Appraiser Licensing and Certification
Appraiser licensing varies from state to state. To participate in what is called a "federally-related transaction," which is, for example, a mortgage being underwritten by a national bank, an appraiser must be licensed or certified by his or her state. The license or certification is evidence that the appraiser has performed a minimum number of hours as a trainee under the supervision of a practicing appraiser, passed an exam, and completed a minimum number of hours of Continuing Education Training. The Savings and Loan crisis of the 80s gave rise to appraiser licensing, requiring uniform standards of education and ethics.

We have worked hard to establish a reputation for quality and prompt work, performed professionally and ethically, with outstanding customer service. You should never just look for a licensed or certified appraiser; you should be discriminating in choosing your service providers. Please tour our website for valuable information about our experience and the services we provide.

You should always be sure your appraisal service provider is certified or licensed and in good standing. The Appraisal Subcommittee (ASC) of the Federal Financial Institutions Examination Council (FFIEC) maintains a national database of appraisers and their license/certification status.  It is available publicly at this link.