Thousands of real estate transactions take place every week in the U.S., including new listings, purchases, and refinances. Many likely require the services of a real estate appraiser. With Ashworth Career School's convenient real estate appraiser home study course, you can start preparing for this fascinating career field.
This nationally accredited distance learning diploma program in real estate appraiser training teaches professional-level appraisal skills. You'll learn about the valuation of buildings, sites, and improvements; zoning principles; recognizing construction and lot problems; improvement analysis; inspections; identifying architectural styles; property and ownership rights; legal concerns; analyzing comparable properties; listing and data services; using deeds, maps, plats, and other public records; what to charge; and more.
They'll also teach you what you need to know about the Uniform Residential Appraisal Report (URAR), the standard appraisal form used nationwide. The course also shows you how to prepare worksheets, chart measurements, and utilize photos. As part of the course, you'll complete a full on-site appraisal of a home in your area. This highly instructive exercise gives you a realistic look at what goes into an appraisal.