Today’s appraisal profession paradigm does not promote appraisal “firms” or “companies.” Most appraisers today are self-employed sole proprietors working as a “one-man-band.” As a result, these appraisers miss out on the opportunity to be mentored over time by a knowledgeable, more experienced/skilled, and USPAP savvy appraiser. Bob Keith is available to assist appraisers identify and solve problems during difficult assignments.
Bob’s background as an appraiser, AQB Certified USPAP Instructor, State Certified General Appraiser and state appraiser regulator make him highly qualified to assist all appraisers under investigation by their state licensing board. While Bob is not an attorney, and cannot offer legal advice, he can assist you from a USPAP compliance, appraisal principles and practices standpoint.
Thankfully, most appraisers do not have any disciplinary experience with their state licensing boards. In the event a complaint is filed against you, please seriously consider consulting with an expert in appraisal, USPAP and appraisal regulation. Appraisers need to understand the importance and urgency to immediately initiate the preparation of a response to a complaint issued by a State Appraiser Board.
Valuation Compliance Resource is available to assist appraisers who are facing allegations from their State licensing boards. Our opinions are independent, objective and unbiased. We are not advocates for any party. However, we do understand the minimum (Uniform) Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice and we are skilled at communicating them to governing bodies.
Conscientious and proactive appraisers are always looking for ways to gain greater assurance of USPAP compliance. Valuation Compliance Resources offers a suite of services involving USPAP compliance audits of a sole (appraiser) proprietor or appraisal firm.