating their continued commitment to supporting the appraisal profession across the region. The North Carolina office is led by our own John Bosworth.

Valbridge Property Advisors is one of the largest independent commercial appraisal and advisory firms in the United States, providing valuation, consulting, and market analysis services across a wide range of property types. Through its national network of local offices, Valbridge delivers market expertise combined with deep industry knowledge to support clients including financial institutions, corporations, government agencies, and private investors.

The window is closing fast for applications for this year’s scholarship money from the North Carolina Chapter.  The deadline is February 22, 2026.

Last year, everyone received full tuition for their respective classes.

NCAI is pleased to announce the chapter will be hosting our first ever WIN Conference, which will be held on Thursday, March 12th at the Canopy Realtors Building in Charlotte, NC. Save the date and join us for a day filled with network building opportunities and engaging speakers covering real estate from a variety of perspectives, including development, brokerage, appraisal, and investment. Registration is scheduled to open in early February. Continuing education credit is pending. Sponsorship opportunities will also be released in February. Our experts will address current real estate issues, how the use of artificial intelligence can benefit real estate practitioners and how real estate impacts our communities and the world around us. We have a phenomenal speaker line up including:

• Debbie Gallimore, CIPS, CCIM - Principal and Broker-In-Charge of Gallimore Associates, 2022 NC-CCIM of the year and 2026 President of the NC-CCIM Chapter
• Megan Oglesby - Senior Advisor to The Congdon Foundation, Principal Investor of the Carolina Core FC professional men’s soccer team and Founding Board Member and Investor in WPSL Pro, a new Division II women’s professional soccer league
• Kelly Davids - President of The Appraisal Foundation
• Ashley Johnson, MAI, SRA, R/W-AC – President of First Appraisal Group, Inc. and 2026 President Elect of the Appraisal Institute
• Heather Placer Mull, MAI, SRA, ARA, CCIM, ASA – President of Placer Realty Advisors, LLC,  Appraisal Institute national board of directors 2020 – 2024, President of Mid-Atlantic CCIM Chapter 2020, Virginia Real Estate Appraisers Board 2020 - 2024, 2023 Chair for the NAR Commercial Economic Forum and 2025 Vice Chair for the NAR Commercial Leadership Forum
• Claire Aufrance, MAI, SRA – President of Aufrance Valuations, LLC and 2026 Chair of the North Carolina Appraisal Board
• Chandra Mast – President of Red Rose Appraisals, Secretary of the Pennsylvania State Board of Certified Real Estate Appraisers, and Artificial Intelligence SME and instructor

The North Carolina Appraisal Institute proudly recognized the recipients of the 2025 NCAI Chapter Awards at the Q4 Chapter Business Meeting & Installation Ceremony held on December 11 in Greenville, North Carolina. These newly established chapter awards honor outstanding service, leadership, innovation, and lasting contributions that strengthen both our chapter and the appraisal profession.

Approved by the NCAI Board of Directors earlier this year, the Chapter Awards were created to celebrate members whose dedication and impact exemplify the mission and values of the North Carolina Appraisal Institute. Each award recipient will receive a framed certificate, recognition across NCAI media platforms, a press release for local distribution, and one complimentary Continuing Education (CE) registration (up to seven hours) to be used within the following year.

By Brian Crowder, MAI, SRA, NCAI Treasurer

Join us on June 11th for an exciting and dynamic Q2 Chapter Business Meeting in High Point, NC! This is an event you won’t want to miss. Not only will you get an update on what’s in store for the Chapter this year, but you’ll also have the opportunity to hear from three outstanding local leaders, tour the transformative Congdon Yards, enjoy a catered meal, and experience the energy of a professional soccer game at Truist Point Stadium.

Itinerary:

• 5:00 PM - Tour of Congdon Yards: Start the evening with a tour of several spaces within Congdon Yards, a vibrant hub that blends history, creativity, and business development. This is a fantastic opportunity to explore a space that’s central to High Point's growth and revitalization.
• 5:30 PM - Chapter Business Meeting: The meeting will kick off in the Commons area of Congdon Yards, where you’ll get an update on what’s in store for the Chapter this year and hear from three special guest speakers. These local leaders are shaping the future of High Point and the broader Carolina Core region.
• 6:30 PM - Catered Meal and Soccer Game: After the business meeting, we’ll walk across the street to Truist Point Stadium for a roped-off, catered meal, followed by a thrilling match featuring Carolina Core FC against Orlando City U-23 in MLS Next Pro. Enjoy a relaxed atmosphere and connect with colleagues while cheering on the team!

Featured Speakers:

• Megan Oglesby
  Megan is a community-driven leader who has played an instrumental role in shaping the future of High Point. As the founding Executive Director of the Earl and Kathryn Congdon Family Foundation, she helped create the vision behind Congdon Yards. Megan is also a principal investor and majority female owner of Carolina Core FC, a professional soccer team that is helping drive economic development and regional pride. At the meeting, she will speak about the creation of Congdon Yards, the importance of investing in local communities, and how she is involved in fostering growth and opportunity across the region.
• Alex Field
  Managing Broker/Partner with DeLille Field Commercial Real Estate, Alex is a commercial real estate broker specializing in High Point’s downtown furniture showroom district, Alex will discuss the impact of the High Point Furniture Market on both the local and state economies. He’ll also provide insight into the trends and opportunities within the furniture showroom real estate market, making this a must-hear for anyone involved in commercial real estate.
• Christi Barbour
  Christi is a visionary interior designer and founder of Barbour Spangle Design, an award-winning luxury design studio. As Chairman of the High Point Market Authority and founder of High Point Discovered, Christi is deeply involved in preserving and promoting the creative culture of High Point. Her talk will focus on the power of design, particularly in the redevelopment of spaces like Congdon Yards, and how design can breathe new life into older buildings, contributing to the revitalization of entire communities.

This meeting is a perfect blend of professional development, community engagement, and fun. You’ll leave with valuable insights, a stronger connection to your peers, and an exciting evening to remember. Don’t miss out: once registration opens, please sign up early to secure your spot for an unforgettable evening of learning, networking, and excitement!

North Carolina's Virtual REVC Centers on Timely Topics

The 2024 virtual Real Estate Valuation Conference hosted by the North Carolina Chapter of the Appraisal Institute in September "was a resounding success, offering appraisers valuable continuing education on essential and timely topics," says 2025 NCAI Chapter Treasurer and 2024 REVC Committee Chair Brian Crowder, MAI, SRA. "Attendees left quipped with actionable insights and a deeper understanding of the evolving real estate landscape, enhancing their ability to provide accurate and informed appraisals in a rapidly changing industry."

REVC organizers like Rocky McElhannon, MAI, SRA, AI-GRS, were pleased with the sessions and the turnout. "Our 2024 conference offered a Residential segment that attracted more than 45 participants, followed by a Commercial segment two days later that was attended by more than 90," he says. 

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On December 1, 65+ members & guests celebrated at the 2022 2022 J. Scott Robinson Installation Ceremony & Q4 Chapter Business Meeting held at the Foundation for the Carolinas in Charlotte.

Vanessa Hall, MAI gave her final address as the 2022 President and the 2023 officers were installed, including incoming President, Jim Lynch, MAI. Members mixed and mingled, enjoyed food and drinks and free professional headshots, and purchased raffle tickets to help raise money for the NC Chapter PAC – with Chris Johnson, MAI, SRA, AI-GRS, ASA winning the raffle drawing! PAC funds go towards the Chapter’s efforts to broaden our outreach and influence in Raleigh to advocate on behalf of appraisers, taking positions and working with legislators toward favorable results for the industry. The event also highlighted the most recent members who received designations in 2022 including Keith P. Bolte, Jr., MAI (MAI designation); Erica L. Butler, MAI (MAI designation); Eric L. Randall, SRA (SRA Designation); and Jamie L. Vogel, SRA (SRA Designation).

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Fellow NCAI Members,

As the year closes, the North Carolina Chapter of the Appraisal Institute celebrates a great 2022! I would like to start with some thanks: Thank you to the NCAI Executive Committee – Jim, Mike, Kelli, and the Board of Directors – your support has allowed me to implement new ideas to help benefit the Chapter. Thanks to all our Region V Representatives that made themselves available not just for the quarterly meetings, but also for several special meetings this year. Thank you to our Chapter Members. Thank you to Efird Appraisals for being an annual sponsor this year. And a final thank you goes out to Sandy Hower and THM for their excellence in executive management and administration.

Thank you to all those who attended the 2021 REVC and to our event sponsors and speakers. On September 2, attendees heard insights into market trends, challenges, highlights and developments in the commercial, retail, residential, office, industrial, healthcare, finance, and hospitality sectors. This year’s attendees raved about the conference and are already looking forward to next year!

A special Thank You to our conference sponsors for helping make this year’s event a success!

The Annual Sponsorship program was created to support and enrich our chapter while offering appraisal professionals and organizations an opportunity to participate in, and get more out of, our chapter activities and services. Thank you to Compstak and Colvin, Sutton, Winters & Associates, LLC for supporting the NC Chapter and championing the appraisal industry in North Carolina!

Compstak (Chairman level)