Is It Important to Join a Real Estate Appraisal Association?

Answer: Not sure
Explanation: Depends as most assignments are ordered by a third party. Despite what they claim they are more interested in a quick, inexpensive report. There quality requirements are minimal.

Answer: Not sure
Explanation: IT IS NOT MANDATORY. BUT THEY CAN HELP WITH KNOWLEDGE AND BETTER YOUR SKILLS

Answer: Yes
Explanation: It gives an opportunity to network

Answer: No
Explanation: A majority of the appraisals performed in the U.S. are by State Certified appraisers that are licensed in their home state. In order to acquire a State Certification, one must complete rigorous course work and have enough experience to qualify. Appraisal associations are helpful in providing educational course to prepare for state exams, and can be helpful with political lobbying on behalf of appraisers.

Answer: Yes
Explanation: I think it is a good idea to at least have been a member of an appraisal organization at one time in your career.

Answer: No
Explanation: While I advocate for being part of a professional organization it is not does not indicate that one individual is better than the next.

Answer: Yes
Explanation: That's subjective. It is important to some and not others.

Answer: Yes
Explanation: For training and insight in the profession.

Answer: No
Explanation: It really is not necessary, but is nice if one decides to.

Answer: No
Explanation: Because you are not doing appraisals

Answer: Yes
Explanation: I believe that is can be an asset to be a member of an association.

Answer: Yes
Explanation: To keep current with your peers, USPAP (Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice)