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Valuation Bias and Fair Housing Laws and Regulations

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Elective Hours: 8 State Specific: 0 Total Hours: 8

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State Requirements

This 8-hour AQB CAP approved course meets the Valuation Bias and Fair Housing Laws and Regulations Outline from the Real Property Qualification Criteria for Qualifying Education when earning or upgrading a credential after January 1, 2026.

This eight-hour qualifying education course for aspiring appraisal professionals provides a thorough introduction to valuation bias and its significance in the real estate industry. You’ll examine the historical and contemporary factors that contribute to bias, explore key federal fair housing laws and regulations, and develop strategies to identify and avoid bias in property valuation. By understanding these critical concepts, you’ll gain insight into how ethical and unbiased appraisals contribute to fairness and equity in the housing market.

Through detailed case studies, engaging inquiries, and practical applications, this course lays the groundwork for aligning your future practice with professional standards and legal requirements. Whether you’re preparing for certification or building a strong foundation for your appraisal career, this course will help you develop the knowledge and skills essential for success in the field.

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State Requirements For Michigan

Michigan State Requirement Details for Limited Real Estate Appraiser Qualifying Education

Hours Required by the State: 87 hours

30-hour Basic Appraisal Principles
30-hour Basic Appraisal Procedures
15-Hour National USPAP Course
8-hour Valuation Bias and Fair Housing Laws and Regulations course*
4-hour Supervisory Appraiser/Trainee Appraiser Course

*Beginning January 1, 2026, an 8-Hour Valuation Bias and Fair Housing Laws and Regulations course will be required for Qualifying Education when earning or upgrading a credential.

Licensing Exam: The licensing exam is administered by PSI. Registration for the state licensing exam is an entirely separate process from proctoring for your course final exam. For instructions to register for your state licensing exam and further information, please click here.

The CE Shop’s Offering: 87 hours

30-hour Basic Appraisal Principles
30-hour Basic Appraisal Procedures
15-Hour National USPAP Course
8-hour Valuation Bias and Fair Housing Laws and Regulations course
4-hour Supervisory Appraiser/Trainee Appraiser Course

Reporting: The state requires course completions to be reported to the state. We will report your course to the state upon completion.

Expiration Date of Course: Course expiration dates vary by course. Each individual course will have an expiration date listed in your account. See Terms & Conditions for more details.

Certificates: Immediately upon course completions, The CE Shop will provide students with an electronic copy of the course certificate of completion. Certificates will remain in your account for a minimum of five years, should you need additional copies at a later time. Please refer to your application to determine if you need to submit your certificate(s) of completion. Course completion dates are recorded using Central Standard Time. Please note that the date on your certificate of completion will reflect this.

Proctored Final Exam: The state requires your final exam to be proctored. You’ll need to schedule an appointment with a proctor in advance. You can find full details of the proctoring process here. Upon passing the final course exam, you will be asked to sign an affidavit verifying your identity as the student who completed the course and the final course exam.

Max Hours in a 24-Hour Period: Students will not receive credit for more than 10 hours of qualifying education in a 24-hour period. Our online course delivery system manages this requirement for you.

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