Welcome to the Appraisal Institute.

The Appraisal Institute is a global membership association of professional real estate appraisers, with over 26,700 members and 91 chapters throughout the world. Organized in 1932, its mission is to support and advance its members as the choice for real estate solutions and uphold professional credentials, standards of professional practice, and ethics consistent with the public good. The Appraisal Institute advocates equal opportunity and nondiscrimination in the appraisal profession and conducts its activities in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. Members of the Appraisal Institute benefit from an array of professional education and advocacy programs, and may hold the prestigious MAI, SRPA, and SRA designations.

Leader in Real Estate Appraisal Education

The Appraisal Institute is also recognized as the leader in real estate appraisal education, and is the world's largest publisher of appraisal literature. The San Diego Chapter is one of the larger chapters in the United States, and offers a wide range of nationally sponsored courses and seminars, as well as seminars oriented to the San Diego region.

If you are looking for an appraiser who is dedicated to excellence, or you want to become a knowledgeable appraiser capable of producing high quality valuations, you have come to the right place! For more information about the Appraisal Institute, click the link to the National Office of the Appraisal Institute.