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AppraisalU is an appraisal training program with a hands-on, in-depth learning experience designed to teach the skills needed for a career as a licensed real estate appraiser. AppraisalU in completion fulfills the experience hours for licensing through the practicum pathway. The benefits and rewards of appraising can include high earning potential, starting your own business, working from home, and the flexibility to set your work schedule.
AppraisalU offers three courses, Monday to Thursday, from 8 am to 12 pm CT, exposing students to the critical aspects of the appraisal industry. Experienced professional appraisers teach all lessons with a combined 100+ years of experience. AppraisalU is an available program for students who want to pursue an appraisal career, with a limit of 20 students per cohort. Enrollment ends fourteen days before the start date.
Locations
- Practicing in: California, Kansas, Missouri, Ohio, Texas, DC.
- Inquire for additional states.
Favorable Hours
- Monday – Thursday, 8 am – 12 pm
- The program allows participants to work full-time.
Industry Leadership
- Industry-Leading Professionals
- USPAP-Certified Instructors
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Questions And Answers
AppraisalU offers 3-month courses designed to guide you in creating a credible appraisal report that meets USPAP standards.
Completing each course counts towards the experience hours required for licensing.
Course expectations will vary by cohort. The program will consist of in-person and virtual educational components.
Yes, you can still have a full-time job. Each course is four days per week for four hours per day. (Monday- Thursday, 8 am – 12 pm CT)
The maximum number of students per cohort is 20.
Unfortunately, at this time, we cannot begin you at a higher level. With that said, you can combine previous experience hours outside the program with practicum hours for overall experience hours submission to state boards.
Subject to state-by-state regulations.
No, each course has a limited number of student spots, and acceptance is neither guaranteed nor implied.
Students who complete basic appraisal training in good standing and meet the QE prerequisites are qualified to enroll in intermediate appraisal training.
No, the experience hours listed are the potential hours available and are achieved only based on participation and the quality of work produced. Students must complete the full course for 500 hours of experience credit.
No, AppraisalU is not a State Licensing Agency. Becoming a licensed appraiser is predicated on the State Licensing Agency approving experience hours, reviewing and approving sample appraisals for work quality, and passing the state-required exam. AppraisalU is a path to success for the experience hour requirement, but it is no guarantee of licensure.
Licensing requirements vary by state.
What People Say About Us
Client Testimonials
"I love being an appraiser because no two homes are ever the same—every assignment brings a new challenge and opportunity to learn. It’s a rewarding career that allows me to grow professionally while still having time to enjoy life with my family."
DJ RobertsLicense Appraiser Graduate 
"As a graduate, I recieved a quality education with a personal touch. In addition, each of my mentors guided and supported me as I developed to become the appraiser today."
Kharon BrownCertified Appraiser Graduate 
"I am thankful I had a program for my appraisal education. The classroom learning combined with field application guided me through robust and complicated situations, developing me into a confident and competent certified appraiser."
Nikki TaubinCertified Appraiser Graduate 
"In my first month following graduation, I was a licensed appraiser in the Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex. I had the education and network to become a successful practitioner completing 40+ appraisals each month."
Marquis MatthewsCertified Appraiser Graduate 
"I love appraising because each day is different. Different areas, different homes. While the job stays the same, it is not the same day lived twice. I love the hybrid schedule. I go into the field but also get to come home and work from home. The flexible schedule is exactly what I wanted in a career."
Brianna ReyesCertified Graduate Appraiser 
Steps to become a State Licensed Appraiser
To become a state licensed appraiser involves completion of several very complex requirements which often blocks out many qualified candidates from achieving a state license.
Under the traditional model, trainees must find a Certified Appraiser Supervisor with 3+ years experience who will train you for six months, minimum, and gain 1,0000 experience hours inspecting and providing real property appraisal experience. This is the first and most challenging requirement to accomplish.
WHY? Most Certified Appraisers work from home and do not want a stranger coming to their home daily. They have no incentive to train and often consider new trainees more competition that could take away future income. Training is very time-consuming, which reduces a supervisor’s ability to generate income. Finally, limited training tools assist the supervisor in the teaching process.
AppraisalU SOLUTION: AppraisalU modernizes the conventional training model by pairing an advanced educational curriculum with direct field mentorship. We connect students with highly experienced Certified Appraisers who translate virtual classroom theory into practical field expertise. This synergy of hands-on experience and academic instruction ensures the seamless integration of modern technological tools with industry-leading mentorship.
The price for the courses varies.
SOLUTION: AppraisalU instructors will guide you through the education process and ensure you register for the specific required courses, offering the best education at the lowest cost.
Apply to your State Appraisal Licensing Board or Commission.
SOLUTION: AppraisalU instructors will guide you through the application process and ensure all of the prerequisites have been met and the application packet is completed in compliance with the state requirements.
SOLUTION: AppraisalU instructors provide comprehensive guidance on examination expectations and preparation strategies, including facilitated access to premier industry exam-prep resources. In the event of an unsuccessful first attempt, our instructors offer personalized consultations to refine your study strategy and ensure success on the subsequent examination.
Learn more: https://www.talcb.texas.gov/potential-license-holder/licensed-appraiser.
Learn All About Our Team
Meet The Instructors
Julie Floyd
MNAA, CDEI
AQB Certified USPAP Instructor
AQB Certified USPAP Instructor
Julie Molendorp Floyd, MNAA, CDEI, is a Certified General Appraiser in both Missouri and Kansas. Previously, she held the position of Course and Curriculum Manager at McKissock, LLC, the largest provider of appraisal education in the country, where she was the host of an informative podcast entitled “Beyond the Numbers with McKissock Appraisal.” Floyd is well-known for hosting industry webinars featuring leaders in the profession and is a highly regarded appraisal instructor. As a lifelong educator, she earned her bachelor’s and master’s degrees in education from the University of Central Missouri. Additionally, Floyd is both a Certified Distance Education Instructor (CDEI) and an AQB-Certified USPAP Instructor. Her extensive experience includes serving as the Vice-Chair of the Missouri Real Estate Appraisers Commission from 2007 to 2023. Recently, she commenced a 3-year term as a member of the Appraisal Qualifications Board, the public board of the Appraisal Foundation responsible for establishing and maintaining the Real Property Appraiser Criteria.
Adam Newsom
Director of Program Development
Certified Appraiser
Certified Appraiser
Adam Newsom, a seasoned appraisal professional with two decades of experience, brings a wealth of expertise to his role at RSDS. Now based in Kansas City, Adam is deeply committed to shaping the future of the appraisal industry by mentoring and training the next generation of appraisers. Over his career, Adam has successfully guided more than 15 appraisers to certification, many of whom have gone on to establish thriving careers in markets across Arizona, Kansas, Missouri, Texas, and Florida. His dedication to fostering talent and advancing professional standards underscores his vital role in the appraisal community.
Robbie Wilson
ASA, RA, SRA
AQB Certified USPAP Instructor
AQB Certified USPAP Instructor
Robbie Wilson, a graduate of the University of Texas in Real Estate, who earned an MBA in Business Finance, has built a life around real estate. Robbie’s experience encompasses building his own real estate company, working as a Consultant for Freddie Mac and Fannie Mae, and now he is the appraisal compliance and risk management leader for RSDS Appraisal Diversity.
Robbie is recognized in the appraisal industry as a subject matter expert on Appraisal Standards and Ethics, FIRREA, the Dodd-Frank Act, Government Regulations and Laws, and GSEs mortgage loan underwriting guidelines. Robbie is an Appraisal Qualification Board (AQB) Certified USPAP Instructor and has taught and continues to teach AQB pre-licensing and continuing education courses in Texas, Tennessee, Arkansas, Oklahoma, Georgia, New Jersey, and Indiana. Robbie currently serves and has served in numerous leadership positions including but not limited to: President of the National Society of Real Estate Appraisers, a member of the prestigious “Peer Investigative Committee” of the Texas Appraiser Licensing & Certification Board (TALCB), and is a current TALCB Mentor.
Dr. Randy Flowers
Doctorate of Education
Dr. Randy Flowers is the President of Operations for RSDS. Originally from Kansas and now an Arizona resident, he is an experienced professional with more than a decade of leadership experience. Before joining RSDS Appraisal Diversity, Dr. Flowers was a private university dean, designing and implementing operations across multiple departments and divisions. Dr. Flowers has the skills and experience to effectively lead and oversee the appraisal operations of RSDS Appraisal Diversity by establishing policies, an education system, and staffing models that promote company culture and vision for developing the next generation of real estate appraisers.
Program Mentors
Frank Aluise
Certified Residential Appraiser
Kevin Powell
Certified Residential Appraiser
Adam Newsom
Certified Residential Appraiser