Boca: Luxury Appraisal Masterclass - 2026 Appraisal Changes

Join us for an exclusive Lunch & Learn at Abe & Louie’s in Boca Raton featuring legendary appraiser Fred Smith, a highly respected industry veteran with more than 30 years of experience valuing some of South Florida’s most complex and prestigious properties.

This annual masterclass, held each year since 2023, has become one of the most anticipated educational events for top-producing Realtors, brokers, and real estate professionals who work with luxury homes, investors, developers, and high-net-worth clients.

Fred will share the advanced valuation techniques he uses to analyze properties that often challenge even the most experienced agents and lenders.

• 2026 appraisal guideline changes and emerging market trends
• Luxury and ultra-high-end property valuations
• Time adjustments and measuring market appreciation and depreciation
• Short-term rental (STR) and Airbnb property valuations
• High-end spec homes and ground-up construction
• Investment and income-producing properties
• Unique and one-of-a-kind homes with limited comparable sales
• ADUs, guest houses, and accessory structures
• How to appraise properties when there are little to no comparable sales
• How artificial intelligence is transforming the appraisal industry
• By popular demand: How to Rebut an Appraisal and Win

In today’s market, understanding how appraisers think can mean the difference between a smooth closing and a failed transaction. This session will provide practical strategies to:

• Price listings with greater confidence
• Anticipate appraisal issues before they become deal killers
• Challenge low appraisals effectively
• Better advise high-net-worth buyers and sellers
• Close complex transactions with more certainty

Whether you specialize in waterfront estates, golf course communities, new construction, investment properties, or architecturally unique homes, this masterclass will provide actionable insights you can apply immediately.

Seating is intentionally limited to maintain a high-level, interactive discussion and premium dining experience at Abe & Louie’s. Join the waiting list today to receive priority access when registration opens.

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