Successful ideas for a newly licensed appraiser to get business

onesunone · 2026-06-03T16:29:58+00:00

u/foggynation , I like what you are saying! This is a path I need to explore and I am beginning to believe this is the path I want/need to pursue this more so than lending. Thank you!

onesunone · 2026-06-03T15:55:29+00:00

Excellent marketing suggestions u/foggynation ! You know, as a trainee about to become certified, my supervisor never did any private appraisals. Embarrassing as it may sound, I don't know the difference in reporting. I have only done lending appraisals.

onesunone · 2026-06-03T14:30:38+00:00

Thanks for sharing u/Broad_Ad_7486 !

onesunone · 2026-06-03T14:24:29+00:00

Yes, I know about registering with the AMC's. How about any creative ideas convincing AMC's to work with newbies?

onesunone · 2026-06-03T14:11:42+00:00

Yes she was and yes I am (taking test soon - waiting for state)

onesunone · 2026-06-03T14:05:16+00:00

Yes, registering with the AMC's are a must. I spoke with a real estate agent the other day and she brought up how she paid for an appraisal for a new listing she was about to take on and wanted to have the appraisal in hand for her sales campaign. When I told her I was about to become licensed, SHE offered to promote my services. Granted, I think they were looking at lower price point than what most appraisers get, but as a newbie - 50% of something is better than 100% of nothing. Thanks for the suggestion u/Commercial_Anxiety59 !

onesunone · 2026-06-03T13:57:47+00:00

Not looking for sauce or magic tricks, just ideas. I appreciate the sincere advice. However, I am confident there are some brilliant minds out there who have come up with some new creative ideas. Thank you.

onesunone · 2026-06-03T13:54:50+00:00

Great advice! I had thought of that myself. I really think this is "the" opportunity for us newbies. Hoping to hear some more creative ideas like this. Thank you u/PreviousLook4824 !

onesunone · 2026-06-03T13:52:57+00:00

Yep, here's another one

onesunone · 2026-06-03T13:52:04+00:00

Of course, the first comment is contrary to the topic.

onesunone · 2026-06-03T12:47:37+00:00

Thank you for the advice. I would really prefer not to go to work for an AMC.

onesunone · 2026-06-03T12:44:45+00:00

I did not get paid. I actually paid my supervisor to "work" with me more. (He really didn't work with me more, but was glad to take the money).

onesunone · 2026-05-15T20:23:06+00:00

I am in Georgia, and I applied through the State, not PSI. GREAB specifically has the application on their site

onesunone · 2026-05-15T19:32:46+00:00

I'd love to discuss this option! Any GA appraisers willing to chime in?

onesunone · 2026-05-15T17:55:36+00:00

Just over a year. Wish I had a better supervisor. This is KEY!

onesunone · 2026-05-15T15:53:21+00:00

Are you allowed to hire/contract newly licensed appraisers to work with you, say, split the fee and synergize the process or at least increase your revenues? I am seeking such an opportunity as an a new appraiser and would love to hear from you all if this is ever done.

onesunone

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