Jim Blaydes, TJ McCarthy, John Brenan, John Torvi, Charlie Franklin, and Brian Weaver. Rich deVerdier, MAI, SRA, AI-GRS started the morning session thanking the exhibitors and presenters. He briefly explained a recent legislative victory with HB5709 and announced ICAP’s new Supervisor/Trainee Seminar offering. After a wonderful lunch, representatives from the vendor showcase were given an opportunity to address the seminar with a brief introduction of their services. Rich deVerdier was presented a plaque of appreciation for his service as ICAP 2014 President. Additionally all attendees participated in a drawing conducted by Rick. Vendor representatives presented winners with gifts donated by each respective vendor. The final opportunity to take advantage of the vendor showcase was during the afternoon break and Ice Cream Social, always a Lisle favorite.

Ron DeVries, MAI,to 100% review or a list of appraisers whose appraisals are no longer accepted by Fannie Mae. TJ also encouraged appraisers to read through Fannie Mae letter LL-2014-02: Property and Appraisal Requirements for Properties Located in Small Towns and Rural Areas. He suggested there is quotable text in the letter for appraisers working in rural parts of Illinois. He also explained more about the Supervisor and Trainee Requirements in Illinois related to the new required course.

After lunch, John Brenan, Director of Appraisal Issues for the Appraisal Foundation, provided an overview on the Appraisal Foundation (AF). The AF has nine appraisal sponsors, three affiliate sponsors, and one international sponsor. It is comprised of four Boards: The Appraisal Quality Board (AQB), the Appraisal Practices Board (APB), the Appraisal Standards Board