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Appraisers and Assessors of Real Estate
Accredited Land Consultant Certification Description The REALTORS® Land Institute confers its prestigious Accredited Land Consultant (ALC) Designation to only the best land professionals in the business. To qualify for the ALC designation, a land specialist must complete the organization's rigorous LANDU education program and demonstrate a proven track record in experience and success. Certifying Organization National Association of Realtors https://www.nar.realtor/ Certification Details ● Work Experience Required? Yes ● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes ● Renew through Continuing Educational Units (CEU)? No ● Renew through Re-Examination? No ● Renew through Continuing Professional Development (CPD)? No ● Does applicant have a choice of at least two options from above for renewal (CEU, CPD, or exam)? No Accredited Land Consultant Website
Accredited Rural Appraiser Certification Description Appraisals of agricultural enterprises and rural properties demand qualified experts who understand the complexity and intricacy of modern agriculture and today's rural environment. Rural Appraisers serve land owners and lenders in providing property valuations upon which lenders, farmers, and investors can base lending or investment decisions. Certifying Organization American Society of Farm Managers and Rural Appraisers http://www.asfmra.org/ Certification Details ● Education and Training Required? Yes ● Work Experience Required? Yes ● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes ● Renewal Required? Every 3 Years ● Renew through Continuing Educational Units (CEU)? Yes ● Does applicant have a choice of at least two options from above for renewal (CEU, CPD, or exam)? No Accredited Rural Appraiser Website
Assessment Administration Specialist Certification Description The purpose of the AAS designation is to recognize professionalism and competency in administration of a variety of functions for property tax purposes. Certifying Organization International Association of Assessing Officers http://www.iaao.org Certification Details ● Education and Training Required? Yes ● Work Experience Required? Yes ● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes ● Renewal Required? Every 5 Years ● Renew through Continuing Educational Units (CEU)? Yes ● Does applicant have a choice of at least two options from above for renewal (CEU, CPD, or exam)? No Assessment Administration Specialist Website
Certified Assessment Evaluator Certification Description The purpose of the CAE (Certified Assessment Evaluator) designation is to recognize professionalism and competency in a wide range of matters covering property valuation for tax purposes, property tax administration, and property tax policy. Certifying Organization International Association of Assessing Officers http://www.iaao.org Certification Details ● Education and Training Required? Yes ● Work Experience Required? Yes ● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes ● Renewal Required? Every 5 Years ● Renew through Continuing Educational Units (CEU)? Yes ● Does applicant have a choice of at least two options from above for renewal (CEU, CPD, or exam)? No Certified Assessment Evaluator Website
Certified Estate and Trust Specialist Certification Description The CES designation will teach you exactly what you need to know about estate planning and asset repositioning implementation. You will learn about estate planning goals, beneficiaries, wills and probates, retirement accounts, taxes and trusts, living trusts, wills, and post-mortem guidelines. In addition, you'll gain sophisticated knowledge about control trusts, incapacity, and funerals. Certifying Organization Institute of Business & Finance http://icfs.com/ Certification Details ● Education and Training Required? Yes ● Work Experience Required? Yes ● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes Certified Estate and Trust Specialist Website
Certified Merger and Acquisition Advisor Certification Description Advanced professional credential for business advisory professionals, including CPAs, CFAs,and attorneys. Goals are to:Maintain the highest recognized standards for financial advisor and transaction excellence Advance professional and financial goals and those of your clients Provide a benchmark for professional achievement within the large and highly fragmented marketplace of corporate advisor and transaction services. Certifying Organization Alliance of Merger and Acquisition Advisors http://www.amaaonline.com/ Certification Details ● Education and Training Required? Yes ● Work Experience Required? Yes ● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes ● Renew through Continuing Educational Units (CEU)? No ● Renew through Re-Examination? No ● Renew through Continuing Professional Development (CPD)? No ● Does applicant have a choice of at least two options from above for renewal (CEU, CPD, or exam)? No Certified Merger and Acquisition Advisor Website
Certified Mortgage Appraisal Reviewer Certification Description Earning an Appraisal Review Certification displays an individual's commitment to higher education and enhances one's ethical and professional experience standards. The individual's employer is also held to these higher standards by existing and potential clients, regulators and the entire appraisal industry. Certifying Organization National Association of Independent Fee Appraisers http://www.naifa.com Certification Details ● Education and Training Required? No ● Work Experience Required? No ● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes Certified Mortgage Appraisal Reviewer Website
General Accredited Appraiser Certification Description Certified general appraisers wishing to increase their visibility should pursue the GAAsm designation. The GAAsm designation is awarded to appraisers whose education and experience exceed state appraisal certification requirements and is supported by the National Association of REALTORS®. Certifying Organization National Association of Realtors https://www.nar.realtor/ Certification Details ● Education and Training Required? Yes ● Work Experience Required? Yes ● Either training or work experience required, but not both? No ● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes ● Renew through Continuing Educational Units (CEU)? No ● Renew through Re-Examination? No ● Renew through Continuing Professional Development (CPD)? No ● Does applicant have a choice of at least two options from above for renewal (CEU, CPD, or exam)? No General Accredited Appraiser Website
Housing Credit Certified Professional Certification Description The Housing Credit Certified Professional (HCCP) is a specialized designation for developers, property managers, asset managers and others working in the affordable housing industry through the Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) program. Certifying Organization National Association of Home Builders http://www.nahb.org Certification Details ● Education and Training Required? Yes ● Work Experience Required? Yes ● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes ● Renewal Required? Every Year Housing Credit Certified Professional Website
MAI Designation Certification Description MAI Designated members are experienced in the valuation of commercial, industrial, residential and other types of properties and advise clients on real estate investment decisions. Students enrolled in an Appraisal Institute-approved Master's Degree Program may work toward their MAI designation while pursuing their advanced degrees. Certifying Organization Appraisal Institute http://www.appraisalinstitute.org/ Certification Details ● Education and Training Required? Yes ● Work Experience Required? Yes ● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes ● Renewal Required? Every 5 Years ● Renew through Continuing Educational Units (CEU)? Yes ● Renew through Re-Examination? No ● Renew through Continuing Professional Development (CPD)? No ● Does applicant have a choice of at least two options from above for renewal (CEU, CPD, or exam)? No MAI Designation Website
Real Property Review Appraiser Certification Description The RPRA is a professional designation that demonstrates the bearer is uniquely competent to conduct appraisal reviews of complex properties or situations. The RPRA's appraisal review provides a superior evaluation for all types of enterprises and properties and ensures that an appraisal is in compliance with regulations and professional standards. The RPRA signifies the highest level of expertise in the review appraisal process, expertise that far exceeds state certification and licensing requirements. To become an RPRA you must complete a rigorous program consisting of course work, experience, submission of a demonstration report and a comprehensive exam. Certifying Organization American Society of Farm Managers and Rural Appraisers http://www.asfmra.org/ Certification Details ● Education and Training Required? Yes ● Work Experience Required? Yes ● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes ● Renewal Required? Every 3 Years ● Renew through Continuing Educational Units (CEU)? Yes ● Renew through Re-Examination? No ● Renew through Continuing Professional Development (CPD)? No ● Does applicant have a choice of at least two options from above for renewal (CEU, CPD, or exam)? No Real Property Review Appraiser Website
Residential Accredited Appraiser Certification Description Certified residential appraisers wishing to increase their visibility should pursue the RAAsm designation. The RAAsm designation is awarded to appraisers whose education and experience exceed state appraisal certification requirements and is supported by the National Association of REALTORS®. Certifying Organization National Association of Realtors https://www.nar.realtor/ Certification Details ● Education and Training Required? Yes ● Work Experience Required? Yes ● Either training or work experience required, but not both? No ● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes ● Renewal Required? Every Year ● Renew through Continuing Educational Units (CEU)? No ● Renew through Re-Examination? No ● Renew through Continuing Professional Development (CPD)? No ● Does applicant have a choice of at least two options from above for renewal (CEU, CPD, or exam)? No Residential Accredited Appraiser Website
SRA Designation Certification Description SRA Designated members are experienced in the valuation of residential real property. Certifying Organization Appraisal Institute http://www.appraisalinstitute.org/ Certification Details ● Education and Training Required? Yes ● Work Experience Required? Yes ● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes ● Renewal Required? Every 5 Years ● Renew through Continuing Educational Units (CEU)? Yes ● Renew through Re-Examination? No ● Renew through Continuing Professional Development (CPD)? No ● Does applicant have a choice of at least two options from above for renewal (CEU, CPD, or exam)? No SRA Designation Website

Appraisers and Assessors of Real Estate

Certification Description
The REALTORS® Land Institute confers its prestigious Accredited Land Consultant (ALC) Designation to only the best land professionals in the business. To qualify for the ALC designation, a land specialist must complete the organization's rigorous LANDU education program and demonstrate a proven track record in experience and success.

Certifying Organization
National Association of Realtors
https://www.nar.realtor/

Certification Details
● Work Experience Required? Yes
● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes
● Renew through Continuing Educational Units (CEU)? No
● Renew through Re-Examination? No
● Renew through Continuing Professional Development (CPD)? No
● Does applicant have a choice of at least two options from above for renewal (CEU, CPD, or exam)? No

Accredited Land Consultant Website

Accredited Rural Appraiser

Certification Description
Appraisals of agricultural enterprises and rural properties demand qualified experts who understand the complexity and intricacy of modern agriculture and today's rural environment. Rural Appraisers serve land owners and lenders in providing property valuations upon which lenders, farmers, and investors can base lending or investment decisions.

Certifying Organization
American Society of Farm Managers and Rural Appraisers
http://www.asfmra.org/

Certification Details
● Education and Training Required? Yes
● Work Experience Required? Yes
● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes
● Renewal Required? Every 3 Years
● Renew through Continuing Educational Units (CEU)? Yes
● Does applicant have a choice of at least two options from above for renewal (CEU, CPD, or exam)? No

Accredited Rural Appraiser Website

Assessment Administration Specialist

Certification Description
The purpose of the AAS designation is to recognize professionalism and competency in administration of a variety of functions for property tax purposes.

Certifying Organization
International Association of Assessing Officers
http://www.iaao.org

Certification Details
● Education and Training Required? Yes
● Work Experience Required? Yes
● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes
● Renewal Required? Every 5 Years
● Renew through Continuing Educational Units (CEU)? Yes
● Does applicant have a choice of at least two options from above for renewal (CEU, CPD, or exam)? No

Assessment Administration Specialist Website

Certified Assessment Evaluator

Certification Description
The purpose of the CAE (Certified Assessment Evaluator) designation is to recognize professionalism and competency in a wide range of matters covering property valuation for tax purposes, property tax administration, and property tax policy.

Certifying Organization
International Association of Assessing Officers
http://www.iaao.org

Certification Details
● Education and Training Required? Yes
● Work Experience Required? Yes
● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes
● Renewal Required? Every 5 Years
● Renew through Continuing Educational Units (CEU)? Yes
● Does applicant have a choice of at least two options from above for renewal (CEU, CPD, or exam)? No

Certified Assessment Evaluator Website

Certified Estate and Trust Specialist

Certification Description
The CES designation will teach you exactly what you need to know about estate planning and asset repositioning implementation. You will learn about estate planning goals, beneficiaries, wills and probates, retirement accounts, taxes and trusts, living trusts, wills, and post-mortem guidelines. In addition, you'll gain sophisticated knowledge about control trusts, incapacity, and funerals.

Certifying Organization
Institute of Business & Finance
http://icfs.com/

Certification Details
● Education and Training Required? Yes
● Work Experience Required? Yes
● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes

Certified Estate and Trust Specialist Website

Certified Merger and Acquisition Advisor

Certification Description
Advanced professional credential for business advisory professionals, including CPAs, CFAs,and attorneys. Goals are to:Maintain the highest recognized standards for financial advisor and transaction excellence
Advance professional and financial goals and those of your clients
Provide a benchmark for professional achievement within the large and highly fragmented marketplace of corporate advisor and transaction services.

Certifying Organization
Alliance of Merger and Acquisition Advisors
http://www.amaaonline.com/

Certification Details
● Education and Training Required? Yes
● Work Experience Required? Yes
● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes
● Renew through Continuing Educational Units (CEU)? No
● Renew through Re-Examination? No
● Renew through Continuing Professional Development (CPD)? No
● Does applicant have a choice of at least two options from above for renewal (CEU, CPD, or exam)? No

Certified Merger and Acquisition Advisor Website

Certified Mortgage Appraisal Reviewer

Certification Description
Earning an Appraisal Review Certification displays an individual's commitment to higher education and enhances one's ethical and professional experience standards. The individual's employer is also held to these higher standards by existing and potential clients, regulators and the entire appraisal industry.

Certifying Organization
National Association of Independent Fee Appraisers
http://www.naifa.com

Certification Details
● Education and Training Required? No
● Work Experience Required? No
● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes

Certified Mortgage Appraisal Reviewer Website

General Accredited Appraiser

Certification Description
Certified general appraisers wishing to increase their visibility should pursue the GAAsm designation. The GAAsm designation is awarded to appraisers whose education and experience exceed state appraisal certification requirements and is supported by the National Association of REALTORS®.

Certifying Organization
National Association of Realtors
https://www.nar.realtor/

Certification Details
● Education and Training Required? Yes
● Work Experience Required? Yes
● Either training or work experience required, but not both? No
● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes
● Renew through Continuing Educational Units (CEU)? No
● Renew through Re-Examination? No
● Renew through Continuing Professional Development (CPD)? No
● Does applicant have a choice of at least two options from above for renewal (CEU, CPD, or exam)? No

General Accredited Appraiser Website

Housing Credit Certified Professional

Certification Description
The Housing Credit Certified Professional (HCCP) is a specialized designation for developers, property managers, asset managers and others working in the affordable housing industry through the Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) program.

Certifying Organization
National Association of Home Builders
http://www.nahb.org

Certification Details
● Education and Training Required? Yes
● Work Experience Required? Yes
● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes
● Renewal Required? Every Year

Housing Credit Certified Professional Website

MAI Designation

Certification Description
MAI Designated members are experienced in the valuation of commercial, industrial, residential and other types of properties and advise clients on real estate investment decisions. Students enrolled in an Appraisal Institute-approved Master's Degree Program may work toward their MAI designation while pursuing their advanced degrees.

Certifying Organization
Appraisal Institute
http://www.appraisalinstitute.org/

Certification Details
● Education and Training Required? Yes
● Work Experience Required? Yes
● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes
● Renewal Required? Every 5 Years
● Renew through Continuing Educational Units (CEU)? Yes
● Renew through Re-Examination? No
● Renew through Continuing Professional Development (CPD)? No
● Does applicant have a choice of at least two options from above for renewal (CEU, CPD, or exam)? No

MAI Designation Website

Real Property Review Appraiser

Certification Description
The RPRA is a professional designation that demonstrates the bearer is uniquely competent to conduct appraisal reviews of complex properties or situations. The RPRA's appraisal review provides a superior evaluation for all types of enterprises and properties and ensures that an appraisal is in compliance with regulations and professional standards. The RPRA signifies the highest level of expertise in the review appraisal process, expertise that far exceeds state certification and licensing requirements. To become an RPRA you must complete a rigorous program consisting of course work, experience, submission of a demonstration report and a comprehensive exam.

Certifying Organization
American Society of Farm Managers and Rural Appraisers
http://www.asfmra.org/

Certification Details
● Education and Training Required? Yes
● Work Experience Required? Yes
● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes
● Renewal Required? Every 3 Years
● Renew through Continuing Educational Units (CEU)? Yes
● Renew through Re-Examination? No
● Renew through Continuing Professional Development (CPD)? No
● Does applicant have a choice of at least two options from above for renewal (CEU, CPD, or exam)? No

Real Property Review Appraiser Website

Residential Accredited Appraiser

Certification Description
Certified residential appraisers wishing to increase their visibility should pursue the RAAsm designation. The RAAsm designation is awarded to appraisers whose education and experience exceed state appraisal certification requirements and is supported by the National Association of REALTORS®.

Certifying Organization
National Association of Realtors
https://www.nar.realtor/

Certification Details
● Education and Training Required? Yes
● Work Experience Required? Yes
● Either training or work experience required, but not both? No
● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes
● Renewal Required? Every Year
● Renew through Continuing Educational Units (CEU)? No
● Renew through Re-Examination? No
● Renew through Continuing Professional Development (CPD)? No
● Does applicant have a choice of at least two options from above for renewal (CEU, CPD, or exam)? No

Residential Accredited Appraiser Website

SRA Designation

Certification Description
SRA Designated members are experienced in the valuation of residential real property.

Certifying Organization
Appraisal Institute
http://www.appraisalinstitute.org/

Certification Details
● Education and Training Required? Yes
● Work Experience Required? Yes
● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes
● Renewal Required? Every 5 Years
● Renew through Continuing Educational Units (CEU)? Yes
● Renew through Re-Examination? No
● Renew through Continuing Professional Development (CPD)? No
● Does applicant have a choice of at least two options from above for renewal (CEU, CPD, or exam)? No

SRA Designation Website

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