Appraisers are often reluctant to take on an appraisal trainee. They fear that doing so will turn out to be a lot of time and energy spent for little reward. They tend to assume that the trainee, once she earns the Certified Appraiser designation, will set up shop as a competitor. On the other hand, the appraisal industry needs fresh …
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Intertwined in the complex appraisal regulatory system are The Appraisal Foundation (TAF) and its boards. TAF is not a government entity; it is a private, non-profit educational foundation. Here’s a quick breakdown to help you understand the structure of The Appraisal Foundation. Free Webinar: Join us for a FREE Pro-Series webinar on Wednesday, July 15, 2020, from 11:00am-12:00pm EDT: The …
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Title XI of the FIRREA requires all licensed and certified appraisers to successfully pass an examination that’s issued or endorsed by the Appraiser Qualifications Board (AQB) of The Appraisal Foundation. That examination is known as the National Uniform Licensing and Certification Exam. Once you’ve completed your education requirements, you must pass the national exam as the final step toward earning …
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