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At Access Valuation, we’re committed not only to delivering exceptional appraisal services, but also to empowering our clients, partners, and fellow professionals with useful tools, insights, and educational content.
Whether you're an appraiser, REALTOR®, or attorney - you’ll find valuable resources here to support you.
Browse our available resources below!
AI Tools & Training
Access custom AI tools, get training, enroll in an upcoming AI class, or get consulting with us.
Your 24/7 Appraiser Assistant
Get Instant, Reliable Appraisal Answers - Any Time Your Need Them!
Now you can have a trusted appraisal expert available 24/7, giving you clear, accurate, and consistent answers in seconds.
Resources for REALTORS®
Your 24/7 Appraiser Assistant
Get Instant, Reliable Appraisal Answers - Any Time Your Need Them!
Now you can have a trusted appraisal expert available 24/7, giving you clear, accurate, and consistent answers in seconds.
Education Classes for REALTORS®
We currently offer the following classes:
Supporting Adjustments for REALTORS®
USPAP 101
Appraisal 101: Understanding the Process
How to Successfully Challenge an Appraisal (please make this one prominent—it’s in high demand)
Resources for Appraisers
Peer Review & Report Reviews
Get a second set of trained eyes on your report before submission. We’ll review for credibility, consistency, and USPAP alignment - and help you catch errors that could affect your reputation or client trust.
Market Analysis & Spreadsheet Coaching
Not sure if your market adjustments are well-supported? We’ll review your data sources, show you how to optimize your spreadsheets, and walk you through techniques that stand up to lender, AMC, or legal scrutiny.
Local Market Trends
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1-on-1 Skill Development and Workflow Support
Work directly with a seasoned appraiser on topics like:
Narrative writing & commentary improvements
Highest & Best Use analysis
Retrospective assignments
Reconciliation techniques
Time-saving workflow strategies
Support is tailored to your needs and experience level.
Resources for Attorneys
Education Classes for Attorneys
We’re available for custom education sessions tailored to estate and family law professionals.
CLE offerings are in development.
Your 24/7 Appraiser Assistant
Get Instant, Reliable Appraisal Answers - Any Time Your Need Them!
Now you can have a trusted appraisal expert available 24/7, giving you clear, accurate, and consistent answers in seconds.
Upcoming Classes
Data Visualization for Residential Appraisers
This course introduces residential real estate appraisers to the fundamentals of data visualization and its practical application in appraisal reporting and analysis. As the appraisal profession increasingly relies on complex data sources and quantitative analysis, the ability to communicate findings clearly and effectively is critical.
ChatGPT for RE Appraisers; Beginner’s Edition
Never used AI before? Perfect. Most appraisers are either avoiding ChatGPT entirely or just using it to clean up emails. This beginner-friendly course starts with the absolute basics and builds your confidence step-by-step. Oh, and NO tech background required!
Products
Calulator 2 for Appraisers
If you’ve ever struggled to justify your condition adjustments or explain how you arrived at a number, you’re not alone. Most appraisers rely on judgment calls or general impressions — but that leaves you open to scrutiny.
Condition Adjustment Calculator 3
Finally - A Clear, Defensible Way to Calculate the Condition Adjustment
If you’ve ever struggled to justify your condition adjustments or explain how you arrived at a number, you’re not alone. Most appraisers rely on judgment calls or general impressions — but that leaves you open to scrutiny.
Condition Adjustment Calculator for Appraisers
Finally - A Clear, Defensible Way to Calculate the Condition Adjustment
If you’ve ever struggled to justify your condition adjustments or explain how you arrived at a number, you’re not alone. Most appraisers rely on judgment calls or general impressions — but that leaves you open to scrutiny.
Speaking Engagements
Book Jason Tillema, SRA, AI-RRS
Appraisal Expertise. Real-World Insight. Delivered with Clarity and Credibility.
Are you looking for a dynamic speaker who can break down complex appraisal concepts into engaging, actionable insights?
Jason Tillema brings over two decades of hands-on experience, leadership, and teaching to the stage - helping REALTORS®, attorneys, and fellow appraisers better understand the valuation landscape.
Jason is available to speak to REALTOR®, legal, and appraiser groups on topics including:
Appraisal basics
Challenging appraisals
Avoiding bias
Market trends
Jason customizes each talk to fit the audience - whether it’s a room full of REALTORS®, a legal association, or a group of licensed appraisers looking to sharpen their skills.
Jason's teaching style is approachable, practical, and rooted in real-world scenarios — backed by thousands of valuations and years of volunteer service within the industry. He’s passionate about giving audiences clarity on today’s most pressing appraisal-related topics.
More Resources Coming Soon
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