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"...I have been promoting [The Strange Case On Agile Mountain] since I took it. It was wonderful...for me the best part of the class is that it is such a brain teaser and the open discussion just sucks you in. I have been taking appraisal classes since the late 90’s  and appraising  for the better part of 15 years and have found this to be the best one yet. Can’t wait to take it again."
Anne

What Makes The Agile Mountain Course So Different?

The Strange Case On Agile Mountain is unlike any case study or seminar you've ever experienced. It is based on an actual eminent domain case that proved stranger than fiction. The appraisal problems are easily grasped by new appraisers, but in context the case presents enough depth to seriously challenge even the most experienced of condemnation appraisers. This highly interactive course provides the chance to explore many issues at an informal, comfortable pace. 

"I've been taking appraisal courses since the mid-1970s, what the [redacted] called the 101 and 102 courses.  Actually took a one day prep seminar and then challenged the courses.  Anyway, I hate appraisal seminars, and particularly when they are mandated.  I figure that out of any seven hours, I may get fifteen minutes of worthwhile information.

But with all that said, your Agile Mountain seminar was/is the best I've ever had to sit through.  It was engaging, all the way.  You carried it through informally, with humor, yet kept everyone on track.  And everyone was engaged and interested, so far as I could tell.  This was a premier learning experience, even for a cynic like me, and I hope you go on the road with it." - pb

Darker Shades of Gray
[a Harkness Table Discussion of Topics That Concern Appraisers]

The Darker Shades of Gray course uses the Harkness Table format so students can explore appraisal subjects, questions, and topics that can't be handled by a typical class. The dynamic simply can't be replicated by a typical classroom structure or via distance ed, nor can the experience. This is the ultimate opportunity to freely discuss what you want to. This class could well be the best continuing education you've ever had!

All experienced appraisers know there are some really odd situations that don't have a right or wrong answer. Darker Shades of Gray was specifically developed to foster frank and open discussions of such oddities in a safe, semi-private environment. Students even have the opportunity to anonymously have their own questions presented to the group for discussion or clarification. Do you have a appraisal question you were afraid or too embarassed to ask? Bring it along - technical, ethical, practical, or philosophical... we'll do our best to get some answers! - more info

Why Our USPAP Update Is The Best You'll Ever Take!

In one word: interaction! The Harkness table format and our classes are intentionally kept small. The result: a very engaging course. Think this is just a bunch of puffery? Take Judy's word on it:

Definitely the best USPAP update that I’ve ever taken!
Thank you

Judy