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CAREA May 20 2026 Meeting

When
May 20, 2026
4:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Location
Zoom or The Public House at The Alexander, 3104 N Nevada Avenue, Colorado Springs
Registered
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Registration

Live Class, Non-Member – $75.00
This registration type is for the live event for non CAREA/RMAA members. Includes C.E.
Live Class, Non-Member, NO CE Credit – $40.00
This registration type is for the live event for non CAREA/RMAA members. No C.E.
Live Class, Zoom Members and Affiliates – $40.00
This registration type is for the live event for CAREA, RMAA, El Paso Country Assessor) Members only. Includes C.E. Not a member, join now and save $$!
Zoom Class, Non-Member – $45.00
This registration type is to attend via Zoom for non CAREA/RMAA members. Includes C.E.
Zoom Class, Non-Member, NO CE Credit – $30.00
This registration type is to attend via Zoom for non CAREA/RMAA members. No. C.E.

Join CAREA at our May Meeting-Live or Via Zoom

Professionalism, Partnership & Performance: Elevating the Appraiser Experience

Presenter: Michael "MJ" Carroll

Join this three-hour course led by MJ Carroll, Principal Appraiser at MJ Valuations, Inc. You’ll learn practical techniques for professional communication—making strong first impressions on every call, navigating challenging client conversations, and setting clear next steps while adhering to engagement instructions and managing your schedule effectively.

Discover ways to refine your presence and build lasting relationships. You’ll explore how punctuality and objective language reinforce credibility, develop a polished professional image, and apply strategies for identifying and nurturing your most valuable clients. This course delivers actionable habits to enhance performance and distinguish your appraisal practice.

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Approved for 3 Hours of Colorado Continuing Education for Colorado Licensed/Certified Appraisers & CAREA Affiliate Members

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The Public House at The Alexander

3104 N Nevada Avenue, Colorado Springs

Please register in advance for this meeting. During the registration process, please select if you are attending live or via Zoom.
If you are not attending THE ENTIRE presentation (e.g. joining too late or leaving too early), you will not be able to receive a CE certificate.
Please note that we only refund your attendance fee for this meeting (if you are not a member) if you cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the meeting.
In-person attendees: Registration begins at 4:00 p.m., dinner starts at 4:30 p.m. and class begins at 5:00 p.m.
Virtual Attendees: Zoom link will open between 4:45 p.m. and 5:00 p.m. and class starts at 5:00 p.m.

We look forward to seeing you!

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Michael “MJ” Carroll, MNAA, is the Principal Appraiser and founder of MJ Valuations, Inc., with over 35 years of residential appraisal experience across Southern California and, since 2016, Colorado. He began his career in 1987 with Home Savings of America and, by age 26, became the youngest district manager in Bank of America’s appraisal division. MJ has consistently ranked among the top producers nationally, specializes in complex property assignments, and has developed a broad network of clients—including lenders, attorneys, and real estate professionals—to deliver reliable valuation services .

An active leader in the profession, MJ serves as President of the Colorado Coalition of Appraisers, sits on the Board of the Colorado Association of Real Estate Appraisers, and is a member of the National Association of Appraisers. He holds an Associate of Arts in Real Estate from El Camino College and pursued Speech Communication studies at California State University, Long Beach.