What must an appraiser do if they disagree with a supervising appraiser's changes to their report?

An appraiser who disagrees with a supervising appraiser's changes to their report must not sign the certification. The certification signifies the appraiser's agreement with the contents of the report, including any alterations that have been made. By refusing to sign, the appraiser communicates that they cannot endorse the report due to discrepancies with their original conclusions or findings. This action upholds the integrity of both the appraiser's professional opinion and the credibility of the appraisal process itself.

Maintaining such standards is crucial because an appraiser is ultimately accountable for their work and must ensure that any final report accurately reflects their own analysis and judgment. If the appraiser believes that the changes misrepresent the value or other important aspects of the appraisal, not signing helps prevent potential misrepresentation and protects the appraiser from liability associated with a report they did not fully endorse.