Spotting the Gaps: Effective Appraisal Review for 2026 Pre-Sale Completions
DATE: May 5, 2026
TIME: 10am – 11am PT/1pm-2pm ET
LOCATION: Zoom
- The Elephant in the Room: Confronting inherent conflicts of interest in the valuation process.
- Redefining “Market Value”: Cutting through the noise of assignment sales and developer dump-offs.
- Optical Illusions: What developers are really doing to get deals across the finish line (and hiding from the MLS).
- Beyond the Blanket: Knowing when a generic building report isn’t enough to protect your capital.
- Winners & Losers: A data-driven look at which Vancouver sub-markets are thriving versus diving.
- The Appraiser’s Playbook: Actionable tips for smarter, faster underwriting decisions.
SPEAKER:
ADAM LAWRENSON – BBA, AACI. P, APP
President, Adlaw Appraisals Ltd
Adam Lawrenson founded Adlaw Appraisals Ltd. in 2013. His education in entrepreneurial leadership and his diverse appraisal background naturally led him to starting an appraisal firm of his own. He loves what he does and enjoys the variety of his work and the the challenging assignments that cross his desk daily.
As much as he loves real estate, he is also continuously searching for ways to improve the appraisal process for all stakeholders. Though the company has grown under his leadership, he credits his team of hardworking appraisers and friendly office staff for the success of his company.
Speaker
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Adam Lawrenson - Adlaw Appraisals
ADAM LAWRENSON – BBA, AACI. P, APP
President, Adlaw Appraisals LtdAdam Lawrenson founded Adlaw Appraisals Ltd. in 2013. His education in entrepreneurial leadership and his diverse appraisal background naturally led him to starting an appraisal firm of his own. He loves what he does and enjoys the variety of his work and the the challenging assignments that cross his desk daily. As much as he loves real estate, he is also continuously searching for ways to improve the appraisal process for all stakeholders. Though the company has grown under his leadership, he credits his team of hardworking appraisers and friendly office staff for the success of his company.