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What is an Appraiser?
A real estate appraiser provides an unbiased estimate of a property’s value. Learn what appraisers look for when completing appraisals, and other services they provide.
Become an Appraiser
Ready to become a commercial or residential appraiser? We’ve outlined the four levels of appraisal licensing, including education, exam and experience requirements.
Find Your Local Chapter
Take advantage of resources, education, events and networking AI Chapters offer--right in your own backyard. Our local Chapters provide a great oppotunites for you to get involved and give back to your local community.
PAREA | Apprenticeship Program
Through Practical Applications of Real Estate Appraisal (PAREA), AI’s new flexible and innovative program, gain appraisal knowledge and experience on your own time, from wherever you are, to achieve the licensed residential (LR) appraisal credential. We’ll automatically assign you a nationally recognized mentor sharing real-world experience to help you succeed.