Appraisal License Guidance
I have been a broker for about 6 months and the cold calling is about to make me jump out of the window. I love the industry though and am looking into the appraisal side. Would you recommend getting my trainee license before I find a trainer or is that generally a bad idea? Any wisdom about appraisal would be greatly appreciated.
[{"id": "ff3u36i", "text": "I am a commercial appraiser and I\u2019d say that any and all education and licensing you can get beforehand is great, but it will neither harm you nor is it required. You can work on getting your first few classes (Basic Appraisal Principles, Basic Appraisal Procedures, and USPAP) WHILE looking for a job as a trainee somewhere.  If you are at a big brokerage that also has an appraisal branch I\u2019d start looking to transfer there first.  Good luck!", "replies": [{"id": "ff3ucrg", "text": "Thank you so much for your help. Unfortunately my brokerage doesn't have that option. I will take your advice and begin the licensing process. Is there any additional designation or cert that you would recommend?", "replies": [{"id": "ff3ujfh", "text": "PM me and I might be able to offer more specific guidance.", "replies": [], "depth": 3}], "depth": 2}], "depth": 1}, {"id": "ff42i87", "text": "I'm sure the chances are slim but if you're in the midwest I'm looking for a trainee. National firm, I have MAI designation and head up one of our groups. If you're in the midwest we can talk and narrow further in private.", "replies": [{"id": "ff42o1j", "text": "Unfortunately I am in Texas. Otherwise I'd absolutely take you up on your offer.", "replies": [{"id": "ff4ys6b", "text": "Good stuff. Good luck in your search!", "replies": [], "depth": 3}], "depth": 2}], "depth": 1}]