Last year, the AQB scaled back on requirements for those entering the appraisal profession. Since more than 25% of appraisers plan to retire in the next 5 years, many hope that the AQB changes will help attract new blood to the industry. Whether you’re…
If you’re thinking about starting or advancing your appraisal career, you probably want to know: How much do real estate appraisers make? A recent survey reported in the 2019 Appraisal Income Guide shows that an appraiser’s annual earnings depends on many different factors. Here…
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 job satisfaction affect income? Here, we address these questions and give a glimpse into survey data…
What skills are correlated with financial success in the real estate appraisal industry? In a recent survey, we asked appraisers to self-evaluate their expertise across categories as expert, growing, novice or failing. Then we took a look at their earnings across those categories. We…
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, you’ll find how appraisal income breaks down by license level, insights on career…
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 faster than average for all occupations. Top reasons why people choose an appraisal…
Only 29% of state-credentialed appraisers in the United States are certified general appraisers, also known as commercial appraisers. As a certified general appraiser, you will enjoy more stable fees, higher income, and more choices in the assignments you decide to take on. Are you…
Whether you’re retiring and moving into a home that’s better suited to the 55-plus lifestyle, or you’re appraising a residence of that sort, it’s a good idea to get acquainted with the product. The senior housing segment of the real estate market is evolving…
The appraiser population is getting older. According to a recent survey by McKissock, 42 percent of appraisers in the U.S. are planning to retire in the next 10 years. Whether or not you’re among that population currently planning for retirement, it never hurts to…
Interested in pursuing an appraisal career or advancing your career in the appraisal profession? Education plays a crucial role along the road to becoming a licensed appraiser and beyond. McKissock is proud to be a leader in education for real estate appraisers. In this…
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