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45-Day Notice on Proposed Amendments to Appraisal Institute Bylaws

Originally published on September 28, 2022 by the Appraisal Institute.

The Appraisal Institute Board of Directors on Sept. 26 sent to 45-Day Notice proposing amendments to Appraisal Institute Bylaws regarding the International Member on the Board (AI log-in required).

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Member Profile: Jonathan Jones

Where do you live and who do you work for?
I live in Raleigh, NC, and work for Earley Consultants, Inc. as an independent contractor.
 
How long have you been appraising?
I have been a trainee appraiser since May of 2018.
 
Who was your supervisor as a Trainee and how did you meet them?
My supervisor is Richard D. Earley, MAI, and I met him via a job interview after applying for a job posted on Indeed.com.
 
What is the most unique property you’ve appraised?
A farm with a cabin house and several outbuildings was utilized for school purposes.
 
What is a fact about you that people would be surprised to know outside of work-life?
I play the trumpet and guitar.

Appraisal Institute Sets New Aug. 15 Deadline for Leadership Resources Registry

Originally published on July 20, 2022, by the Appraisal Institute.

The Appraisal Institute announced that Aug. 15 at 5 p.m. CST is the new deadline for those interested in registering in the Leadership Resources Registry to be considered for service in 2023 on national committees, and panels, the Appraisal Institute Insurance Trust, or the Appraisal Institute Education & Relief Foundation.

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Member Profile: Miles L Hamrick Sr, MAI, AI-GRS

Where do you live and who do you work for?
I am from and have lived in Gastonia, NC (Gaston County) all of my life. Currently (LOL) I work for Miles Hamrick Appraisal Services, Inc. My firm provides appraisals for commercial and residential properties, and data consulting services for private and public institutions on a wide range of property types.

How long have you been appraising?
I have been in the real estate and appraisal profession since 1986 ~ (38 years~).



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Welcome New Members!

We’d like to welcome our newest members to the Chapter!

  • Roy Lee Fulcher, III
  • Richard E. Glidewell
  • Barry Grant Hitchner, Jr.
  • Lauren Elizabeth Hobbs
  • John Stephen Proctor, III

NCAI Members in Washington, DC

The 2022 AI Leadership and Development Conference (LDAC) was held May 18-20 this year and NCAI had three that attended: Mike Elwell, Greyson Morgan, and Peter Hitchens. Greyson and Peter were first years and had the benefit of Mike Elwell who attended before the pandemic.

LDACstarted with a presentation from Melody Taylor regarding the recently published Property Appraisal and Valuation Equity Task Force (PAVE) Report. While AI suggests the data should be reviewed more, the overall report helps to educate stakeholders about the appraisal process.

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Member Profile: Julie Lemonds

Where do you live and who do you work for?
I live in Charlotte, NC, and work for BBG.
 
How long have you been appraising?
I have been an NC Registered Trainee since last July (2021).



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NC Chapter Off To A Busy 2022

Members and nonmembers wasted no time kicking off the new year and starting completing their 2-year USPAP requirement with an in-person USPAP class in Raleigh this past January. The Chapter has held 4 education classes so far and has 5 upcoming classes planned for the Spring and Summer.

 Earlier this month, members met up for a breakfast meeting with NCDOT Area 5 Appraiser Randy Guess who spoke with attendees about eminent domain appraising and working for the NCDOT as a fee appraiser. And last week, over 80 members and guests gathered via zoom to hear Residential Certified Appraiser, Joyce Pusey, SRA, AI-RRS, go over the basics of the ANSI requirements and rules that will be required on April 1 by Freddie Mac and Fannie Mae. 

Welcome New NCAI Members

We’d like to welcome to our newest members who joined in early 2022:

  • Andrew Cypcar
  • Angie Green
  • Cynthia P Thomas
  • Dana Vickers
  • David Wortman, Jr.
  • Jackye Morla
  • Joshua Ray Marr
  • Kandis Joy Alston
  • Kate Hicks
  • Kimberly Hines
  • Kirstin A Kramlich
  • Monica S. Long
  • Natalie Fields Lathan
  • Nicholas Kirkland
  • Paula Rozer
  • Peter J. Kapetanakis
  • W. Chris Morris
  • Zachary Northcott

Appraisal Institute Seeks Nominations for Annual Awards; Submissions Due May 31

Originally published on March 2, 2022 by the Appraisal Institute.

The Appraisal Institute announced March 9 that it is accepting nominations for its J. Scott Robinson Lifetime Achievement, Outstanding Service Award and Women’s Initiative SPOTLIGHT Award, three ways that AI recognizes some of its brightest and most deserving professionals.

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Meet the Member: Laura Gourlay

 

Where do you live and who do you work for?
I live in Asheville, North Carolina. I work for the NCDOT as a review appraiser and have my own appraisal business (AccuAppraisal of NC) that I work for nights and weekends.
 
How long have you been appraising?
Eleven Years
 
Who was your supervisor as a Trainee and how did you meet them?
John Palmer was my supervisor.  I met him when I worked at SunTrust Bank, and he was trying to get on the approved appraiser list.  We later reconnected at a business meeting, and it was there he convinced me to take the courses and become an appraiser.
 
What is the most unique property you’ve appraised?
Tough Question – I have done lots of Breweries (it is Asheville), camps, cabins, etc, but the most interesting business in a property I appraised was one that recycled alcohol out of everyday products like beer, perfume, and makeup.
 
What is a fact about you, outside of work-life, that people would be surprised to know?
I have 5 kids and run Spartan Races.

Members Celebrated 2021 at the Q4 Chapter Meeting

On December 9, 55+ members & guests celebrated at the 2021 Q4 Chapter Business Meeting and Installation Ceremony held at the Foundation for the Carolinas in Charlotte. The event also drew members and guests virtually via the live stream.

This year’s event recognized the late J. Scott Robinson, MAI, SRA, AI-GRS, AI-RRS, MRICS by presenting a commemorative crystal to his wife, Kim, who was in attendance. The NC Chapter’s Installation Ceremony has been officially renamed to the J. Scott Robinson Installation Ceremony in Scott’s honor. Scott, who passed in January 2021, was a longtime, active member of the Appraisal Institute and the NC Chapter and served the organization in many capacities, including being the 2016 President of the Appraisal Institute and the 2005 President of the NC Chapter.

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Welcome All 2021 New Members

We’d like to welcome our new members who joined the Chapter in 2021! The newest members who joined in Q42021 are Claudia Ray, Joel Phillips, and Christian Varela.

  • Alan Merritt Wilson
  • Alexis Nelson
  • Allen Peyson Hunt, III
  • Andrew Cypcar
  • Ashley Cate Cooper, MAI
  • Bradley P. Dunn
  • Caitlin Timmons McCain
  • Candy Getz
  • Christian Varela
  • Cindy M. Pickup, MAI, AI-GRS
  • Claudia  Jane  Ray
  • Cynthia Megan Gregory
  • David  Asuka  LaVigne
  • Gregory Lynn Smith
  • Jackson Tate
  • James Stotler
  • Jay S. Navarro, MAI
  • Jessica H. Williams
  • Jessica P. Rouse
  • Joel Phillips, SRA, AI-RRS
  • Julie M F Lemonds
  • Kristina Van Buskirk
  • Kyle Leon Bynes
  • Lori Mitchell
  • Michael Sollitto
  • Parker Deans Howard
  • R. Ryan Shively, MAI, SRA
  • Richard T Bryson
  • Sueann Nelson
  • Thomas C Alligood
  • Tyler Joseph Skaggs

Meet the Member: Greyson Morgan



  • Where do you live and who do you work for?
    I currently live in Greenville, NC and I work for Colliers International as a Senior Valuation Specialist.
  • How long have you been appraising?
    Since November of 2012
  • Who was your supervisor as a Trainee and how did you meet them?
    Bruce Sauter of F. Bruce Sauter & Associates, Inc. in Greenville.  We met while playing golf together at Ironwood Country Club.
  • What is the most unique property you’ve appraised?
    The Jarrett Bay Boatworks Industrial Park in Beaufort, NC.
  • What is a fact about you, outside of work-life, that people would be surprised to know?
    I am an Eagle Scout.

AI Board of Directors Approves Strategic Priorities for 2022

The Appraisal Institute Board of Directors at its Nov. 11-12 meeting in Chicago approved the Strategic Plan strategies that will guide the organization’s efforts in 2022, and beyond.

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Meet the Member: Chris Johnson

 
 
Where do you live and who do you work for?
I live in Charlotte and work for Colliers.
 
How long have you been appraising?
15 years
 
Who was your supervisor as a Trainee and how did you meet them?
Mike Dodgin. He was my instructor for my qualifying education
 
What is the most unique property you’ve appraised?
Tyler Perry’s studio in Atlanta, GA.
 
What is a fact about you, outside of work-life, that people would be surprised to know?
I have had my private pilot’s license for over 25+ years and that I and enjoy flying. It’s been years since I’ve flown, but would like to start flying again on a regular basis. 

Meet the Member: Jim Lynch


  • Where do you live and who do you work for?
    Concord, NC – Cushman & Wakefield

  • How long have you been appraising?
    20 Years
  • Who was your supervisor as a Trainee and how did you meet them?
    Skeet Harris & Rocky McElhannon. I met Skeet through a friend of my father-in-law and Rocky worked for Skeet
  • What is the most unique property you’ve appraised?
  • The Epicentre in Uptown Charlotte was the first true mixed-use property I ever appraised
  • What is a fact about you, outside of work-life, that people would be surprised to know?
    I enjoy playing golf and coaching youth basketball

Branch Chapter Events & Q3 Chapter Business Meeting Highlights

Over the summer, members in the Metrolina area gave back to their local community by volunteering with the Crisis Assistance Ministry to help sort clothes and donated household items for families in need. In addition, members in the Asheville area connected for happy hour at Blue Ghost Brewery! And in September, 30+ members gathered virtually and heard committee updates about the Chapter’s summer activities, learned what’s ahead, and celebrated our newly designated members, Ashley Cate Cooper, MAI, and Stephen M. Worthy, SRA, AI-GRS, AI-RRS. Ashley earned the MAI designation and Stephen earned the SRA and AI-RRS designations. Congratulations to them both!


Save the date: Q4 Chapter Business Meeting & Installation Ceremony is on December 9 at the Foundation for the Carolinas in Charlotte, NC. More details coming soon. 

Members Connect with Legislators in Raleigh

This past July, Chapter members Mike Moody, MAI, Mike Elwell, MAI, SRA, R/W-AC, John C. Palmer, MAI, CCIM, and Greyson S. Morgan, MAI had a very successful visit to the state capitol where they met with Representative Jon Hardister, House Majority Whip; Representative John Bell, House Majority Leader; Representative Terry Brown; and Representative Brian Turner to discuss current and upcoming legislation topics that impact the North Carolina appraisal industry.

 

Success at the 2021 Real Estate Valuation Conference

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!

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