The Appraisal Foundation has begun its annual search for qualified candidates to serve on the Appraiser Qualifications Board (AQB) and the Appraisal Standards Board (ASB). There are three vacancies on the AQB and two vacancies on the ASB. Completed applications for these vacancies must be received by Aug. 1.
Background and qualifications:
The Appraiser Qualifications Board (AQB) is responsible for setting minimum qualification criteria for state licensure and certification of real estate appraisers and has established voluntary qualification criteria for personal property appraisers. Familiarity with appraiser qualifications is a prerequisite of service on the AQB, and a minimum of 10 years of appraisal experience is required. The AQB meets up to three times per year for approximately six days in total and individuals serving on the board are compensated for their time and reimbursed for travel expenses. Those selected for AQB positions will serve a term of up to three years commencing Jan. 1, 2014.
The ASB is charged with developing, interpreting and amending the Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice (USPAP). Familiarity with USPAP is a prerequisite of service on the ASB, and a minimum of 10 years of appraisal experience is required. The ASB meets up to four times per year for approximately 10 days in total, and individuals serving on the board are compensated for their time and are reimbursed for travel expenses. Those individuals selected for a position on the ASB will serve a term of up to three years commencing Jan. 1, 2014.
How to apply:
Applications for the positions outlined above are now available online at The Appraisal Foundation’s website..
If you would like to request an application via email or if you have questions, please feel free to contact Arika Cole (
[email protected]). When requesting information on the applications via email, please use the phrase "2013 AQB/ASB APPLICATION REQUEST" in the subject line, and please include your full name, email address and phone number.