Getting an SRA

[The Warrior Monk]

I seriously considered getting an SRA designation about 8 years ago. I even traveled to Philadelphia to take the report writing course, and was getting ready to start the demo (modular format). In the interim, my whole business focus shifted and the SRA as marketing tool effectively became worthless. I am considering the MAI though, because that will be helpful for future plans (basically, I'd be the only MAI my market area).

With that said, the education is definitely worth it, as is the peer review. It is also helpful if you wish to expand your client base.

 

[KenAZ]

I got my designation just after licensing. No one cared then.

It may be different now, but we will see soon.

It seems that all appraisal managers are designated and AI claims that you will make more money.

 

[Louis Pompeo]

2) I believe its caustic to a person's soul to do unvalued work (see 90% of government agencies).

Metamorphic: 1. What do you mean by that? 2. Where did you get that number? 3. pleazse tell me your qualifications to make that statement.

 

[Metamorphic]

Metamorphic: 1. What do you mean by that? 2. Where did you get that number? 3. pleazse tell me your qualifications to make that statement.

1) I mean a person who spends their time in pursuits that are not meaningful are unlikely to find happiness. 2) I've looked at the state and federal budgets 3) I've had a few pointless paper pushing jobs and its no way to live your life. I recognize the pain in the eyes of the person behind the counter at the DMV.

 

[Caligirl]

I've been taking the MAI designation coursework, which is top quality. MAIs tend to dominate the local chapter in terms of participation and teaching. My own observation is that, at least in the chapter I've participated in, there are very few SRAs who are even teaching courses. There has been an increase in the number of undesignated associate members teaching the chapter courses and seminars. I find this bizarre-I think respect for the SRA should start with the AI itself.

 

[Dale Smalley]

I would like to get a SRA but since I don't have $2500 bucks i will stick to the AFA
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[No One]

Am I missing something here? The educational requirements now to get certified are just as much to get your SRA and the continuning ed requirements arent anymore than what the state requires, so what is the point? Also I know banks, that still have licensed appraiser's doing work for them, but they want take on a certified appraiser. Tell me if I am wrong?

 

[Lakefront boater]

Am I missing something here? The educational requirements now to get certified are just as much to get your SRA and the continuning ed requirements arent anymore than what the state requires, so what is the point? Also I know banks, that still have licensed appraiser's doing work for them, but they want take on a certified appraiser. Tell me if I am wrong?

I think the point Meta was making was that since your going to spend money on the CE you might as well take AI classes that can be applied towards a designation. It sure does make sense to go the AI route even if you don't get a designation you get the quality edu and peer interaction.

I think the time and money spent towards a designation or any education for that matter is worthwhile.

 

[Craig Julian]

I have been an SRA for 1/2 of my life. I earned the RM in 1988 and then traded it for an SRA in 1991. I learned a great deal by taking courses, writing my demo, then eventually grading demos, reviewing experiernce credit and finally became an instructor. In regard to money, it is worth the amount I pay per year. I receive 10-15 extra assignments per year due to the fact I have the SRA. These assignments are typically for litigation purposes, so the fees are much higher than other assignments. I highly recommened the SRA route for residential and if you are thinking commercial, then I recommend the MAI for sure.

 

[john johanides]

I remember when the SRA meant something . The appraisal institute threw their residential members under the bus, and lic. ran them over. Retired my SRA
3 years ago , lost zero work SAVED $1500.00 a year in dues.The education process was fine.