How do I Get a Historic Home Appraised?

The National Trust’s publication, Appraising Historic Properties, can be ordered by linking to our Preservation Books website at www.preservationbooks.org

The American Appraisal Institute is an international independent membership association of professional real estate appraisers.  It directs residential and commercial real estate appraisal education, research, publishing and professional membership designation programs.  Their website includes educational links and ways to locate a local appraiser; please visit www.appraisalinstitute.org

The National Association of Independent Fee Appraisers (NAIFA) is a nonprofit professional association of real estate appraisers.  In addition to a testing and certifying program, the organization “affords reasonable assurance to the general public of the professional expertise, integrity, and responsibility of the members of the National Association of Independent Fee Appraisers.” For more information, please visit www.naifa.com

The American Society of Appraisers (ASA) is an international organization of appraisal professionals and others interested in the appraisal profession.  Each member specializes in a specific field of appraisal.  Among its resources are tips on “appraisal basics,” various publications, and help finding an appraisal expert. Please visit www.appraisers.org