Tennessee Real Estate Appraiser Commission approves new practicum for aspiring appraisers

The Tennessee Real Estate Appraiser Commission convened on April 21, 2025, to discuss various agenda items, including the approval of a new practicum pathway for appraisers. The meeting began with a roll call confirming a quorum, followed by the adoption of the agenda, which included an amendment to add a legal report.

The commission reviewed and approved the minutes from the previous meeting. Following this, the members discussed experience interviews for appraiser upgrades. Several candidates were recommended for approval, including William Mayfield and Scott Fonzie for certified general appraiser status, along with others for various certifications. All recommendations were unanimously approved.

The education report highlighted that all items were approved except for the practical appraiser training program, which was set for further discussion. The education committee, led by Dr. Sunderman, met earlier that day and recommended the approval of the practicum proposal, emphasizing its importance in providing an additional pathway for aspiring appraisers to enter the profession.

After a thorough discussion, a motion was made to recommend the approval of the practicum to the full board, which received a second and was passed without opposition. The meeting concluded with a reminder of the public comment period scheduled for later in the session.

Overall, the commission's meeting focused on enhancing pathways for appraisers and ensuring the integrity of the profession through rigorous approval processes. The next steps will involve presenting the approved practicum to the full board for final endorsement.