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Information for a Career in Real Estate Appraisals
The real estate appraisal career path is expected to grow 8% through 2024 according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. So now is the perfect time to start your career in real estate appraising.
Real Estate Appraisal Resources and Jobs for your State
Real Estate Appraisal Resources and Jobs for your State
Tools of the Trade
A real estate appraisal business needs tools to operate and be successful. We have curated a list of some tools that can help with your appraisal business and with doing appraisals.
The four groups of resources below include online education, appraisal software, business software, and appraisal tools.
Visit the Tools of Trade page to see a description of some resources that may provide value to your business.
New Career in Real Estate Appraisals
Real estate appraisal requirements differ from state to state. The Appraiser Qualifications Board (AQB) establishes the minimum education, experience, and examination requirements for real property appraisers to obtain a state license or certification.
Due to the AQB, state requirements have many similarities, but it is up to each state to determine their specific rules and processes. If you are considering a career in real estate appraisals, please click on the link of your state above to take you to your state’s requirements.
Additional Licensing for Real Estate Appraisers
Real Estate Appraisers have three to four levels of certifications they can achieve in their career. Each certification level has certain educational requirements. The names of these levels can differ between states. The four Federal Appraiser Classifications are Apprentice Appraiser (Level 1), Licensed Appraiser (Level 2), Certified Residential Appraiser (Level 3), and Certified General Appraiser (Level 4). Please click on the link of your state above to take you to your state’s requirements.
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