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AVS Webinar Series
Free educational webinars featuring leaders across appraisal, lending, technology, regulation, and valuation strategy.
July 2026
AVS Executive Briefing | Wednesday, July 15, 2026 - 12:00 PM Eastern / 11:00 AM Central
The Future of Appraisals: Insights from MISMO President Brian Vieaux
Join AVS for an executive-level discussion with Brian Vieaux, CMB, President of MISMO, on the future of appraisals, data standards, valuation modernization, and the forces shaping the next phase of the mortgage and valuation ecosystem.
GUEST: Brian Vieaux, CMB, President, MISMO
MODERATED BY: Gynell Vestal, Founder, American Valuation Society
Appraiser Business Growth | July 22, 2026 - 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM Central Time
Expanding Appraisal Practice Opportunities: Private, Legal, and Advisory Valuation Work
This session will explore ways appraisers can expand their practice beyond traditional lending assignments, including private-client work, legal and litigation-related valuation services, and advisory opportunities.
GUEST: Carole Henrysen Strugala
HOST: Genevieve Elkins
September 2026
AVS Tech Talk | September 9, 2026 - 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM Central Time
Aivre in Action: Smarter Appraisal Workflow
Join AVS for an educational technology session featuring Aivre and a practical look at how modern appraisal software can support workflow, inspection, market analysis, report development, and responsible technology adoption.
GUESTS: Jake Lew, Co-Founder & CEO, Aivre; Jordan Lesson, Co-Founder & CTO, Aivre
HOSTED BY: AVS Data & Technology Committee
This session is educational in nature. AVS does not endorse any specific vendor, product, or commercial service.
Past Webinar Recordings
Catch up on previous AVS webinars and educational sessions.
June 2026
AVS Tech Talk | June 16, 2026
AO-41: Use of Technology in an Appraisal or Appraisal Review
Hosted by the AVS Data & Technology Committee, this AVS Tech Talk focused on AO-41 and the use of technology in an appraisal or appraisal review.
GUEST: Nick Pilz, Chair, Appraisal Standards Board
HOSTED BY: AVS Data & Technology Committee
Appraiser Business Growth | June 18, 2026
The Appraiser's Edge: Diversifying Your Practice and Staying Relevant in an AI-Driven Future
A practical conversation on how appraisers can diversify their practice, adapt to market and technology changes, and remain relevant as artificial intelligence continues to reshape the valuation profession.
GUESTS: Gavin Curd and Taylor Curd
HOST: Genevieve Elkins
May 2026
Market & Industry Outlook | May 26, 2026
The State of Value - Forces Reshaping Mortgage, Appraisal, and Real Estate in 2026
2026 is reshaping how mortgages get made, homes get valued, and deals get done. Erin Dee, COO of Interlinc Mortgage, breaks down the forces driving the change and what valuation professionals need to know to stay ahead.
GUEST: Erin Dee, COO, Interlinc Mortgage
Valuation Tech in Practice | May 21, 2026
Where Appraisal Technology is Headed - A Conversation with Banks Technologies
A candid look at where valuation technology is headed and how the industry should prepare.
GUEST: Nick Conteduca, Chief Product and Strategy Officer, Banks Technologies
UAD 3.6 Lender Readiness | May 18, 2026
Inside UAD 3.6 - A Conversation with Freddie Mac
The biggest GSE shift in years is here. Freddie Mac leadership joins us for an inside look at UAD 3.6 and what appraisers and lenders should be doing now.
GUESTS: Kasie Woolrich, Daniel Miller, and Danny Wiley
Appraiser Business Strategy | May 7, 2026
Breaking Into Litigation Appraisal - Building a Higher-Value Practice
A practical look at entering litigation appraisal and how this specialty can strengthen and diversify your practice.
GUEST: Craig Gilbert, Valuation Expert and Consultant, Craig Gilbert Appraisals
April 2026
UAD 3.6 Lender Readiness | April 28, 2026
The 6-Month Countdown - An AMC and Lender UAD 3.6 Readiness Roadmap
The UAD 3.6 mandate hits November 2, 2026. This shift touches LOS, QC, secondary, compliance, BI, and every AMC relationship in your pipeline.
GUEST: Cindi Harris, Senior Valuation Consultant, Walitt Solutions
Appraisal Software | April 23, 2026
UAD 3.6 Cloud Based Software - Freedom Appraise Demo
Bringing innovative cloud-based appraisal efficiencies to real estate appraisals. Freedom's design simplifies the appraisal process to allow you to focus on appraising, not software.
GUEST: Andy Arledge, President, Freedom Appraise
Appraisal Software | April 21, 2026
Appraise-It Pro in Action - UAD 3.6 Ready
Discover how Appraise-It Pro combines GSE-verified UAD 3.6 compliance with the tools appraisers need for a smoother, smarter workflow.
GUEST: Remington Jones, CEO, SFREP