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How to Become a Property Appraiser

McKissock

Top reasons why people choose an appraisal career include income potential, opportunity for flexible hours, and diverse career paths. Keep reading for insights on the appraisal profession, how to become a property appraiser, and, finally, how to maintain your license and grow your career. Call 800.328.2008.

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Is Property Appraisal an Art or a Science?

AmeriMac

A property appraisal is a process of estimating the value of real estate. Appraisals are almost always used in purchase and sale transactions, where they are used to determine if a home’s price is appropriate for its location, condition and features. Process of Property Appraisal.

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How to Become a Supervisory Appraiser

McKissock

As an experienced appraiser, there are many reasons you may decide to take on a trainee. property inspections), or prepare for retirement. Whatever the reason, supervisors play an essential role in the training and development of future appraisers. You might be looking to grow your business, delegate tasks (e.g.,

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4 Key Disclosures and Disclaimers for Hybrid Appraisal Reports

McKissock

The scope of work must disclose the extent the property was inspected. USPAP states that appraisal reports for real property must contain a signed certification indicating whether the appraiser has or has not personally inspected the subject property. Property inspection disclaimer.

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NAR Member Survey on Appraisal Data Collectors

Appraisal Today

I am working on an article on Hybrid Appraisals for the November issue of Appraisal Today. To me, the big issue is who is doing the inspections. Only appraisers do the appraisals. Most of the inspection training we receive as appraisers happens in the field. Inspection training was very good.

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Revisiting Advisory Opinion 16

DataMaster

With two weeks to go until the deadline for comment submissions, we urge all appraisers to make their voice heard. This Opinion addresses Fair Housing Laws: Avoiding Bias in Real Property Appraisal and Appraisal Review Development Reporting. Advisory Opinion 16.

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What Appraisal CE Courses Are Trending this Month? (February 2021)

McKissock

Residential Property Inspection for Appraisers. This course is a primer on how to inspect a residential property, and it is designed to be meaningful and relevant for experienced appraisers and novice appraisers alike. I would highly recommend for new appraisers and seasoned appraisers as well.”