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Residential Accredited Appraiser — RAA

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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

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Details

If significant education or training is needed? Yes
If significant work experience is needed? Yes
Is an exam required? Yes
How many years until certification must be renewed? 1 year(s)
Certification can be renewed with Continuing Education Units? No
Certification can be renewed with re-examination? No
Certification can be renewed with Continuing Professional Development? No
Certification can be renewed in multiple ways? No

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Suggested because Residential Accredited Appraiser applies to Appraisers and Assessors of Real Estate. Confirm with the school that its curriculum covers this exam.

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