Home Appraisal

Real property appraisal expectations vs. reality: an appraiser commonly works with people and data. This appraiser is describing their findings.
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by The CE Shop Team

There’s more than meets the eye in real property appraisal. Here are some common expectations vs reality for those interested in joining the field.

An appraiser just learned how to get hired in the appraisal industry. She is smiling and holding a clipboard.
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by The CE Shop Team

Once you’ve completed your appraiser education and training, it’s time to find a job! Here are our tips for how to get hired in the appraisal industry.

an appraiser appraising a home
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by The CE Shop Team

Know the difference between an appraiser and a home inspector? It can be confusing. Let's dive in and unpack each role.

real property appraiser evaluating the exterior of a property
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by The CE Shop Team

Real property appraisers will have a new edition of the Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice (USPAP) to follow beginning January 1, 2024. Keep reading to learn all the forthcoming changes and what they mean for working appraisers day to day. 

A group of appraisers standing in a half circle together, perusing work
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by The CE Shop Team

When you think of the home appraisal process, what first comes to mind? Hint: it's more than a top-to-bottom overview of a property for fair market purposes. 

A new appraiser shaking the hands of her interviewers.
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by The CE Shop Team

When you start working as a real property appraiser, you aren't pigeon-holed into working for just one type of employer; there are lots to choose from! Here’s a quick guide to the avenues for employment as an appraiser, and how they differ from one another.

Image of an appraiser studying with a smile on their face
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by The CE Shop Team

Want to become an appraiser, but unsure of the timeline? Here's how long it takes to earn your independent real property appraiser license.

real estate appraiser photographing a property
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by The CE Shop Team

Wondering exactly what a real estate appraiser is, what they do, and why they’re so important? Get the details on this growing career in this primer.

A supervisor appraiser showing their trainee the types of licenses they can achieve
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by The CE Shop Team

Like many professions, there are different levels of expertise an appraiser can reach. Here, we will delve into the four different real property appraiser licenses available, and how you can attain them. 

How Much Does It Cost to Become a Home Appraiser?
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by The CE Shop Team

When considering a jump into a career in real property appraisal, you may wonder: How much does it cost to get started?  Dive into this blog to find out the answer.