Samples, Templates and Documents

From creating engagement contracts and report forms you can customize to your assignments, to highlighting common errors in valuation services, these resources assist and guide you in the day-to-day practice of your profession.

Sample Materials for Services

Use our sample documents as a resource in drafting your own engagement agreements. These materials address non-litigation and litigation appraisal assignments. You’ll need an online account to log in.

Sample Certification Statements

Use these sample certification statements for written reports as a resource in drafting certification statements. You’ll need an online account to log in.

Appraisal Institute Reports

AI Reports® are appraisal report forms designed by appraisers, for appraisers, to help you complete assignments.

Property Use Classification System

The AI Property Use Classification System (PUCS) is a uniform classification system of the potential uses of real estate. Download the current version!

Common Appraisal Errors and Issues

We’ve identified some of the most common errors and issues in valuation services. Use these documents as a resource to help you avoid errors and address issues in your work. You’ll need an online account to log in.

Readdressing, Reassigning, Reappraising

Learn how to handle readdressing, reassigning and reappraising requests in a way that complies with applicable standards and ethics requirements. You’ll need an online account to log in.

Use of Designations and Emblems

Communicate your achievements! Use the AI trademarked designations and designation emblems to show your commitment to the valuation profession. You’ll need an online account to log in.

Appraisal Institute Guide Notes


The Appraisal Institute has adopted a series of guide notes on how to apply the standards requirements in a variety of specific situations.

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