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Happy Anniversary lAAA!!! Everybody at the hitemational Automotive Appraisers Association would like to thank you for your support and dedication to our organization over the past 14 years. The lAAA, the only group of its kind, was started by a small group of veteran auto appraisers back in 1994. The founding members include, Jamie Del Valle, Joseph Jesser, David Laigle, Jeremiah Lee Larson, Robert Lorkowski and Anthony V. Monopoli. Through word of mouth and grassroots efforts, the LAAA has become the go-to source when consumers and legal counsel are in need of certified appraisers. We have members across the United States and Canada, and hope to extend our reach beyond North America in the coming years. \

The lAAA AAAIC This year's All-Auto-Appraisal-hidustry-Conference takes place January 16, 2009 in Scottsdale, Arizona.

From 2003 thru 2008 the AAAIC addressed issues that affect our future by bringing you together with other professionals in the auto appraisal industry. They share your concerns and attend to help resolve problems associated with our industry.

Our first issue AAN from 1995

The interaction and the communicating that takes place is an exclusive to the All-Auto-Appraisal-Industry-Conference. Since 2003, the conference was the epicenter that is responsible for establishing the USAAP (Uniform Standards for Auto Appraisal The Sixth Annual All-Auto-Appraisal-Industry- Conference comes at a time when it will take resourcefulness and resolve to face the challenges and issues that face us in the future. The lAAA appreciate our members who show their support of the conference by attending. They provide, insight, resources and contacts to make this all possible. Special thanks to Lance Coren, Jerry Slonsky, Bejay Gonzoles, Don Mills and Tony Monopoli who spend their time and effort producing it. Also thanks to the NADA, CPI, Putnam Leasing and VMR international who have sponsored the AAAIC since day one. The all-auto-appraisal-industry-conference.com website RSVP should be used for everyone to register at for the event. It will take place January 16, 2009 starting at 6:00 pm and the auto mediator session starts 4:00pm at the La Quinta Inn & Suites, 8888 E Shea Blvd Scottsdale, Arizona, You may still be able to take advantage of the lAAA negotiated room rate at the La Quinta Inn, so call (480) 614-5300 and make sure you use the lAAA name. This year they have offered us a better rate, you may still have time to $ave on your rooms. Arbitrat ion S a v e s I n s u r e r s and ind iv idua ls Mill ions The formation of the lAAA/Auto Mediators Association was announced during a previous All-Auto-Appraisal-Industry-Conference. The Auto Mediator Association Ethics and Procedure course were developed and taught by Professor Amy Coren at the 4* and 5* AAAIC. The 6* AAAIC has an Auto Mediator Umpire course that will include a step by step fulfillment of the Appraisal Clause requirement utilizing the

Auto Mediators.com websites three step process. The plan will be to have one of the Auto Mediator certified trained Umpires have an actual Appraisal Clause Hearing using the Auto Mediators Association Websites three step process. >. AMA and lAAA members will be allowed to watch the entire process from selection through the appraisal clause hearing from start to finish. The website will be accessed to acquire the names of three choices to be used as an umpire. The process available at the website will allow one of the umpires to be selected by name, one by using a state only, which provides the name and the third selection by using the websites random choice method which supplies an umpire by a number only that will be temporary shielded till after the choice is made by both participating appraisers. The course will illustrate the workings of the AM.com website. The paperwork that is necessary to the process will be supplied throughout the course including a notification and award form. We will allow all lAAA members to see the dramatization. I Bloodl ines in the Biz The lAAA itself has been a proponent of bringing a kid to a car show theme. We decided to show you how some of our members have followed. As we celebrate our 15th anniversary, the lAAA is laying foundation for the future, and you need look no further than some of the father-son teams in the organization. i The father-son duos of Jack and Tom Baker, Howard and Jeff Hyman, Robert and Robert Lojewski Jr. and most recently Tony and Mario Monopoli are making the appraisal business a family affair. Not only is it a great way for fathers and sons to forge a lasting bond, but it helps to ensure a legacy in the appraisal business for years to come. Mario Monopoli is the lAAA's newest appraisal apprentice, under the tutelage of his father Tony who has over 45 years of experience in the car business. Tony, the executive director of the lAAA, is a great source of information and

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guidance for Mario. But, the bigger picture is the family aspect. "Having my son get involved in the business means a lot to me," said Tony Monopoli. "It means that when my time in the business is done, the Monopoli name wil l continue on for years to come. You can't put a price tag on that."

This is a sentiment that Mario shares with his father. "No matter what was going on between me and my dad growing up, we could always talk about anything auto related. And by me becoming an apprentice (and a certified appraiser someday), it's a way for me to continue in the family business."

Tony urges all l A A A members with sons, or daughters, to get their children involved. In addition to being a great way to earn some extra income, it's a way to pass something from one generation to the next.

For those members with sons or daughters interested in becoming appraisers, contact the I AAA at: automotiveappraiserCajyahoo.com.

lAAA User Forum, a Wealth of Information The l A A A user forum is a great place to post questions to members without having to e-mail everyone individually. Got something on your mind? Can't figure something out? No problem. Just post your inquiry and check back to see i f someone has answered you. To help you expedite your postings request, send a copy to mm • avmtonv@yahoo. com and the lAAA wil l notify members through member email network and include a shortcut to the forum, making it easy for them to visit the forum to view the posting.

Users are reminded to abide by the forum terms and conditions. They are as follows: It is understood that the lAAA, members, agents or employees are not responsible for the accuracy of the content posted to this forum, and that the opinion displayed are that of each author who may or may not hold the Copy Rights as the Author. I

It is understood that l A A A forum is accessible to members in good standing only and that use of the password is prohibited by non-members

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without express written permission by the lAAA. I I

ONLINE MEETING 2009 Online meeting are posted in the forum and wil l commence in spring of 2009 in a Yahoo I M .

I A A A Members wishing to attend the online meeting with a yahoo powered email can download the Yahoo Instant Message program and always remember to save it not just open it.

For those without a Yahoo email or email that is powered by or compatible with Yahoo, paste www.yahoo.com into the address bar or web access bar, then take the sign up now option to get a free Yahoo email account once you are online. |

1 Click on the "Sign-Up-Now " 2 Try using your own email id first (youremailname@yahoo.com), use your own password from your present email account too. 3 Sign up for the Yahoo instant messaging option and download and save the program. 4 Send the l A A A an email at avmtony@yahoo.com when you have your Yahoo email account and instant messaging program. 5 The lAAA wil l then add you to our private yahoo I M chat room list and invite you to join us in a chat room the day of the meetings. 6 Follow the easy to instructions to join in a chat. Sign into yahoo the night of the meeting and stay on it. M I The l A A A meeting administrator wil l notify you to join our meeting. | |

Online Meetins Protocol: Type your first and last name, your location and a brief description of your expertise. Use a smiley face when you agree, to save typing yes. Our online chat room communication works through a progression of typed references. The administrator and presenter wi l l type or paste

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information, explanations and examples for all to read.

Please wait before reacting, because delayed responses puts information out of sync. A best-case scenario is to sit tight and make sure the speaker is finished. Focusing on the subject at hand is also important to keep the flow of informafion on track. Members should help by refraining from changing the subject.

Regional Meetings 2009 Jan. 16* AAAIC* Scottsdale, AZ ! Feb. 12-14*'- AACA Meeting Philadelphia, PA Apr. 22-26th-Barrett Jackson West Palm Beach, FL Apr. Spring Carlisle CarHsle, PA June A C E Claims Convention Las Vegas, NV Oct. Fall Carlisle Carlisle, PA Oct. Fall Hershey Hershey, PA Nov. SEMAShow Las Vegas, NV Nov. NACE Auto Body Show Las Vegas, NV

* Volunteers are needed to help at the AAAIC to baby sit the video camera and to man the display at AACA meeting, Spring/Fall Carlisle and Fall Hershey. If you can help, please call or email Tony Monopoli at: 201-391-5194, automotiveappraiser@yahoo.com

Dues 2009 The New Year is almost upon us, and in addition to holiday parties and gift giving, comes the time to renew your membership by paying your lAA A dues. Dues are $300 for lAAA and $399 for members who are also a part of Auto Mediators Association.

Using the lA AA name alone is worth the cost of your membership dues. The exposure you receive by being affiliated with the organization is priceless. The lAAA, celebrating its 15*

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anniversary, is the longest standing organization of its kind operating in the business. Additionally, the lAAA has an internet presence, and staff members attend nearly every event important to the business throughout the United States yearly, and 2009 wil l be no different.

So, don't wait another second. Send in your dues by check or money order to: lAAA, P.O. Box 338, Montvale, NJ 07645. Additionally, i f you would like to submit your payment by credit card or PayPal, please contact us by email at: automotiveppraiser@yahoo.com. Thank you for your continued support or the organization. We are looking forward to a bright and prosperous 2009!

NEW MEMBER 2008

lAAA ID # 1001101008 Mario Monopoli | P.O. Box 338 I . j Montvale, NJ 07645 | ; 201-391-5194 ' j mm.avmtony@yahoo.com . j

WORDS OF WISDOM When the going gets tuff, the tuff get going!

2008 was a year we won't forget soon, but how we counter it in 2009 wil l go down in history.

The AAAIC is a great start, come ask, listen and maybe we can all learn Irom it. Many Appraisers in attendance wil l witness an Appraisal Clause Hearing. It might be their first but hopefully not their last. , , .\

The lAAA and the Auto Mediators Association believe that appraisers and insurance companies will find the appraisal clause a useful solution to

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settling their value related disputes by exercising their right to invoke it.

an iconic, beautifully restored 1913 Locomobile Model M-48-3 Four Passenger Baby Tonneau for $357,500.

RM SPEAKS OUT. IS IT STJLL TRUE? RM AUCTIONS' HERSHEY EVENT CONFIRMS POSITIVE OUTLOOK FOR COLLECTOR CAR MARKET

Solid sales results from RM Auctions* recent 'Vintage Motor Cars of Hershey'

event illustrate the continuing strength of the classic car market.

HERSHEY, Pennsylvania (October 14, 2008) - Strong sales results from RM Auctions' Vintage Motor Cars of Hershey event last week are evidence the collector car market remains healthy. The single-day event, held October 10th at the famous Hershey Lodge, captured the attention of the collector car market as enthusiasts were eager to see the impact of the current economic climate on the global hobby. Whilst the October lO"' event followed a shaky week on Wall Street, results revealed a positive outlook with total sales surpassing $6.9 million for 84 cars offered, some of which exceeded expectations. "Despite recent fluctuations in the financial markets, collectors and enthusiasts remain positive about the classic car market," said Ian Kelleher, Managing Director of RM Auctions following the auction. "RM continues to be the barometer for the industry and strong sales results coupled with an increase in international interest - namely European bidders - at our Hershey event are a good indication that the market for alternative investments remains strong," he added. Headlining the single-day sale was a stunning 1933 Duesenberg La Grande Phaeton, considered one of the rarest and most desirable of the open bodied Duesenbergs. A factory supercharged model with just a handful of owners and a continuous history from new, this magnificent example brought an impressive $1,688,500. Other notable sales highhghts included a rare and highly desirable 1917 Pierce-Arrow Model 48 Touring Car for $385,000, and

Also stealing the spotlight were a unique series of pedal cars customized by some of today's leading automotive restorers and designers. Proceeds from the pedal car sales supported the esteemed Antique Automobile Club of America (AACA) association, headquartered in Hershey. Highlights included Josie's 56, a miniature pink Cadillac complete with actual stock fabric fi-om a 1956 Cadillac, real chrome and 24 karat gold plating for $34,500 and Fifth of Fiesta, so named as is exactly one-fifth the size of an actual 1953 Oldsmobile Fiesta for $23,000. In addition to the auction event, RM Auctions' participated in a number of special community activities during the week, including the AACA's annual Night at the Museum fundraising benefit at Hershey's AACA Museum, as well as facilitating a special tour for automotive students from the Milton Hershey School. ;

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Executive Editor A.V. Monopoli

Senior Editor MattSedita

Staff Contributions Lance Coren

Mario Monopoli

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