Webinar – Appraisal Insights for Mortgage Brokers
| Title: | Expert Series – Appraisal Insights for Mortgage Broker |
|---|---|
| Location: | Delivered in an interactive Zoom environment |
| Start date: | 15 October, 2025 |
| Cost: | $0.00 for members or $49.00 for non-members |
Expert Series – Appraisal Insights for Mortgage Brokers: Market Trends, Valuation, and Compliance
Presented by CMBA-BC
Wednesday, October 15th, 2025, at 09:30AM – 10:30AM
FREE for CMBA-BC Members
Appraisals continue to play a crucial role in mortgage financing—but with shifting market conditions, new fraud risks, and evolving standards, it’s more important than ever for brokers, broker-owners, and compliance leads to stay informed.
In partnership with the Appraisal Institute Canada – BC, this webinar will provide clear, practical insights to help you navigate the appraisal process with confidence. Whether you’re reviewing reports, supporting your clients, or ensuring compliance at your brokerage, this session will equip you with the knowledge you need to stay safe and informed.
Join us to learn:
- How to read, interpret, and assess appraisal reports
- What’s changing in appraisal standards and market valuation trends
- How to recognize red flags, avoid fraud, and manage risk
- What you need to know about legal suites, small-scale multi-unit housing, and more
Webinar Topics & Agenda Overview:
Appraisal 101 for Mortgage Brokers
- Overview of the appraisal process and broker responsibilities
- Key components of a comprehensive appraisal report
- How to review and understand appraisal findings
Navigating Valuation Challenges
- Current market value trends and insights
- The impact of market shifts on appraised values
- Understanding pre-sale vs. current market valuations
- Addressing potential value drops in recently purchased homes
Compliance and Risk Management
- Recognizing signs of altered or fraudulent reports
- Appraisal types (e.g., full, drive-by, desktop): what brokers need to know
- Best practices for mitigating compliance and reputational risks
Special Focus Areas
- Verification of legal suites and authorized secondary units
- Appraisal standards for small-scale multi-unit housing
- Updates on evolving appraisal standards and expectations
Live Q&A with the Appraisal Institute
SPEAKER
Leigh Walker
Founder, Lawrenson Walker Appraisals
Leigh brings over 28 years of experience in the real estate industry, beginning his career in real estate sales before joining BC Assessment and eventually transitioning into fee appraisal. In 2008, he purchased the firm he worked for, marking the beginning of Lawrenson Walker Appraisals.
A dedicated advocate for the appraisal profession, Leigh has volunteered extensively within both the appraisal and mortgage industries. His mission is to bridge the gap between these sectors through a commitment to customer service and education. In 2018, he co-founded BAREA – The Business Association of Real Estate Appraisers, a national network of appraisal firm owners focused on business growth, industry collaboration, and professional standards.
Leigh is deeply passionate about his family. Outside of work, he can be found snowboarding, mountain biking, traveling, or enjoying great architecture and design.
CO-MODERATOR
Christina Bhalla
Christina Bhalla, BA, DULE is the Chief Executive Officer of the British Columbia Association of the Appraisal Institute of Canada (AIC-BC). Since 2016, Christina has worked with the Association’s Board of Directors, as well as Provincial and National staff and volunteers, to manage the daily operations and strategic objectives for the AIC-BC, a professional membership organization that services approximately 1,200 Professional Appraisers. She is an advocate for the appraisal profession and supports AIC-BC Members through the development and delivery of AIC programs and policies. Christina brings a background in commercial real estate, previously working as an AIC Candidate Appraiser for Colliers International; she is currently studying to complete her Professional Appraisal (P.App, AACI) designation with the Appraisal Institute of Canada. She was one of the founders of the Colliers Cares Foundation and served as Secretary and Vice-Chair during her tenure. Christina was awarded for her business and community contributions as a 2014 Top 20 Under 40 Vancouver Island winner and was also recognized as the Black Press Women in Business Awards’ Rising Star in 2013.
HOST & CO-MODERATOR
Marci Deane
Marci Deane is a Mortgage Broker and Owner with Ask Marci About Mortgages – Mortgage Architects based in North Vancouver and CMBA-BC Past President. She has worked in the financial industry for the past 30 years in banking, real estate and mortgage brokering. Marci is consistently a president club winner with Mortgage Architects and she received the top producer award for her team in 2021.
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Excellent, extremely valuable, and pertinent in today’s climate.
All of the speakers and the content was useful and educational!
Important information learned from the Q and A session.