Why upgrade your license
If you’re growing tired of appraising simple properties or are looking for more complex assignments with more income potential, upgrading your license is a good move. An upgrade can give you a much-needed advantage in the local market in addition to offering greater control over your fees and more stability in your work.
Earn more income
On average, certified general appraisers make 38% more than residential appraisers.
Enjoy more complex assignments
Add variety to your day with different types of properties and transaction limits.
Diversify your portfolio
Work with new clients, gain more control over fees and enjoy stability in your work.
How to upgrade your appraisal license
Depending on your state and the appraisal license level you wish to attain, the exact steps to upgrading will vary slightly. However, these are the general guidelines you'll need to follow to meet the Appraisal Qualifications Board (AQB) criteria. Note that state appraiser regulatory agencies may set requirements that are greater, or more stringent than AQB criteria. Be sure to check your state's specific licensing requirements to know exactly what you need to do.
Step 1
Work for a minimum period of 12 months as an appraiser
Step 2
Accumulate minimum 1,000 experience hours, depending which level you are working towards
Step 3
Meet the required AQB-approved and any college degree education requirements if required
Step 4
Pass the state exam and apply for your upgraded license
Did you know?
In many states, your credit toward becoming a certified general appraiser count toward your CE credits.
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Select your state to view our extensive library of appraisal upgrade education courses. Each course helps you develop new skills that allow appraisal of different types of properties.
