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How to Become an Appraiser in Guam 

Are you looking to earn or upgrade your real estate appraisal license in Guam? No matter where you’re at in your career—whether you’re asking how to become an appraiser in Guam or how to upgrade your current license—this page gives an overview of what you’ll need to do to reach your goals. 

Tumon Bay, on the US island territory of Guam

Guam Appraiser License: Trainee

Please note: McKissock Learning does not currently offer qualifying education (QE) courses in Guam. 

However, Guam appraisers can get exam prep packages and continuing education courses right here at McKissock—as well as professional development resources to stay sharp and competitive. 

Total Hours Required: 75 hrs
Mandatory Hours:
Elective Hours:

How to become an appraiser in Guam 

To become a licensed or certified real estate appraiser in Guam, the five steps are: 

  1. Complete three AQB Basic Qualifying Education courses. 
  2. Connect with a Certified Supervisory Appraiser who will agree to oversee your on-the-job training. 
  3. Apply with the Guam Department of Revenue and Taxation to become a Trainee Appraiser. 
  4. Gain experience under your supervisor while completing additional qualifying education courses to become a Licensed, Certified Residential, or Certified General Appraiser in Guam. 
  5. Pass the National Uniform Licensing and Certification Exam for the specific classification you wish to obtain. 

Go to the “Licensed,” “Certified Residential,” and “Certified General” tabs at the top of this page to view the requirements for each classification. 

Important: Double-check all steps and requirements with the Guam licensing board. For more information, contact the Regulatory Division of the Guam Department of Revenue and Taxation at 671.635.1844. 

Guam Trainee Appraiser (75 hours) – AQB recommended course order 

McKissock Learning does not currently offer qualifying education (QE) courses in Guam. Rely on us for exam prep, continuing education, and more! 

Online Info

Qualifying Education:
75 QE Hours.
Basic Appraisal Principles – 30 hrs.
Basic Appraisal Procedures – 30 hrs.
15-hr Nat’l USPAP Update or Equivalent.


2015 AQB Supervisor/Trainee Course Requirement: Both the Trainee Appraiser and Supervisory Appraiser shall be required to complete a course that, at minimum, complies with the specifications for course content established by the AQB. The course must be completed by the Trainee Appraiser prior to obtaining a Trainee Appraiser credential, and completed by the Supervisory Appraiser prior to supervising a Trainee Appraiser.


Experience: N/A


College Education: N/A

Online Limitations

No online limitations.

Roster

Roster Required: yes

Governing Agency

Government of Guam
Phone: 6716351846
Fax: 6716332643
Address: P.O. Box 23607, Barrigada, GU 96921

FAQs about how to become an appraiser in Guam 

How much do appraisers make in Guam? 

According to Glassdoor, the average salary for residential real estate appraisers in Guam is $96,863 per year, and the average salary for commercial real estate appraisers in Guam is $81,182 per year.1,2 

What are the continuing education requirements for appraisers in Guam? 

Guam CE requirements specify that appraisers must take 28 continuing education (CE) hours every 24 months, including a 7-Hour National USPAP Update course and 21 hours of elective CE courses. Online course credits for continuing education are allowed in Guam. 

Helpful resources 

Sources cited 

  1. Residential Real Estate Appraiser Salaries in Guam (Glassdoor) 
  2. Commercial Real Estate Appraiser Salaries in Guam (Glassdoor)