Which organization do you feel best represents the interests of commercial real estate appraisers?

Answer: The Appraisal Institute
Explanation: OLDEST RECOGNIZE ORGANIZATION

Answer: The Appraisal Institute
Explanation: The only private club to pay for a full time lobbyist.

Answer: Not sure
Explanation: As with residential appraisers, to the best of my knowledge, commercial appraisers are also selected by the mortgage lender. I would suggest asking the lender or search the criteria for "Commercial Real Estate Appraisers" for additional information.

Answer: The Appraisal Institute
Explanation: The MAI designation from the Appraisal Institute is the most recognized designation for individual appraisers in the commercial real estate world.

Answer: Not sure
Explanation: I'm portuguese

Answer: The Appraisal Institute
Explanation: The Appraisal Institute is the result of the old Society of Real Estate Appraisers merging with the old American Institute of Real Estate Appraisers. Both were the oldest appraisal organizations in the U.S. that merged into one private trade association some years ago.

Answer: Not sure
Explanation: They all offer designations but not one specifically advocates better than the others.

Answer: Not sure
Explanation: I am not a commercial appraiser

Answer: The Appraisal Institute
Explanation: The Appraisal Institute