I want my appraisal license as of 2 mins ago. How much will it cost? How long will it take?Where do I get it?

Answer 1

It really depends on what state you're in...you should follow Mike S's advice and check your state's website to find out which state department handles licensing for real estate appraisers.

He's a little off on the timing though...all states have education, experience and exam requirements, which vary depending on the license level (residential, certified residential, general). It will *not* take you less than a year to get your license...it will likely take you much longer! Many states not only require a certain number of experience hours, but also have a minimum period of time that they set for this experience (typically 2-2 1/2 years depending on license level).

Regarding cost...you should take into account the cost of coursework and licensing. Again, this will depend on what license level (general appraisers require more education than the other license levels and therefore cost the most to acquire). You should check with your state licensing department to check on the licensing costs and which appraisal classes they accept for education. Once you have an idea what they accept education wise, you can check with the course providers to see how much the courses will cost.

***Since you haven't started your education requirements yet, you should note that the education criteria for licensing are changing effective January 1, 2008 nationwide. You should visit http://www.appraisalfoundation.org/s_appraisal/sec.asp?CID=98&DID=133 to educate yourself on these changes.

Getting your appraiser's license is definately not any easy or cheap road!

Answer 2

Go to your state's official website and search under appraisal licenses. In my state of Illinois, you're required to take some classes and pass an exam. The cost is generally three hundred dollars depending on where you take the courses... you can probably wrap up your license in less than a year.