Real Estate Appraisal School
Answers to Your Questions About our Appraisal Courses
What is the difference between the online Real Estate Appraisal course and the traditional correspondence course? The online courses are designed to be Quick, Easy, and Comprehensive! Our new online Real Estate Appraisal course will save you time and with online studying, you can start the course right now! No need to wait for course materials to arrive. Also, quizzes and final exam are graded instantly, which increases your study speed and memory retention! With our online courses, the entire first textbook chapter is on your computer! Start reading Chapter 1 and take the first quiz within minutes of enrolling. You'll receive your course materials soon. When you sign up for the online course, we ship you the full Real Estate Appraisal course, so you may continue on to Chapter 2 whenever you are ready. Don't wait for your certificate to arrive in the mail. We'll grade your exam instantly and send your certificate directly to your email.
 What exactly does an appraiser do? An appraiser inspects real property (land and/or structures) to estimate an accurate value and verify the condition of the property and its improvements. An appraiser must have in-depth knowledge of building techniques, geography, finance, and economics to arrive at a representative value of the appraised property. In order to secure a bank loan, the property must have an appraisal by a licensed appraiser. What kind of jobs can an appraiser qualify for? Real Estate Appraisers often work for themselves, but also work for mortgage firms, real estate brokers, lenders, corporations, and government agencies. Anyone investing in real estate needs accurate and concise information describing the property, its condition, and its value. Real estate appraisal is an excellent additional skill for real estate salespeople, brokers, home inspectors, or other professionals who deal in the real estate industry. Why should I take a distance education course instead of a live class? Distance learning allows you to learn at your own pace! You don't need to hurry to a classroom after a hard day's work. With Allied's courses you don't need to worry about parking, baby-sitting fees, extra gas, and hours of wasted time. You may take up to a year to complete Allied's appraisal course in your spare time. Allied's student service department is always there to provide help if you need it! Why should I learn appraisal from Allied Schools? In California, the Office of Real Estate Appraisal (O.R.E.A.) does not accept distance education courses unless those courses meet specific requirements. To meet these requirements, Therefore, Allied's appraisal courses have been approved by O.R.E.A. and meet the minimum standards set by the national Appraiser Qualification Board (AQB). The Allied family has been in education and publishing since 1979 and offers a full-time student service department with Internet, fax, and e-mail capabilities. With this assistance, along with our trained counselors, help is only a phone call away. Allied Schools has the most up-to-date materials available which include software, sample tests and review materials which will help you pass the first time! Allied has recently been approved by the Appraiser Qualification Board (AQB). Allied is an affiliate member of the National Association of Real Estate Appraisers (NAREA). We have partnered with this premier trade association in order to offer our students a free one year membership! Membership in this organization offers appraisers the following great benefits:
What happens after I pass the state exam? This depends on your state's requirements (contact them for specific information). In California, as soon as you complete Allied's 150-Hour Appraisal Licensing Package and pass the state exam, you will receive a trainee's license. After 2,000 hours of "on the job" experience, you'll become a licensed residential real estate appraiser. What are the differences between Residential, Certified Residential and Certified General appraiser licenses? There are state by state variations; however, as a general rule the dollar value of the property being appraised is the primary factor that indicates what license level is required to effectively appraise it. Contact your state for specific information. Is NOW a good time to start my appraisal career? Absolutely! Any type of market requires the services of qualified real estate appraisers. Get the training you need today to put yourself at the forefront of the real estate market. You'll be needed for home sales, re-finances, foreclosures, and much more! Learn more about Real Estate Appraiser Career. How can I get started with Allied's Appraisal course? Allied's Appraisal course includes all required instructional materials, supplemental reading, a workbook, clipboard and other materials. You will have everything you need from the moment you enroll. Call Toll Free 888-751-2286 (inside California); 800-617-3513 (outside California) to have a friendly Allied Admissions Representative enroll you. |
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