The Texas Appraiser Licensing and Certification Board (TALCB) continues making improvements, meeting goals, and gaining efficiencies. In 2024, the successes of the Board were recognized far beyond Texas. Much of this is due to the leadership of outgoing TALCB Chair Sara Oates, who is concluding her six-year term in 2025.

In anticipation of my official term ending in late January 2025, I wanted to take a moment to reflect and give thanks to all who have made my five years as Board Chair one of the most rewarding experiences of my life.

In 2019 when I was appointed, it came sort of as a surprise to me, but being a fourth-generation Texan and a second-generation appraiser, it made perfect sense. I have been honored to serve both my state and my community.

The Texas Appraiser Licensing & Certification Board (TALCB) met August 16 to consider adopting amendments to one rule and proposing amendments to eight others. The highlights also include an update on the new and continually improving Practical Applications of Real Estate Appraisal (PAREA) from the mouth of its only current provider, the Appraisal Institute (AI).

The Appraisal Foundation is conducting its second demographic survey of appraiser professionals, and they need to hear from Texans! Respondents do not have to provide their email or other identifying information. Complete the survey by March 13, 2024. Survey results will be presented during the Appraisal Foundation’s Board of Trustees meeting in May.