re: Thoughts on Becoming a Commercial Real Estate Appraiser?

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At one point I was working towards a designation, but it went by the wayside due to the time demand and the constant cost of living What do you mean by this? MAI? What extra benefit would that actually provide over the General license?

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Yes - was working towards MAI. Was in the middle of demo report, but it was just too time-consuming with work constraints and bills.

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I absolutely love being my own boss, choosing my assignments, and coming & going as I please quick question on this, do you work from home? or do you have an office?

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I work in a very small office with an older guy. He supplies everything (computer, subscriptions, biz hub, supplies) for a percentage of everything I bill out. If he kicked the bucket tomorrow, I'd have to make the decision to set up shop at home or rent space with another appraiser. Most guys/gals that I know that have gone out on their own in recent years have just set up shop at home. My only fear is distractions - cut the grass, cook, etc. instead of working on appraisals if I were at home.