Property Valuations · Part of the EiP Academ

The Complete Guide to Property Valuations

Every valuation method in one course, from income capitalisation to discounted cash flow, with the RICS Red Book and International Valuation Standards explained along the way.

Beginner

5 CPD hours

about this course

Every valuation method, in one place

This course takes you through the valuation hierarchy, showing how each approach and method works and how to choose between them.

You work through each method in Excel with worked examples, and finish knowing when to use each one and where to find the inputs.

Who this course is for

Surveyors and valuers

APC candidates

Investment and acquisitions analysts

Asset managers who review valuations

Graduates joining a valuation team

Anyone who needs to explain how a valuation is reached

What you'll end up with

This is what you'll learn to do

By the end of the course, you will be able to choose the right valuation method and explain how you reached the answer.

  • Explain the difference between price, value and worth

  • Choose the right method using the valuation hierarchy

  • Value income with capitalisation, term and reversion, and the hardcore method

  • Build a discounted cash flow valuation

  • Find the inputs and market evidence you need

What you will learn

Skills you can use at work straight away

  • RICS Red Book and IVS

  • The valuation hierarchy

  • Income capitalisation

  • Term and reversion

  • Hardcore and top-slice method

  • Residual method

  • Discounted cash flow valuation

  • Depreciated replacement cost

Practical examples

Excel examples and downloadable files to work through.

Supporting materials

Everything you need alongside the lessons.

Academy access

Included in the EiP Academy, with future updates while your membership is active.

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FAQs

Does this course cover discounted cash flow valuations?

Yes. It explains how a DCF valuation works, then covers the modified DCF, discount factors, NPV and the difference between annual and quarterly cash flows.

Is this course useful for RICS APC candidates?

Many APC candidates use it to understand the valuation methods and the Red Book. It is not RICS accredited, and we cannot promise how it will help with your assessment.

Which valuation methods does the course cover?

Income capitalisation, years' purchase in perpetuity, term and reversion, the hardcore and top-slice method, the residual method, discounted cash flow, depreciated replacement cost and comparable market evidence.

How long will I have access?

You have unlimited access for 12 months, in line with the EiP Academy, which is a 12-month programme. Nothing renews automatically, and you can renew when the period ends.

Do I get instant access?

Yes. Access is sent to you by email as soon as your order is confirmed.

Is this course included in the EiP Academy?

Yes. It is included in the EiP Academy, together with the other courses, the EiP Model Library and a community of property professionals. If you want more than one course, take a look at the Academy.

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