Who maintains the official national registry of state-certified and licensed appraisers?

The Appraisal Subcommittee (ASC) is responsible for maintaining the official national registry of state-certified and licensed appraisers. This registry is critical for ensuring that appraisers who conduct evaluations for federally related transactions meet the necessary qualifications as set by federal law. The ASC oversees the enforcement of standards for appraisers, which helps promote consistency and reliability in appraisal practices across all states.

In contrast, other organizations like the Federal Housing Administration (FHA) focus on housing assistance and related policy, while the Appraisal Standards Board (ASB) develops and publishes standards for appraisals but does not maintain the registry. The National Association of Realtors (NAR) is a trade organization that represents real estate professionals, but it does not play a role in the state licensing or certification of appraisers.