What Questions Should You Ask When Interviewing an Appraiser?

It’s important to know if your appraiser is qualified for your needs. Here are some suggested interview questions:

  • What is your general appraisal and education background?
  • What specific experience do you have with the kind of property to be appraised?
  • Are you a member of a professional appraisal society? If so, does that society teach, test, and accredit?
  • Do you hold a special designation issued by an appraisal society?
  • Is that designation based on successfully completing written examinations?
  • How long ago did you take the examination?
  • What continuing education have you undertaken to keep up-to-date in the field?
  • What do you charge for your service and how do you base your fee?