What is a registered appraiser and how to become one

Key steps to become a registered appraiser

1. Explore registered appraiser education requirements

   Most common registered appraiser degrees

   Bachelor's

   65.3 %

   Associate

   16.7 %

   Master's

   5.6 %

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2. Start to develop specific registered appraiser skills

   Skills	Percentages
   Appraisal Reports	41.91%
   Fair Market Value	31.63%
   Residential Real Estate	6.90%
   Income Properties	3.02%
   MLS	2.88%

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3. Complete relevant registered appraiser training and internships

   Accountants spend an average of 2-4 years on post-employment, on-the-job training. New registered appraisers learn the skills and techniques required for their job and employer during this time. The chart below shows how long it takes to gain competency as a registered appraiser based on U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics data and data from real registered appraiser resumes.

4. Research registered appraiser duties and responsibilities

   • Manage valuation disputes of clients with in-house or fee appraisers, submit BPO's/Appraisal reports error and concerns.
   • Experience valuating single family residential, small income residential, condominium, new construction and HUD certify manufactured housing.
   • Gain familiarity with FNMA, underwriting, and regulatoryguidelines.

5. Apply for registered appraiser jobs

   Now it's time to start searching for a registered appraiser job. Consider the tips below for a successful job search:

   1. Browse job boards for relevant postings
   2. Consult your professional network
   3. Reach out to companies you're interested in working for directly
   4. Watch out for job scams