http://www.appraisalfoundation.org
This not-for-profit organization provides information on national standards and qualifications for appraisers, and publishes the Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice (USPAP).
http://www.appraisalinstitute.org
The Appraisal Institute is an international membership association of professional real estate appraisers, with more than 21,000 members and 99 chapters throughout the United States, Canada and abroad. The Appraisal Institute is the acknowledged worldwide leader in residential and commercial real estate appraisal education, research, publishing and professional membership designation programs (MAI, SRA and SRPA).
This website provides information on local education, events and employment opportunities for appraisers and those interested in entering the appraisal profession.
OREA is responsible for real estate appraiser licensing in the state of California. The department is part of the Business, Transportation and Housing Agency. OREA’s website includes information on education, experience and examination requirements for those interested in becoming licensed appraisers.
http://www.bizjournals.com/sacramento
This publication provides business and real estate news and special reports in the greater Sacramento region.