Georgia requirements to become a real estate appraiser:
- at least 18 years of age;
- 90-hour pre-license program;
- high school degree or equivalent;
- NO state exam - NO college degree.
Registered appraisers can appraise on their own!! Let AREA Help
Classroom Package- 90HR Pre-License Regularly $910 - Now - $700* Special Appraisal program is structured into three focused components that provide practical applications and additional online reference material for superior student support. Course program also provides some state credit towards becoming a real estate salesperson in Georgia.
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Real Estate Principles - 30HR- $235 - Special Price $99.00* Course provides understanding for real estate concepts, math, legal aspects, and more. Satisfies real estate sales and appraisal career requirements - get credit for BOTH! Stand out from competitors - AREA’s course can lead you to two state license! Schedules
Appraisal Procedures & Report Writing - 45-HR - $400*
Lecture and practical exercises enables students to gain a deep understanding of various real estate and appraisal topics. Course also can satisfy real estate sales education requirements. Pay for one class but earn credit for TWO state licenses! What a deal. Schedules
National USPAP - 15-HR - $225*
Review USPAP provisions as required by AQB. National Certified Instructor assists you to gain an understanding of how professional practices affect day-to-day appraisal activity. Schedules
*must register min 1 week in advance.
See FAQs about the type of appraisal work available to Registered appraisers.
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ONLINE – Real Estate Appraisal Program Time or commuting constraints? Set your own pace with Online format. Appraisal course contains quizzes, and interactive exercises to help you retain info. 90-hr course includes 15-Hour USPAP.
JOB OUTLOOK: According to postings on career statistics sites such as collegegrad.com predictions of positions for appraisers and real estate assessors is expected to grow faster than other occupations through 2014. A lot of incorrect rumors are causing less people to consider appraising as a career path. That's good news for those who are serious. GA has an excellent economic base and a diverse real estate market. Most Appraisers already work for themselves and know that they are and will continue to be in demand.
Contact AREA, education@area-ga.com, with any questions you have about becoming your own boss or learning a new skill to supplement or eventually replace your current career.
Elevate Your Appraisal Classification Level
You can remain a Registered Appraiser indefinitely. GA appraisers who want to advance must complete AQB approved coursework, satisfy experience requirements and pass state exam. All levels require original 90-hrs registered courses.
Advance to the highest appraisal level if you meet the criteria. If you qualify - save the cost of a state exam and move all the way up! New rules take effect Jan 2015.
Reference chart of State Appraisal Licensing Requirements
Ready for State Exam? Test Anxiety?? Take Appraisal Exam Prep AREA's course is designed to prepare you with material and skills to pass the state exam and move up to the next classification level. AREA wants to help our students succeed and we have several resources for you. Contact AREA for next schedule
Want more practice? Dick Viti, who assisted to create the GA appraisal test bank, developed a FREEexam prep for you. This online study guide presents 50 questions to help you shake out the cobwebs. Remember, just because you are appraising on a regular basis does not mean you can ace the appraisal exam covering academic concepts and principles.
Classroom CoursesorOnline CE Courses 80+ CE Courses to meet your appraisal license needs - Tax Appeals, Declining Markets with 1004MC FNMA form; Surfing Regulatory Waves, FHA Rules, FNMA Changes, Appraisal Law, and more.
2012/13 USPAP Available in Classroom or Online formats. GA Appraisers need 14 hrs of CE each renewal with 7-hr USPAP Update every other cycle. Check Your Education from GREAB website
AREA maintains and adds new CE courses to keep up with industry changes, state and AQB mandates. Take any of the classification courses that provide CE and the classification credit needed to elevate a license. Each year new couses are created to assist licensees stay current on industry trends. Latest course - What's in Your Workfile? will help you stay compliant and out of trouble.
Other CE courses: UAD updates,Valuing Unique Properties, Cost Approach, Market Analysis, AP Law & Supervisory Rules,Truth about Mold, Appraiser Liability, Condemnation Appraising, just to name a few.
Consider Home Inspection class to broaden your understanding of construction while satisfying your CE requirement.
Want to become FHA Certified? AREA offers an FHA Update course to review regulations, HUD/FHA 4150.2 handbook, forms and up-to-date information about getting on the FHA Register of Appraisers roster. AREA has compiled some FHA forms and info to assist you. Register for next class or email the office for future FHA schedules.
Georgia In-Class Appraisal Exam Prep Receive Information for next class Gain confidence and make only ONE appointment to move to a higher appraisal level. Complete tests and quizzes with hundreds of exam questions. Dick Viti, AREA Curriculum Director assisted with developing state appraisal exam bank questions. Course Instructor guides you through appraisal principles, theories and higher level math functions.
"I passed the licensing exam last Wednesday with an 84. The exam prep was very helpful for me. Essentially all of the topics on the exam were covered in the exam prep. The exam prep and the Free 50 question exam that AREA provided helped tremendously. " Terrell S.
As a bonus, you can refresh yourself on materials and test taking skills just before your state exam at AREA's computer lab. FYI: GREAB DOES NOT recognize Veterans Preference Points. Practice so you only have to take your state test once.
Good luck! Need next class? Let AREA know how we may assist you, education@area-ga.com.
FREE - Appraisal Exam Prep America's Real Estate Academy, Inc. has prepared a sampling of 50 questions to assist you as you prepare for your State Appraisal Exam.
AREA's FREE Appraisal Exam Prep will clarify some appraisal issues that you may not encounter on a regular basis.
If you score over 90% on tests you are probably ready to take the state exam. If you score below 80% you ought to consider some additional preparation for the exam.
Many licensees attempt the state exams without refreshing themselves on the numerous topics covered in original classification courses. Active appraisers feel confident because they are busy with regular appraisal practice. Academically they are caught off guard by the subject matter tested and the nuances presented within the questions and answers of the exam. Take advantage of all resources you have at your disposal to ensure success on your state exam.
FREE Appraisal Exam Prep presents 50 questions covering various topics. Test yourself and view the detailed rationale for the correct answer. Repeat the tests as often as you like. Visit AREA's Online Academy and try the sample AREA Appraisal Exam Prep to start learning! If you have any difficulty with exam prep program, please send a note to education@area-ga.com.
Should you want or need additional resources AREA offers:
Classification courses which satisfy the AQB standards - Cost, Income, and Sales Comparison Approach courses; Market Analysis & Highest and Best Use; Advanced Residential Applications; Statistics and more.
AREA is a fully accredited Georgia real estate appraisal school. Select a button on the left or course info above to see which classroom or online course best suits your schedule, and for more detailed course information. Courses can be ordered via online, fax or phone - 770-591-5552.
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Time or commuting constraints? Set your own pace with Online format. Appraisal course contains quizzes, and interactive exercises to help you retain info. 90-hr course includes 15-Hour USPAP.
JOB OUTLOOK: According to postings on career statistics sites such as collegegrad.com predictions of positions for appraisers and real estate assessors is expected to grow faster than other occupations through 2014. A lot of incorrect rumors are causing less people to consider appraising as a career path. That's good news for those who are serious. GA has an excellent economic base and a diverse real estate market. Most Appraisers already work for themselves and know that they are and will continue to be in demand. 
Elevate Your Appraisal Classification Level
