The Appraisal Foundation (TAF) updates appraisers on the industry’s latest news by way of a monthly newsletter. TAF President Kelly Davids offered these observations.
For this update, Davids focused on an exciting upcoming event TAF’s Industry Advisory Council (IAC) is hosting in conjunction with their spring meeting in Miami, Fla.
“On Thursday March 26, the IAC will host Exploring the Appraisal Profession, an interactive conversation and networking opportunity at Florida Memorial University,” Davids said. “This event is open to students from across the city, including Florida International University which has an Appraiser Qualifications Board approved real estate degree, veterans and active-duty service members from nearby Homestead Air Reserve Base, and community members.”
This event is a chance for the IAC to introduce the appraisal profession to young people from across Miami. Speakers will focus on the benefits of a career in appraisal as well as how to enter the profession, then attendees can mingle with IAC members to receive further insights into the appraisal field.
“This is the second such outreach event that the IAC has hosted, and it seems they're just getting started,” Davids added. “With generous contributions from CBRE, Opteon, Property Sciences Group, and anonymous supporters, the IAC is planning to continue holding events like this one for aspiring appraisers across the country. We are so grateful for their support in making these events possible.”
In closing, Davids said it is “thrilling” to see the TAF councils spearheading efforts to draw aspiring appraisers to the profession.
“Appraisers are innovative problem solvers, and I look forward to meeting this next generation of professionals in Miami this month,” Davids added.