career
333) In House Appraiser
06/02/08
Dear Henry,
I am a staff appraiser for Bank of America. With the new Code of Conduct coming out, do you think that I should be looking for a new job?
Doug
Dear Doug,
I think it is too early to panic over the new Code of Conduct. There are going to be a lot of changes — if and when it ever goes into effect.
H2
I am a staff appraiser for Bank of America. With the new Code of Conduct coming out, do you think that I should be looking for a new job?
Doug
Dear Doug,
I think it is too early to panic over the new Code of Conduct. There are going to be a lot of changes — if and when it ever goes into effect.
H2
327) Architect as Appraiser
05/27/08
Dear Henry:
I'm a recently retired licensed Architect in 5 states including New Jersey were I reside. I would like to explore the possibility and process of obtaining a New Jersey Real Estate Appraisal license. Where and how can I get specific requirements and course availability data? Can I expect credit for my current Architectural and Planner licenses? Your response is appreciated.
N.J. Cifaretto, AIA PP njcarchitects@optonline.net
Dear N.J.,
You will not be the first architect to become an appraiser. The specific requirements can be found on the Appraisal Foundation web site, at www.appraisalfoundation.org
However, there are also state requirements which can be obtained from the New Jersey Real Estate Appraisal Commission. You might also contact one of my New Jersey appraisal friends who provides various courses for appraisers using my books:
Mr. George Yager
Business Learning Center, Inc
P.O. Box 1219
Laurence Harbor, NJ 08879
Ph: 732-583-9110, Fax: 732-583-1956
Yours,
H2
I'm a recently retired licensed Architect in 5 states including New Jersey were I reside. I would like to explore the possibility and process of obtaining a New Jersey Real Estate Appraisal license. Where and how can I get specific requirements and course availability data? Can I expect credit for my current Architectural and Planner licenses? Your response is appreciated.
N.J. Cifaretto, AIA PP njcarchitects@optonline.net
Dear N.J.,
You will not be the first architect to become an appraiser. The specific requirements can be found on the Appraisal Foundation web site, at www.appraisalfoundation.org
However, there are also state requirements which can be obtained from the New Jersey Real Estate Appraisal Commission. You might also contact one of my New Jersey appraisal friends who provides various courses for appraisers using my books:
Mr. George Yager
Business Learning Center, Inc
P.O. Box 1219
Laurence Harbor, NJ 08879
Ph: 732-583-9110, Fax: 732-583-1956
Yours,
H2
326) Commercial Appraising
05/26/08
Dear Henry,
Now that I have taken my course in appraisal and am a registered appraiser, how do I begin? I really want to pursue the commercial appraising arena. I have a full time job right now but I want to start learning more in the commercial field. A lot of appraisers don't want to take on a mentee because it is alot of work. So how can I better position myself and break down the iron walls -- not to mention the "glass ceiling" since I am a woman. What things can I be doing to connect with the appraisal community and persuade someone in the commercial realm to take me on as a mentee, when I don't have any experience?
Val valerie@visionaryconcept.net
Dear Val,
The reality of the appraisal business is that the residential side goes up and down, but the commercial business is much more steady. One good way to start is by joining the Appraisal Institute in your state, going to all their chapter meeting and events, and doing whatever you can to become active and known in the chapter. Most likely you will make contacts both among appraisers and potential sources of work who will help you. You should continue to take as many advanced courses as you can. Again, you will make important contacts. Also, more good education is becoming available online, which you should consider. Finally, if you work for the MAI designation, you will find that you get higher level business that only goes to MAIs.
H2
P.S. My wife likes to point out that when she entered appraising in 1974, women represented 8% of surgeons in the US, but only 5% of appraisers! Now the numbers have shifted dramatically, and many classes are nearly half women. I think this is a good time to be pursuing your career.
keywords: career, commercial appraising, mentors
Now that I have taken my course in appraisal and am a registered appraiser, how do I begin? I really want to pursue the commercial appraising arena. I have a full time job right now but I want to start learning more in the commercial field. A lot of appraisers don't want to take on a mentee because it is alot of work. So how can I better position myself and break down the iron walls -- not to mention the "glass ceiling" since I am a woman. What things can I be doing to connect with the appraisal community and persuade someone in the commercial realm to take me on as a mentee, when I don't have any experience?
Val valerie@visionaryconcept.net
Dear Val,
The reality of the appraisal business is that the residential side goes up and down, but the commercial business is much more steady. One good way to start is by joining the Appraisal Institute in your state, going to all their chapter meeting and events, and doing whatever you can to become active and known in the chapter. Most likely you will make contacts both among appraisers and potential sources of work who will help you. You should continue to take as many advanced courses as you can. Again, you will make important contacts. Also, more good education is becoming available online, which you should consider. Finally, if you work for the MAI designation, you will find that you get higher level business that only goes to MAIs.
H2
P.S. My wife likes to point out that when she entered appraising in 1974, women represented 8% of surgeons in the US, but only 5% of appraisers! Now the numbers have shifted dramatically, and many classes are nearly half women. I think this is a good time to be pursuing your career.
keywords: career, commercial appraising, mentors