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NEW PODCAST: FHA Roster FAQs - Understand the FHA Roster requirements that took effect October 1, 2009 - Download this free podcast

To see links to useful Web sites and downloads pertaining to FHA appraising, click here



FHA Appraisal Education Offered by the Appraisal Institute

Learn more about Appraisal Institute seminars pertaining to FHA appraising.
Introduction to FHA Appraising: What Appraisers Need to Know About HUD Policies, Procedures and 2008 Roster Eligibility
(Classroom Seminar) - Learn more and register now

FHA and the Appraisal Process (Online Seminar) - Learn more and register now


Answers to Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) Regarding the FHA Roster

The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development recently revised its eligibility requirements for appraisers to qualify for placement and retention on the Federal Housing Administration Appraiser Roster. Starting October 1, 2009, all FHA Appraiser Roster appraisers in all states and territories must be state certified (not just licensed) in order to be eligible to conduct appraisals for FHA-insured mortgages and remain on the FHA Appraiser Roster. To view in-depth responses to many questions regarding the revised FHA Roster eligibility requirements, visit our dedicated FHA Roster FAQs page



The Appraisal Institute Can Help You Fulfill the New FHA Requirements

Not a certified residential appraiser yet? The Appraisal Institute will provide you with the courses you need to move you closer to fulfilling the new FHA requirements and offer professional development opportunities for the future!


Upgrade from Licensed to Certified Residential Real Property Appraiser
If you are already a Licensed Real Property Appraiser, you can upgrade to Certified Residential with the Appraisal Institute courses** listed below:

 

Hours

Real Estate Finance, Statistics, and Valuation Modeling

15

Advanced Residential Applications and Case Studies/Part 1

15

Advanced Residential Report Writing/Part 2*

30

Total

60


*To effectively cover content this course is 30 hours rather than 20. It satisfies the Elective requirement in most states, though some states may have additional or different requirements.

**These requirements are the minimum required by the AQB. Check with your state to determine if additional requirements are necessary.

Upgrade from Trainee to Certified Residential Real Property Appraiser

The Appraisal Institute offers the required** courses to upgrade from a Trainee to a Certified Residential Real Property Appraiser:

 

Hours

Residential Market Analysis and Highest and Best Use

15

Residential Appraiser Site Valuation and Cost Approach

15

Residential Sales Comparison and Income Approaches

30

Residential Report Writing & Case Studies

15

Real Estate Finance, Statistics, and Valuation Modeling

15

Advanced Residential Applications and Case Studies/Part 1

15

Advanced Residential Report Writing/Part 2*

30

Total

135


*To effectively cover content, this course is 30 hours rather than 20. It satisfies the Elective requirement in most states, though some states may have additional or difference requirements.

**These requirements are the minimum required by the AQB. Check with your state to determine if additional requirements are necessary.


Learn More About Appraisal Institute Education
The Appraisal Institute offers a multitude of seminars and certificate programs covering today's hot topics - so you can continue to expand your skill set after fulfilling your education requirements for state certification. For a complete list of our class descriptions and schedules, view our Education Schedule.


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