New Report Analyzes Appraiser Income Data, Reveals Where High Earners Excel
We’re excited to announce the release of the 2019 Appraisal Income Guide designed to uncover how real estate appraisers go about their business and what it means to their bottom line. Inside the guide,...
View ArticleNew Mexico Now Allows All Appraisal Education Online
Effective February 3, 2019, the New Mexico Real Estate Appraisers Board has changed their regulations for appraisal licensing and continuing education. New Mexico appraisers are now allowed to take all...
View ArticleWhy Career Satisfaction Is So High Among Appraisers
Career satisfaction among real estate appraisers is significantly higher than the national average. Why are appraisers generally happy in their careers? Are some appraisers happier than others? Does...
View ArticleIs Now a Good Time to Upgrade Your Appraisal License?
Is it time to take the next step in your appraisal career? A license upgrade can give you a much-needed advantage in the local market and offer you greater control over your fees and more stability in...
View ArticleHow to Upgrade Your Appraisal License
You know there are good reasons to upgrade your appraisal license—including making more money—but you might be unsure of how to go about it. Depending on your state and the license level you wish to...
View ArticleHow to Become a Property Appraiser
There are many opportunities for new real estate appraisers entering the profession today. The Bureau of Labor Statistics projects that job growth for appraisers between 2016–2026 will be 14%, which is...
View ArticleEncouraging Advice for New Appraisers
New appraisers, and those who are thinking of getting into the business, can find encouragement in the stories and advice shared by older, more experienced real estate appraisers. Are you just starting...
View Article7 Ways to Get Into Real Estate Appraisal
Curious about how to get into real estate appraisal? While many appraisers got their start through a family business, there are many different ways to break into the appraisal profession. We recently...
View ArticleReal Estate Appraisers Share Why They Chose Their Career Path
There are many reasons to choose a career in real estate appraisal. We recently surveyed members of our appraisal community to find out about how they got into the business. Many appraisers also shared...
View ArticleHow Long Does It Take to Become an Appraiser?
If you are considering a career in the appraisal field, you may be curious about how long it takes to get licensed and start earning an income as a real estate appraiser. The exact answer will vary due...
View ArticleQ&A with Appraiser Trainee Lindsay Onuffer
What’s it like getting started in the appraisal business? We sat down with young appraiser, Lindsay Onuffer, to find out. Lindsay is a 22-year-old appraiser trainee in Pennsylvania. Below, she shares...
View ArticleWhat’s the Average Real Estate Appraiser Salary?
If you’re considering a career in appraisal, you probably want to know: What’s the average real estate appraiser salary? Survey data from the 2019 Appraisal Income Guide shows that an appraiser’s...
View ArticleA Day in the Life of an Appraiser Trainee
There is no such thing as a typical day in the life of an appraiser trainee. Some days you’re in the office doing research and analysis (aka. “paperwork days”), and some days you’re out in the field...
View ArticleSpotlight on Appraisal: Ad Valorem Appraisal
It’s no secret that the general public does not have a thorough understanding of the appraisal profession, even though the work of appraisers has a profound effect on people’s lives. At McKissock, we...
View ArticleTransitioning to Commercial Appraising
So, you’re contemplating a career switch to commercial real estate appraising? What goes into the process and what skills are necessary to make that transition smooth? The following is my attempt (and...
View ArticleSocial Media Etiquette for Appraisers
This is a reprint from the Appraisal Buzz Blog and can be found here. When it comes to social media, it’s easy to spot a comment or status that will make you say, “I can’t believe they said that for...
View ArticleWhat to Do After You Pass Your Appraiser Exam
Congrats! You’ve passed the National Uniform Licensing and Certification Exam, and you’re officially qualified to practice as a Licensed Residential or Certified Residential Appraiser. Now that you’ve...
View ArticleVA Issues Guidance for Appraisers Regarding COVID-19
On March 16th, 2020, the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) issued Circular 26-20-7 which includes guidance for appraisers regarding COVID-19. Many government entities have advised that all...
View ArticleTAF, AARO, and ASC Issue Joint Message Regarding COVID-19
On March 18th, The Appraisal Foundation (the Foundation), the Association of Appraisal Regulatory Officials (AARO) and the Appraisal Subcommittee (ASC) issued a joint message for appraisers and...
View ArticleWhat’s New in Appraisal Membership: June 2020
McKissock’s Unlimited Learning Members enjoy total access to a wide array of online appraisal classes, webinars, videos, podcasts, checklists, whitepapers, and other resources. Plus, we’re adding to...
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