Real Estate Appraisal in California is an extensively-illustrated textbook and course workbook that gives a practical approach to appraising. This comprehensive textbook and course workbook – approved by the California Department of Real Estate for qualification for a California Real Estate Broker License or to extend a California Real Estate Sales License – covers real property, real estate law, economic concepts, the appraisal process, site analysis and valuation, the construction process, the market data appraisal approach, the cost appraisal approach, the income appraisal approach, tools for an appraisal, licensing and certification for real estate appraisers, appraisal for government programs, fair housing, and professional conduct and ethics. In addition, each chapter includes a multiple-choice written assignment for students.