The First Party Claims Conference (FPCC) is a nationally recognized provider of education specifically designed for both carrier and policyholder resources - adjusters, public adjusters, attorneys and others in the first party property insurance claims community. Attendees can earn continuing education (CE) credits *pending approval from 27 DOI’s across the nation..

IAUA Certification will be held December 4.

Registration handled by the First Party Claims Conference: 

CLICK HERE for Registration and Event Info 

IAUA Appraisal Conference

New Orleans

Louisiana's New Appraisal Law

Day 1 - Wednesday January 15

Morning

• Check-in & Breakfast (provided): 7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
• Welcome & Introductions
• Amount of Loss, Disputes and Potential Means of Resolution
• IAUA Founding, Mission, History
• Legal Issues in Appraisal - Global Perspective: 
• • Steven J. Badger, Esq. and William F. "Chip" Merlin, Jr., Esq. discuss legal considerations in appraisal during the ongoing "Battle of Merlin vs Badger."
• Lunch (provided)

Afternoon Sessions

• Expert Investigation - Building Envelope
• • John Minor of TeamComplete
• Repair vs Replace, is Causation Coverage?
• • Rendering an Effective Appraisal Award - some PR takeaway
• Louisiana's New Law on Appraisal
• • Matthew D. Monson, Esq. will present the new law and discuss its implications for Appraisal, under policies effective 1/1/2025 and beyond

Evening

• Reception (follows discussion)

Day 2 - Thursday January 16

Morning

• Check-in & Breakfast (provided): 7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
• Certification Class - addresses Appraiser and Umpire

• Certification Exams (proctored): 11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
  (Requires device operable on battery for 60 minutes)

Registration Options (all subject to availability)

Early Bird open thru December 15

Regular open Dec 16 - Jan 12

Walk-up registration after January 12

Dress Code

Dress code for all IAUA events is "Smart Casual" unless a stricter dress code is required by our host location. Please dress like a professional - no shorts or t-shirts with large graphics on them. 

There are a limited number of rooms available at the conference rate. Lodging coming soon and mention the IAUA Conference (code) for group rates.

IAUA Appraisal Conference

StreamSong Resort

Day 1 - Wednesday February 19

Morning

• Check-in & Breakfast (provided): 7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
• Welcome & Introductions
• Amount of Loss, Disputes and Potential Means of Resolution
• IAUA Founding, Mission, History
• Legal Issues in Appraisal - Global Perspective: 
• • TBA Defense Counsel and William F. "Chip" Merlin, Jr., Esq. discuss legal considerations in appraisal, fireworks may be launched.

• Lunch (provided)

Afternoon Sessions

• • Who May Serve as Appraiser, Who Should?
  • Unique Elements of Loss in Appraisal
  • Repair vs Replace, is Causation Coverage?
  • Rendering an Effective Appraisal Award - some PR takeaway

Evening

• Reception (follows discussion)

Day 2 - Thursday February 20

Morning

• Check-in & Breakfast (provided): 7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
• Certification Class - addresses Appraiser and Umpire

• Certification Exams (proctored): 11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
  (Requires device operable on battery for 60 minutes)

Registration Options (all subject to availability)

Early Bird open thru Jan 19

Regular open Jan 20 - Feb 16

Walk-up registration after Feb 16

Dress Code

Dress code for all IAUA events is "Smart Casual" unless a stricter dress code is required by our host location. Please dress like a professional - no shorts or t-shirts with large graphics on them. 

Accommodations

Go to StreamSong's Website to book lodging, or call (888) 534-2045.

IAUA Appraisal Conference

Petroleum Club of Houston

Day 1 - Wednesday March 25

Morning

• Check-in & Breakfast (provided) on the 25th floor: 7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
• Welcome & Introductions
• Amount of Loss, Disputes and Potential Means of Resolution
• IAUA Founding, Mission, History
• Legal Issues in Appraisal - Global Perspective: 
• • Steven J. Badger, Esq. and William F. "Chip" Merlin, Jr., Esq. discuss legal considerations in appraisal during the ongoing "Battle of Merlin vs Badger."

• Lunch (provided)

Afternoon Sessions

• • Who May Serve as Appraiser, Who Should?
  • Unique Elements of Loss in Appraisal
  • Repair vs Replace, is Causation Coverage?
  • Rendering an Effective Appraisal Award - some PR takeaway

Evening

• Reception (follows discussion)

Day 2 - Thursday March 26

Morning

• Check-in & Breakfast (provided): 7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
• Certification Class - addresses Appraiser and Umpire

• Certification Exams (proctored): 11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
  (Requires device operable on battery for 60 minutes)

Registration Options (all subject to availability)

Early Bird open thru Feb 25

Regular open Feb 26 - Mar 21

Walk-up registration after March 21

Dress Code

Dress code for all IAUA events is "Smart Casual" unless a stricter dress code is required by our host location. Please dress like a professional - no shorts or t-shirts with large graphics on them.

The Petroleum Club of Houston has a strict dress code - please be sure to follow it!

Parking

Physical Parking Lot Address: 1225 Louisiana Street
Metered pay self-parking rate is $10.00 - $30.00

Accommodations

Petroleum Club does not have lodging; please arrange your own.

IAUA Appraisal Conference

Westin O'Hare

Day 1 - Tuesday April 22

Morning

• Check-in & Breakfast (provided): 7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
• Welcome & Introductions
• Amount of Loss, Disputes and Potential Means of Resolution
• IAUA Founding, Mission, History
• Ethical Issues in Appraisal - global perspective - Be Your Best
• • William F. "Chip" Merlin, Jr., Esq., Merlin Law Group

• Lunch (provided)

Afternoon Sessions

• • Appraisal in Illinois - A View from Both Sides
    
  • • Balanced Panel Discussion with:
      
    • • • Edward Eshoo, Esq., Merlin Law Group
          
        • Christina Phillips, Esq., Merlin Law Group
          
        • Matthew Ponzi. Esq., Foran Glennon
    
    
  • Who May Serve as Appraiser, Who Should?
  • Unique Elements of Loss in Appraisal
  • Repair vs Replace, is Causation Coverage?
  • Rendering an Effective Appraisal Award - some PR takeaway

Evening

• Reception (follows discussion)

Day 2 - Wednesday April 23

Morning

• Check-in & Breakfast (provided): 7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
• Certification Class - addresses Appraiser and Umpire

• Certification Exams (proctored): 11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
  (Requires device operable on battery for 60 minutes)

Registration Options (all subject to availability)

Early Bird open thru Apr 13

Regular open Apr 14 - May 10

Walk-up registration after May 10

Dress Code

Dress code for all IAUA events is "Smart Casual" unless a stricter dress code is required by our host location. Please dress like a professional - no shorts or t-shirts with large graphics on them.

Accommodations

A limited number of rooms is available at the conference rate, contact the hotel at  (847) 698-6000 and mention the IAUA Conference. 

A link will be added when for booking lodging.