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Solar PV: Technology and Valuation Join us on Wednesday, October 28th for a special session devoted to Solar Photovoltaic (PV) Technology and Valuation practices for realtors and real estate appraisers. Appraisers and realtors are increasingly challenged with the call to advance their credibility and competency on this topic as homeowners continue to invest in solar. Saving money is the primary motive for homeowners to invest in solar. Today we are seeing even stronger market drivers from changes in CA energy policy and building codes as they shift to an emphasis on all-electric buildings powered by solar. These, along with power losses from power safety power shut offs (PSPS) and fires are fueling the momentum of solar sales. Debra Little, Instructor and Home Performance and Valuation Specialist, will teach attendees how to be better equipped to represent solar assets accurately in sales, competently complete valuations and be credible guides for buyers and sellers.   Topics Covered ·        The first question to ask about solar systems ·        The most important question to answer related to valuation of a solar system ·        How to determine value of solar PV: 3 appraisal approaches ·        Key essential points to include in listings and reports ·        How utility rates impact purchasing decisions ·        Components of solar systems and what to look for during inspections ·        Context of CA solar policy; primer on energy efficiency with illustrated examples ·        Electric vehicles: charging at home and capacity to power homes ·        Storage: paired with solar for resilience in extreme events and power shortages ·        Market trends and potential future influences including the evolving challenges in managing our power grid ·        Access to free online tools to inform and improve professionalism       Wednesday, October 28, 2020 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. This online MS Teams webinar is open to all industry professionals and is FREE OF CHARGE. Register Here         Learning Outcomes At the conclusion of the class, participants will be able to: ·        Answer essential questions regarding the valuation of a solar system ·        Identify components of solar systems and know what to look for during inspections ·        Be aware of variations in utility rates and their impact on value ·        Understand motives and market influencers of homeowner decisions ·        Determine the value of solar PV systems: 3 appraisal approaches ·        Accurately represent solar in listings including vital points to inform value ·        Comprehend basics of battery storage, microgrids, and electric vehicles and their potential for grid balancing and resiliency ·        Know how unique stakeholders contribute to the shared pool of knowledge to support fair valuations       Prerequisites Participants will benefit if they have some background and familiarity with valuation principals.   Credit 3 hours of continuing education credits. BREA, DRE       Questions?  Please email [email protected]   Follow Us!