For 76 years, the Appraisal Institute has been an acknowledged leader in residential and commercial appraisal education, research, publishing, and professional membership designation programs. Our members are recognized for their outstanding experience and knowledge of real estate valuation, and maintain impeccable integrity by adhering to high standards of ethics.

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2007 Was An Important Anniversary Year.
2008 Will Be Even Better!
The members of the Hampton Roads Chapter of the Appraisal Institute celebrated the 400th Anniversary of the founding of Jamestown during 2007.



Settled in 1607, Jamestown was the first permanent English settlement in the Americas. It is our nation's birthplace. Traditions established at Jamestown - including representative government, the rule of law, and free enterprise - form the basis of American culture today. And it all happened right in our own backyard - in Hampton Roads, Virginia.



In 2007, the Appraisal Institute celebrated its 75th anniversary as the world’s leading organization of professional real estate appraisers. For three-quarters of a century, the Appraisal Institute has led the way in fostering and promoting the highest standards of practice among real estate appraisers in the United States and, more recently, abroad.

Special events and programs were held all across the country during our anniversary year. With a theme of "Celebrating our History, Valuing the Future," our celebration provided a year long opportunity to shine the spotlight on our accomplishments and our future plans.