In a pinch and need Chief Appraiser Ethics, Property Tax Professional Ethics, or New Laws/Rules right now? Check out our Online Courses – On Demand, available whenever you need them!
(TAAD Talks will take a break from June through August. TAAD does not record TAAD Talks sessions.)
Please Note: To attend/view a TAAD Zoom Session, you must be registered whether or not you need CEs.
Zoom Sessions/Classes Descriptions
TAAD Talks
Chief Appraiser Ethics: Avoiding Prison and Political Traps
Description:
Topics covered:
- CA Ethics requirements – independence and political pressure
- USPAP and the New Ethics Rule
- Political Pressure, Elected BOD members and Reappraisal plans
- Our Laws and Real World Examples
- Rule 94.72(g) Endorsements
- Govt Code 573 -Nepotism
- Penal Code 31.03(f) – Theft by a public servant
- Penal Code 36.02 – Bribery
- Penal Code 36.05 – Tampering with Witness
- Penal Code 39.02 – Abuse of Official Capacity
- Penal Code 39.03 – Official Oppression
- Penal Code 39.06 – Misuse of Official Information
TALCB and TDLR Sanctions – Real World Examples
NOTE: Counts for Chief Appraiser Ethics credit
Zoom link will be sent to registrants the day before. Must be registered to attend/view, whether or not individual needs credit. Registration fees must reflect current membership status.
Cancellation deadline/penalty: No refunds for cancellations or no-shows.
Duration: 1:30 to 3:30pm CST
Dates: February 4, 2025 |
Location: Zoom
Instructor: Marya Crigler
Fees: 2025 TAAD Member : $50 | 2025 Non-member: $100 |
Credits: 2 CEs (NOTE: Counts for Chief Appraiser Ethics credit)
Registration Deadline: January 29, 2025
Understanding Methods and Assistance Program (MAP) Reviews for New Chief Appraisers
Description:
Are you anxiously preparing to experience a Methods and Assistance Program (MAP) Review?
If you are a new OR new-to-the-process chief appraiser, or someone assigned to work through your CAD’s MAP Review, this half-day session will be just what you need! Representatives of the Comptroller’s Property Tax Assistance Division will be on hand to outline the process, answer your questions and concerns, explain new steps in the review and help you prepare for your appraisal district’s review.
Zoom link will be sent to registrants the day before. Must be registered to attend/view, whether or not individual needs credit. Registration fees must reflect current membership status.
Cancellation deadline/penalty: Requests for refunds must be in writing and submitted by January 15, 2025; a $75 cancellation fee will be deducted. No refunds for cancellations or no-shows after January 20, 2025.
Duration: 8:30am to Noon CST
Dates: January 22, 2025 |
Location: Zoom
Instructor: Emily Hightree & PTAD Staff
Fees: 2025 TAAD Member District: $75 | 2025 TAAD Affiliate/Associate Member: $100 | Non-member: $150 |
Credits: 3.5 CEs
Registration Deadline: January 20, 2025
USPAP Refresher
Description:
To provide this training to as many registrants as possible, TAAD is periodically providing it online. The March through December sessions are pre-recorded. The ZOOM link will be sent the day prior to class.
2025 Dates:
- January 15
- March 5
Must be registered to attend/view. Registration fees must reflect current membership status. This session is pre-recorded.
Cancellation deadline/penalty: Cancellation must be received by TAAD in writing no later than 2 days prior to class, $50 penalty
Duration: 1:00 to 4:30pm (CST)
Dates: January 15, 2025 | March 5, 2025 |
Location for January 15: Zoom
Location for March 5: Zoom
Instructor: Tracey Foster, Esq., Hugh L. Landrum & Associates
Fees: 2025 TAAD Member District: $75 | 2025 TAAD Affiliate/Associate Member: $150 | 2025 Non-member: $225 |
Credits: 3.5 CEs
Registration Deadline: 3 days prior