The appraisal industry can be complex, and appraisers have many rules, regulations, and standards to adhere to. Our appraisers here in Tucson are constantly working to keep current and compliant with these rules and regulations. We've provided some links that can help you better understand appraisers and the appraisal industry.

The Appraisal Foundation - They are the source of Appraisal Standards and Appraiser Qualifications.

Office of Federal Housing Enterprise Oversight - They ensure the safety and soundness of Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac.

Appraisal Institute - Appraiser Membership

ARAC - was founded to be a forum for appraisers in the field of Review Appraisals.

American Society of Appraisers - Publishers of Technical Valuation, and Appraisal and Valuation Manual.

Appraisers Forum - Appraisers only forum, to share ideas, ask questions, and get advice.

American Society of Farm Managers and Rural Appraisers

Appraisal Institute of Canada

Foundation of Real Estate Appraisers - Publisher of the communicator magazine.

International Association of Assessing Officers - Publisher of The International Assessor and Assessors Journal, and other special publications.

International Right of Way Association - Publisher of Right of Way magazine.

National Association of Independent Fee Appraisers - Publisher of The Appraisal Review

National Association of Master Appraisers - Publisher of The Master Appraiser

National Residential Appraisers Institute - Publisher of Appraisers News Network