Originally published May 26, 2026 by The Appraisal Foundation
Reprinted with permission from The Appraisal Foundation

The Appraisal Foundation is now accepting applications for its annual selection of new members to serve on the Appraiser Qualifications Board (AQB) and the Appraisal Standards Board (ASB). Individuals appointed through this process will begin their term on January 1, 2027. Each appointment may be for a one-, two-, or three-year term, depending on the needs of the board.

For this selection cycle, there are up to three open seats on the AQB and up to four open seats on the ASB that are eligible for appointment or reappointment.

“The ASB and AQB are central to the Foundation’s work to uphold our congressional authorization and maintain public trust,” said Kelly Davids, President of The Appraisal Foundation. “Folks with a deep commitment to the appraisal profession’s next chapter have a unique opportunity to shape its standards and qualifications at the highest level.”

Background and Qualifications:
The Appraiser Qualifications Board (AQB) is responsible for establishing the minimum education, experience, and examination requirements for real estate appraisers to obtain and maintain state licensure or certification. The AQB also sets minimum qualifications for personal property appraisers, which must be met by Foundation Partners that confer personal property designations.

Serving on the AQB requires a strong understanding of what it takes to enter and succeed in the appraisal profession — including the skills, knowledge, and practical competencies expected of new appraisers. While holding an appraiser credential is not required, AQB members must bring relevant expertise, sound judgment, and a willingness to engage deeply with the Real Property Appraiser Qualification Criteria .

The Appraisal Standards Board (ASB) is responsible for developing, interpreting, and amending the Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice (USPAP). ASB members are expected to have a strong working knowledge of USPAP, the ability to think critically about its structure and intent, and the judgment to determine when and how new guidance should be issued.

Each Board holds two in-person, two-day work sessions annually, along with additional virtual work sessions as needed. Meetings are typically held in Washington, DC, but may occasionally take place in other locations in conjunction with Foundation events. Boards also convene for two to three virtual public meetings per year (half-day sessions) and monthly two- to three-hour conference calls. Board work between meetings is ongoing and varies by project.

Members are compensated for their service and reimbursed for travel expenses. Individuals appointed to the AQB or ASB in this cycle will begin their terms on January 1, 2027, with an initial term length of one, two, or three years depending on Board needs.

The Boards Nominating Committee of the Board of Trustees seeks applicants from a range of disciplines and professional backgrounds who bring deep thinking, collaborative decision-making, and a commitment to advancing the appraisal profession in the public interest.

How to Apply:
Click here to apply for the Appraisal Standards Board (ASB).
Click here to apply for the Appraiser Qualifications Board (AQB).

Questions or More Information?
If you have questions, please feel free to contact Arika James at: [email protected] or via phone at 202-624-3072.