| Is the supervisory appraiser required to sign off on a trainee's work product? |
Aspiring Appraiser, Supervisory, Training |
2023.11.13
Nov. 13, 2023
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| How can we get more veterans involved in the appraisal profession? |
Aspiring Appraiser, Veterans |
2023.09.25
Sep. 25, 2023 |
| What is Practicum? |
Practicum, Aspiring Appraiser, Experience |
2023.05.30
May 30, 2023 |
| Can you help me find a supervisor? |
Aspiring Appraiser, Supervisory |
2021.06.01
Jun. 1, 2021 |
| How can I get the University of Georgia approved in the Degree Review Program? |
Aspiring Appraiser, Degree Review, Education |
2021.06.07
Jun. 7, 2021 |
| Can I get an exception so I don't have to find a supervisor? |
Aspiring Appraiser, Supervisor, Experience |
2021.07.05
Jul 5, 2021 |
| How do I become an appraiser? |
Aspiring Appraiser |
2021.09.13
Sep. 13, 2021 |
| Do you have any special resources for aspiring appraisers who are veterans? |
Aspiring Appraiser, Veterans |
2021.12.13
Dec. 13, 2021 |
| Are there any grants or scholarships available to become an appraiser? |
Aspiring Appraiser |
2022.01.31
Jan. 31, 2022 |
| What coursework can be taken in lieu of a college degree? |
Aspiring Appraiser, Education, Courses |
2022.06.13
Jun. 13, 2022 |
| How do I log appraisals without a traditional client? |
Aspiring Appraiser |
2022.07.18
Jul. 18, 2022 |
| Can I assist an appraiser before I obtain a trainee license? |
Trainee, Experience, Supervisory, Aspiring Appraiser, Experience, License |
2022.08.15
Aug. 15, 2022 |
| Which of my courses from Texas A&M apply towards my appraisal license? |
Courses, Degree, Aspiring Appraiser, Education, Degree Review, Requirements |
2022.09.26
Sep. 26, 2022 |
| If I fail the national test three times, the state requires me to wait six months before I retest. Is that an AQB requirement and, if so, why? |
Requirement, National, Exam, Fail, State, AQB, Appraisal Qualifications Board, Aspiring Appraiser |
2022.09.06
Sep. 6, 2022 |
| What does it mean if a trainee signs a form? |
Trainee, Supervisor, Education, Experience, Document, Form, Aspiring Appraiser |
2022.10.03
Oct. 3, 2022 |
| I am preparing to take the National Exam to become a Certified Residential appraiser. How should I study? |
Apply, Aspiring Appraiser, National Exam, Exam, Certified Residential Appraiser, Education, Study, Prep, Aspiring Appraiser |
2022.10.31
Oct. 31, 2022 |
| Is the appraisal profession growing? What is attracting people to the appraisal profession? |
Appraisal Profession, Aspiring Appraiser, Career, Growth, Opportunity |
2023.01.30
Jan. 30, 2023 |
| Is there a maximum length of time for you to complete your education? |
Aspiring Appraiser, Education |
2023.02.13
Feb. 13, 2023 |
| Do my trainee hours ever expire? |
Trainee, Log, Expire, Aspiring Appraiser |
2023.04.24
Apr. 24, 2023 |
What is practicum?
|
Aspiring Appraiser |
2023.05.30
May 30, 2023 |
| How can we get more veterans involved in the appraisal profession? |
Aspiring Appraiser |
2023.09.25
Sep. 25, 2023 |
| Is the supervisory appraiser required to sign off on a trainee's work product? |
Aspiring Appraiser |
2023.11.13
Nov. 13, 2023 |
| What is a business valuation? |
Business Valuation, Appraisal Profession, Career, Aspiring Appraiser, Business Valuation |
2021.07.19
Jul. 19, 2021 |
| When can a business valuation be used in litigation? |
Business Valuation, Legal, Litigation, Appraisal, Business Valuation |
2022.03.14
Mar. 14, 2022 |
| How do I know what level of appraisal service I need? |
Appraisal, Consumer, Education, Business Valuation |
2023.03.27
Mar. 27, 2023 |
Is the value estimate I see on sites such as Zillow or Redfin the same estimate I would get if I hired an appraiser to appraise my home?
|
Appraiser, Appraisal, Consumer, Education |
2021.04.05
Apr. 5, 2021
|
Is an AVM an appraisal?
|
Automated Valuation Model, Appraisal, Education, Consumer |
2021.05.01
May 1, 2021
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What is The Appraisal Foundation doing to combat discrimination and build public trust?
|
Consumer |
2021.05.03
May 3, 2021
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As a consumer, what do I need to understand if an appraised value is lower than my offer?
|
Consumer, Education, Appraisal, Appraiser |
2021.05.12
May 12, 2021
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What are the different types of appraisals?
|
Consumer |
2021.06.28
Jun. 28, 2021
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When do I need to get an appraisal?
|
Consumer |
2021.07.26
Jul. 26, 2021
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I paid for an appraisal and then I had to use a different lender. The appraiser is refusing to transfer the appraisal report to my new lender, can they do that?
|
Consumer |
2021.08.30
Aug. 30, 2021
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Can an appraiser call me, the buyers agent, without authority from the client, and discuss the appraisal?
|
Consumer |
2021.09.27
Sep. 27, 2021
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| What is a mass appraiser and how is that different from real property appraisal? |
Consumer |
2021.10.25
Oct. 25, 2021
|
How long is an appraisal opinion valid for?
|
Consumer |
2021.11.08
Nov. 8, 2021
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Do you have any resources I can share with clients to help them learn about the appraisal process?
|
Consumer |
2021.12.20
Dec. 20, 2021
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| Why does a client's intended use of an appraisal matter to the appraiser? |
Consumer |
2022.01.18
Jan. 18, 2022
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| What does an appraiser look at when developing an opinion of value? |
Consumer |
2022.01.24
Jan. 24, 2022
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| How does an appraiser appraise a property if it is a duplex? |
Consumer |
2022.02.28
Feb. 28, 2022
|
| What is an extraordinary assumption? |
Consumer |
2022.03.21
Mar. 21, 2022
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| How does an appraiser appraise a property? |
Consumer |
2022.04.25
Apr. 25, 2022 |
| Can just anyone use the term 'appraiser'? |
Consumer |
2022.05.16
May 16, 2022 |
What does a home's sales price mean as it relates to its market value?
|
Consumer |
2022.05.23
May 23, 2022 |
How do I find a Yellow Book appraiser?
|
Consumer |
2022.05.31
May 31, 2022 |
| Can I provide an appraiser with a comparable sale? |
Consumer |
2022.07.11
Jul. 11, 2022 |
| Is it true that VA appraisals require the home to meet minimum property requirements? |
Consumer |
2022.08.08
Aug. 8, 2022 |
| My lender requires the appraiser come in person to my home, and I don't want them to. Can you give me some direction? |
Consumer |
2022.09.12
Sep. 12, 2022 |
| When appraisers pick comps, do they mainly consider how similar the features of the house are to the subject property house? |
Consumer |
2022.10.11
Oct. 11, 2022 |
| What is an appraiser valuing when they do an appraisal on my home? |
Consumer |
2022.10.24
Oct. 24, 2022 |
| What kind of appraiser do I call who can appraise a property that allows for both residential and commercial? |
Consumer |
2022.12.05
Dec. 5, 2022 |
How can I confirm that an individual is a Certified General Appraiser?
|
Consumer |
2023.01.17
Jan. 17, 2023 |
| How does an appraiser select comps? |
Consumer |
2023.03.06
Mar. 6, 2023 |
| I often hear appraisers use the term 'drive comps.' What does that mean? |
Consumer |
2023.04.10
Apr. 10, 2023 |
| What are seller concessions and how do they relate to the appraisal process? |
Consumer |
2023.04.03
Apr. 3, 2023 |
| Can a borrower be an intended user of an appraisal report? |
Consumer |
2023.05.01
May 1, 2023 |
An appraiser says a provided comp is land plus cost paid to the builder. What does that mean?
|
Consumer |
2023.05.15
May 15, 2023 |
What is an appraiser?
|
Appraiser, Consumer, Appraisal, Education |
2023.08.21
Aug. 21, 2023 |
Is there a timeline for how long an appeal of an appraisal should take?
|
Consumer, Appraisal, Appeal, Lender |
2023.08.07
Aug. 7, 2023 |
Who is the intended user?
|
Consumer |
2023.09.04
Sep. 4, 2023 |
| Does anything in USPAP require the appraiser to explain if there is a difference in the purchase price and their final value estimate? |
USPAP, Consumer, Appraiser, National Exam, Exam, Purchase Price, Value, Appraisal |
2023.10.02
Oct. 2, 2023 |
| How do I know if my home will be more valuable if I finish my basement or not? |
Consumer, Appraisal, Home Value, Home Owner |
2023.11.20
Nov. 20, 2023 |
| My home was built in 1950, but the appraiser says the effective age is 10 years. What does that mean? How does it impact value? |
Consumer, Home Owner, Home Value, Effective Age, Value, Appraiser, Appraisal, Experience |
2023.12.11
Dec. 11, 2023 |
| What is the intent in intended user? |
Intended User, Consumer, Education, Appraiser, Aspiring Appraiser |
2024.01.08
Jan. 8, 2024 |
| Can I order a USPAP only appraisal? |
USPAP, Aspiring Appraisal, Consumer, Education, Appraiser, Appraisal |
2024.01.29
Jan. 29, 2024 |
| Does the value of a home increase if it has notoriety? |
Consumer, Appraisal, Education, Appraiser, Home Value, Property Value |
2024.02.12
Feb. 12, 2024 |
Supported vs. Unsupported Conclusions
|
Current Appraiser |
2021.05.21
May 10, 2021 |
Why is USPAP on a two year cycle?
|
Current Appraiser |
2021.05.24
May 24, 2021 |
Do I have to take the USPAP update course every two years?
|
Current Appraiser |
2021.06.14
Jun. 14, 2021 |
How do I pick comps for a FHA appraisal?
|
Current Appraiser |
2021.07.12
Jul. 12, 2021 |
What are some of the benefits of serving as a supervisor for a trainee appraiser?
|
Current Appraiser |
2021.08.09
Aug. 9, 2021 |
How did we wind up with the different credentials residential appraisers have today?
|
Current Appraiser |
2021.08.23
Aug. 23, 2021 |
How do I find a USPAP course?
|
Current Appraiser |
2021.10.04
Oct. 4, 2021 |
Does Dodd-Frank prohibit trainees from inspecting a property solo for a lender?
|
Current Appraiser |
2021.10.12
Oct. 12, 2021 |
How does an appraiser define a bedroom?
|
Current Appraiser |
2021.10.18
Oct. 18, 2021 |
Does USPAP address an office manager accepting appraisal assignments on behalf of the appraiser?
|
Current Appraiser |
2021.11.01
Nov. 1, 2021 |
How do I go from licensed residential to certified residential?
|
Current Appraiser |
2021.11.15
Nov. 15, 2021 |
Does it violate USPAP for the client or the builder to submit additional comparable sales?
|
Current Appraiser |
2022.01.10
Jan. 10, 2022 |
I used to have a license, and need to get it back, can you help?
|
Current Appraiser |
2022.01.03
Jan. 3, 2022 |
What is required of me if I want to become a supervisor?
|
Current Appraiser |
2022.02.14
Feb. 14, 2022 |
I think a lender has given me questionable assignment conditions. Where can I go to understand if they are violations of USPAP?
|
Current Appraiser |
2022.03.07
Mar. 7, 2022 |
What do I need to do to stay USPAP certified?
|
Current Appraiser |
2022.05.02
May 2, 2022 |
My client, a bank, wants to assign my appraisal report to another bank. I know that I cannot re-assign an appraisal report, but can the client bank send my appraisal to another bank?
|
Current Appraiser |
2022.05.09
May 9, 2022 |
A property is having a second garage built. The lender wants me to value the property without the new improvements. Can I do that?
|
Current Appraiser |
2022.06.06
Jun. 6, 2022 |
Are the valuation standards the same across VA, FHA and conventional loans?
|
Current Appraiser |
2022.06.21
Jun. 21, 2022 |
Is it unethical for a real estate agent to intentionally change the list price of a property in the MLS in an attempt to influence the appraiser?
|
Current Appraiser |
2022.06.21
Jul. 5, 2022 |
What does it mean to be competent?
|
Current Appraiser |
2022.08.29
Aug. 29, 2022 |
What is the difference between subjectivity and objectivity?
|
Current Appraiser |
2022.10.17
Oct. 17, 2022 |
Special Episode with Scott Reuter on analyzing market conditions
|
Current Appraiser |
2022.11.30
Nov. 30, 2022 |
Where does it state an appraiser has to have a license to complete FRTs?
|
Current Appraiser |
2022.12.12
Dec. 12, 2022 |
A lender wants a reinspection done on a home. Is this a new assignment?
|
Current Appraiser |
2022.12.19
Dec. 19, 2022 |
Is it possible for an inspection to expire?
|
Current Appraiser |
2023.01.23
Jan. 23, 2023 |
How does USPAP define market value?
|
Current Appraiser |
2023.01.03
Jan. 3, 2023 |
Can an appraiser critique my appraisal without doing an official appraisal review?
|
Current Appraiser |
2023.02.21
Feb. 21, 2023 |
If I want to change something in a report that I already delivered, how do I best do that?
|
Current Appraiser |
2023.02.27
Feb. 27, 2023 |
Do I need a new engagement letter to add a borrower?
|
Current Appraiser |
2023.02.06
Feb. 6, 2023 |
Would an appraiser that performs an eminent domain appraisal that either ignores or is unaware of relevant eminent domain case law be in violation of the Competency Rule of USPAP?
|
Current Appraiser |
2023.03.13
Mar. 13, 2023 |
Can a realtor also be an appraiser?
|
Current Appraiser |
2022.03.20
Mar. 20, 2023 |
Do advisory opinions carry the same weight as standards?
|
Current Appraiser |
2022.04.17
Apr. 17, 2023 |
How is conducting an appraisal for a GSE different from completing an appraisal for a federally related transaction?
|
Current Appraiser |
2023.05.22
May 22, 2023 |
Does the government have appraisers?
|
Current Appraiser |
2023.06.20
Jun. 20, 2023 |
Would you be able to speak about the Yellow Book as it relates to eminent domain and partial acquisitions?
|
Current Appraiser |
2023.07.18
Jul. 18, 2023 |
Do you believe there will continue to be a need for real estate appraisers in the real estate industry?
|
Current Appraiser |
2023.07.24
Jul. 24, 2023 |
Is it a conflict of interest to do a private appraisal valuation on a property for a fee and then list the property as the listing broker later on?
|
Current Appraiser |
2023.07.31
Jul. 31, 2023 |
Can you verify that this person is certified as a USPAP instructor?
|
Current Appraiser |
2023.09.11
Sep. 11, 2023 |
How do I know if I can appraise a property, with a license, if a property may have a value near the $1,000,000 mark?
|
Current Appraiser |
2023.09.18
Sep. 18, 2023 |
Is USPAP flexible?
|
Current Appraiser |
2023.10.10
Oct. 10, 2023 |
Can I follow a law that requires me to destroy my work file?
|
Current Appraiser |
2023.10.16
Oct. 16, 2023 |
AARO Spotlight
|
Current Appraiser |
2023.10.23
Oct. 23, 2023 |
A client is asking for a sample of my work. Can I share that?
|
Current Appraiser |
2023.10.23
Oct 23, 2023 |
| The new USPAP becomes effective in a few weeks. What will I need for my upcoming USPAP class? |
Current Appraiser |
2023.12.18
Dec. 18, 2023 |
| Why doesn't USPAP require an appraisal to be accurate? |
Current Appraiser |
2024.02.20
Feb. 20, 2024 |
How do I handle course exams in the COVID-19 environment?
|
Educator, Education |
2023.07.12
Jul. 12, 2021 |
Do USPAP instructors have to be certified appraisers to remain teaching?
|
Educator, Education |
2022.02.07
Feb. 7, 2022 |
Am I qualified to do an appraisal for the IRS and how do I know what they mean by 'qualified appraiser'?
|
Personal Property Appraisal |
2021.08.02
Aug. 2, 2021 |
What are the educational and experience requirements to become a personal property appraiser?
|
Personal Property Appraisal |
2022.04.11
Apr. 11, 2022 |
Is it appropriate for an appraiser to quote an appraisal fee that is dependent on the appraised value?
|
Personal Property Appraisal |
2022.08.01
Aug. 1, 2022 |
How can a personal property appraiser be considered as complying with USPAP? Do they need to just decide to follow it or do they have to take a class first?
|
Personal Property Appraisal |
2022.09.19
Sep. 19, 2022 |
What is the difference between an appraisal and the authentication of fine art?
|
Personal Property Appraisal |
2022.07.05
Jul. 5, 2022 |
Why isn't the federal government in charge of writing these standards?
|
State Regulator |
2021.04.19
Apr. 19, 2021 |
How are states adopting PAREA?
|
State Regulator |
2021.11.29
Nov. 29, 2021 |
What process does an appraiser follow to get reciprocity for an appraisal license from Australia?
|
State Regulator |
2022.03.28
Mar. 28, 2022 |
Where can I find a corrective education course?
|
State Regulator |
2022.04.04
Apr. 4, 2022 |
| Who has oversight of the states? |
State Regulator |
2022.07.25
Jul. 25, 2022 |
| What does adoption by reference mean? |
State Regulator |
2023.08.14
Aug. 14, 2023 |
| How are AMCs regulated? |
State Regulator |
2023.11.06
Nov. 6, 2023 |
How do I join one of the boards?
|
The Appraisal Foundation |
2021.04.26
Apr. 26, 2021 |
Can my business become a sponsoring organization?
|
The Appraisal Foundation |
2021.06.21
Jun. 21, 2021 |
Does TAF focus on other issues facing the appraisal profession besides standards and qualifications?
|
The Appraisal Foundation |
2021.08.16
Aug. 16, 2021 |
Can I give my input on the next version of USPAP?
|
The Appraisal Foundation |
2021.09.20
Sep. 20, 2021 |
How do TAF boards work?
|
The Appraisal Foundation |
2021.12.06
Dec. 6, 2021 |
Can you provide an update on the Foundation's efforts to promote diversity, equity and inclusion in the appraisal profession?
|
The Appraisal Foundation |
2022.04.18
Apr. 18, 2022 |
Paul Chandler Discusses the IAC's AVM Task Force Report
|
The Appraisal Foundation |
2022.06.27
Jun. 27, 2022 |
What are you doing to ensure there are women represented on TAF boards?
|
The Appraisal Foundation |
2022.08.22
Aug. 22, 2022 |
Special Episode 2 celebrating The Appraisal Foundation's 35th anniversary
|
The Appraisal Foundation |
2022.11.14
Nov. 14, 2022 |
Special Episode 3 celebrating The Appraisal Foundation's 35th anniversary
|
The Appraisal Foundation |
2022.11.21
Nov. 21, 2022 |
Special Episode 4 celebrating The Appraisal Foundation's 35th anniversary
|
The Appraisal Foundation |
2022.11.28
Nov. 28, 2022 |
Special Episode 1 celebrating The Appraisal Foundation's 35th anniversary
|
The Appraisal Foundation |
2022.11.07
Nov. 7, 2022 |
How often does the AQB meet, and is there a schedule?
|
The Appraisal Foundation |
2023.01.09
Jan. 9, 2023 |
Sponsor Spotlight: Appraisal Institute
|
The Appraisal Foundation |
2023.06.26
Jun. 26, 2023 |
Sponsor Spotlight: Appraisers Association of America
|
The Appraisal Foundation |
2023.07.10
Jul. 10, 2023 |
What is the AQB working on?
|
The Appraisal Foundation |
2023.11.27
Nov. 27, 2023 |
What is the ASB working on?
|
The Appraisal Foundation |
2023.12.04
Dec. 4, 2023 |
Sponsor Spotlight: American Society of Appraisers
|
The Appraisal Foundation |
2023.08.28
Aug. 28, 2023 |
What is the difference between public trust and public interest?
|
The Appraisal Foundation |
2024.01.16
Jan. 16, 2024 |
Announcing the next demographic survey
|
The Appraisal Foundation |
2024.01.22
Jan. 22, 2024 |
What is the process for developing the National Exam?
|
The Appraisal Foundation |
2024.02.05
Feb. 5, 2024 |
| Does the value of a home increase if it has notoriety? |
Value, Home Value, Homeowner |
2024.02.12
Feb. 12, 2024 |
Why doesn't USPAP require an appraisal to be accurate?
|
USPAP, Appraisal |
2024.02.20
Feb. 20, 2024 |
How is the appraisal process akin to a horse race?
|
Appraisal Process |
2024.02.20
Feb. 27, 2024 |
| How does an appraiser deal with situations where market data is very mixed, unclear, and contradictory? |
Appraiser, Market Data |
2024.03.04
Mar. 4, 2024 |
Why do lenders get appraisals?
|
Lenders, Appraisal |
2024.03.11
Mar. 11, 2024 |
Do kitchens and baths add the most value to a property?
|
Value, Property |
2024.03.18
Mar. 18, 2024 |
Are there "typical" adjustments that are considered standard in the profession?
|
Adjustment, Standard, Profession |
2024.03.26
Mar. 26, 2024 |
A Chat with The Appraisal Foundation's New President Kelly Davids
|
The Appraisal Foundation |
2024.04.01
Apr. 1, 2024 |
For an appraisal to be correct, does a property owner need to be able to understand the adjustments the appraiser made?
|
Appraisal, Property, Adjustment, Appraiser |
2024.04.08
Apr. 8, 2024 |
Do I have to reinspect a property if I am appraising a house for the second time?
|
Inspect, Property, House |
2024.04.15
Apr. 15, 2024 |
What is the most interesting case you've had as an appraiser? (Business Valuation)
|
Appraiser, Business Valuation |
2024.04.22
Apr. 22, 2024 |
What is the most interesting case you've had as an appraiser? (Personal Property)
|
Personal Property, Appraiser |
2024.04.29
Apr. 29, 2024 |
What is the most interesting case you've had as an appraiser? (Real Property)
|
Appraiser, Real Property |
2024.05.06
May 6, 2024 |
What is the SAVVY Award?
|
Spirited Achiever of Valuation Vision, the Yeomans (SAVVY) Award |
2024.05.13
May 13, 2024 |
How does the degree review program work?
|
Degree Review Program, Aspiring Appraisers |
2024.05.20
May 20, 2024 |
When appraisers look at comparable sales, are they only comparing the physical characteristics of the property to the subject?
|
Appraiser, Property, Subject Property, Consumer |
2024.06.03
Jun. 3, 2024 |
Who in my bank is legally allowed to do an appraisal review?
|
Appraisal, Review, Bank, Consumer |
2024.06.10
Jun. 10, 2024 |