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Your Trusted Voice in REVAA
Established in 2010, REVAA serves as the leading advocate for the residential real estate valuation industry, representing appraisal management companies and valuation providers. Our organization actively engages in shaping public policy to ensure the availability, efficiency, and reliability of real estate valuation services. We uphold industry professionalism through high-quality standards, ethical conduct, and safeguarding appraiser independence. REVAA supports appraiser recruitment, training, and continuing education while facilitating timely payments for professionals in the field.Our members adhere to strict compliance with federal and state regulations, maintaining integrity in all operations. Through collaboration with stakeholders including homeowners, appraisers, mortgage lenders, and policymakers, we drive innovation and ensure consumer safety in valuation practices. Our leadership in advocacy has earned recognition from Congress, federal agencies, and state appraisal boards, solidifying our role as a trusted voice in the industry.
Services
Industry Advocacy
Background Checks
Training Resources
Compliance Support
Appraiser Networking
Details
- Year established: 2010
Highlights and features
- We advocate for responsible public policy shaping the future of real estate valuation.
- Our members uphold high professional standards and ethical conduct in all valuations.
- We implement rigorous background checks for appraisers to ensure consumer safety.
- Our organization provides critical training and continuing education resources for appraisers.
- We maintain compliance with all federal and state regulations in valuation practices.
Services
Industry Advocacy
REVAA actively engages in legislative and regulatory advocacy to shape policies affecting residential real estate valuation. We collaborate with policymakers to ensure fair, responsible regulations that maintain industry viability. Our efforts protect appraiser independence while promoting compliance with federal and state laws.
Background Checks
We facilitate rigorous background checks for appraisers and real estate professionals through approved vendors like Sterling Talent Solutions. This ensures consumer safety and quality control in valuation services. Members use these checks to maintain compliant and trustworthy professional panels.
Training Resources
REVAA members provide access to continuing education and training programs through partnerships with The Appraisal Foundation and state boards. These resources support appraiser recruitment, skill development, and adherence to evolving industry standards like USPAP.
Compliance Support
We help members navigate complex compliance requirements through best practices and policy guidance. Our advocacy ensures alignment with federal regulations while addressing state-specific legal challenges in the valuation industry.
Appraiser Networking
REVAA fosters collaboration among appraisal management companies, lenders, and professionals. Our network enables sharing of best practices, compliance strategies, and innovative valuation solutions to enhance industry standards nationwide.
People
Jeff Dickstein
President
President of REVAA and executive at Stewart Valuation Intelligence, Jeff leads strategic advocacy efforts for the residential valuation industry while overseeing appraisal technology innovations.
Ed Austin
Treasurer
As Treasurer and executive at SingleSource, Ed manages financial strategy for REVAA while ensuring compliance with regulatory frameworks governing appraisal management operations.
Mark Schiffman
Secretary
REVAA Secretary and industry veteran Mark oversees organizational operations, coordinates policy initiatives, and serves as primary contact for membership development and advocacy programs.
Duane Andrews
Board Member
Board member and executive at Clear Capital, Duane contributes expertise in valuation technology and compliance strategies to shape industry standards and policy positions.
Eric Evans
Board Member
As ServiceLink executive and REVAA board member, Eric focuses on payment processing efficiency and compliance frameworks for appraisal services across residential lending markets.
Questions
What is REVAA's primary mission?
REVAA advocates for the residential real estate valuation industry, promoting professional standards, appraiser independence, and responsible public policy.
How can appraisers work with REVAA members?
Appraisers must contact individual REVAA member companies directly to join their panels and complete required background checks through approved vendors.
Does REVAA offer training programs?
Yes, members provide access to appraisal training resources through partnerships with The Appraisal Foundation and state appraisal boards.
What compliance support does REVAA provide?
We offer policy guidance, best practices, and advocacy to help members navigate federal and state regulations in valuation services.
How does REVAA protect appraiser independence?
Our advocacy efforts ensure compliance with laws safeguarding appraisal independence while promoting ethical valuation practices across the industry.
