Call to action for NC Appraisers

[chad hampton]

What states don’t have reciprocity? Obviously a state might want to know if an applicant obtained their license/certification the real way or the parea way. Otherwise they wouldn’t be serving the public trust. But if you move to a new state and hold a current certification, I’m not aware of any state that won’t grant reciprocity.

 

[glenn walker]

What states don’t have reciprocity? Obviously a state might want to know if an applicant obtained their license/certification the real way or the parea way. Otherwise they wouldn’t be serving the public trust. But if you move to a new state and hold a current certification, I’m not aware of any state that won’t grant reciprocity.

Some have more requirements than others but I believe all have a path.

 

[Non Sequitur]

What states don’t have reciprocity? Obviously a state might want to know if an applicant obtained their license/certification the real way or the parea way. Otherwise they wouldn’t be serving the public trust. But if you move to a new state and hold a current certification, I’m not aware of any state that won’t grant reciprocity.

All jurisdictions have it. And there is no carve out for PAREA or practicum that I am aware of, but that is a good question for the states that haven't adopted those paths.

 

[Non Sequitur]

Back to the OP, TAF's latest newsletter:

Greetings!

The April showers did indeed bring May flowers, and the newest project in bloom here at The Appraisal Foundation is the State Harmonization Task Force.

This new task force, established by the Board of Trustees, is focused on identifying and assisting states in removing unnecessary regulatory overlays that may be creating unintended barriers to entry into the profession.

Trustee Pete Fontana, who is leading this effort, sent a letter to all state regulators last month outlining the initiative in more detail. Here is an extended excerpt:

"This initiative is rooted in the Foundation’s strategic plan, which calls for building a strong new generation of appraisers to further public trust in the profession. By working together to streamline state-level requirements that exceed AQB criteria, the Task Force aims to:

• Expand access to licensure
• Increase the number of qualified appraisers
• Align with the evolving needs of the profession

"We know many states—both large and small—are already leading the way. We want to share their successes, provide resources and tools, and help more states modernize their approaches.

"While the State Harmonization Task Force will ultimately focus on all licensure requirements that exceed the criteria, we are beginning with ad valorem experience and mass appraisal pathways. These areas represent an existing pool of highly qualified applicants who are ready to join the profession—and we want to help states recognize and leverage this opportunity.

"Mass appraisers bring skill sets that are well-aligned with the evolving demands of the profession—from the increased use of data and analytics to the technological fluency expected in modern valuation practice. These competencies are especially relevant as the profession adapts to new methodologies and changing expectations. This Task Force isn’t just highlighting the issues—we’re developing solutions and practical steps to help states take action."

This task force hit the ground running after this letter went out. They have already met with regulators in North Carolina and presented at AARO and have several more conversations scheduled in the coming weeks. I look forward to sharing updates on their progress and seeing where this dedicated group of stakeholders takes this taskforce next.

As a final note, I am looking forward to seeing so many folks at our upcoming Board of Trustees meeting in Cincinnati. We have an exciting few days there where we will dive into our strategic plan, hold committee meetings, and hear from the finalists for our open trustee positions. If you can't join us in person, I hope you'll consider joining the livestreamed portions of the event. Click on BOT Public Meeting under Upcoming Events to learn more and register.

Let's Make it a Great Month!

Kelly Davids
President

 

[glenn walker]

Seems like they have a plan.

 

[Non Sequitur]

Pete Fontana and the rest of the BOT are not friends of independent residential appraisers.

Not a word about the ongoing bloodbath on the residential side, not a word about helping residential appraisers get through the current market, not a word about reducing barriers to re-entry for appraisers who couldn't afford to renew or were forced to seek other opportunities to feed their families and let their license expire, not a word about helping residential appraisers become certified general, not a word about the unfair competition from AMCs. BUT let's help all of the poor mass appraisers. It must be nice to be noticed.

 

[glenn walker]

Pete Fontana and the rest of the BOT are not friends of independent residential appraisers.

Not a word about the ongoing bloodbath on the residential side, not a word about helping residential appraisers get through the current market, not a word about reducing barriers to re-entry for appraisers who couldn't afford to renew or were forced to seek other opportunities to feed their families and let their license expire, not a word about helping residential appraisers become certified general, not a word about the unfair competition from AMCs. BUT let's help all of the poor mass appraisers. It must be nice to be noticed.

I don't think they care about the existing older appraisers and their targeting the new fresh red meat.

In all fairness there's nothing to help existing appraisers the fees and business model just isn't a viable model for anyone supporting themselves or a family. It's more of a side gig or retirement income.

 

[NC Appraising]

Pete Fontana and the rest of the BOT are not friends of independent residential appraisers.

Not a word about the ongoing bloodbath on the residential side, not a word about helping residential appraisers get through the current market, not a word about reducing barriers to re-entry for appraisers who couldn't afford to renew or were forced to seek other opportunities to feed their families and let their license expire, not a word about helping residential appraisers become certified general, not a word about the unfair competition from AMCs. BUT let's help all of the poor mass appraisers. It must be nice to be noticed.

You need to stop with the tin foil black helicopter theories! Where do you come up with this?

Peter Fontana

Supervisor Spotlight – Peter Fontana Peter Fontana is the principal and owner of Cornerstone Appraisal Service, a residential appraisal firm located in Central Montana. Fontana has more than thirty years of experience in the real estate appraisal profession. He has a diverse background with...

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Fontana believes the main challenge in the appraisal industry is that appraisers often limit their potential by focusing only on the immediate task at hand. Single appraiser shops, in particular, face difficulty growing because they lack long-term vision. Understanding that there was a better way to succeed, he built a company that not only thrives but also keeps its talented appraisers engaged and invested for the future.

 

[glenn walker]

Independent Appraisers are what percentage of licenses?

I have no idea but unless one belongs and pays dues to active organization's what do you expect from these guys ?

Am I missing something here? are they supposed to be working for Independent fee Appraisers helping them.

 

[TerryRohrer]

^^^^^There it is. Appraisers can write fiction!