Build your appraisal career with a team behind you.
Whether you are already licensed, ready to train others or just starting out, RSDS gives you mentorship, technology and steady work from top mortgage clients.
Every stage of an appraisal career.
Staff Appraiser
Complete residential assignments with the support of a national firm, competitive compensation and benefits.
Learn moreCertified Appraiser Trainer
Lead and mentor a team of trainees to certification. $120,000+ compensation package.
Learn moreAppraisal Trainee
Paid training with a dedicated certified mentor. Training and licensing costs paid by RSDS.
Learn moreAppraisalU
A practicum program that fulfills experience hours for licensing, Monday to Thursday mornings.
Learn moreMilitary Service Member
Transition into a civilian appraisal career during your last 180 days of service.
Learn moreAppraisal Internship
A 10 to 16 week paid internship in Kansas City or Phoenix, shadowing certified appraisers.
Learn moreAdministrative Roles
Keep orders moving and clients informed as part of our operations team.
Learn moreAppraise. We handle the rest.
RSDS appraisers are employees. The costs and overhead that independent appraisers carry alone are on us.
W-2 employment
Hourly pay plus commission, not a 1099 fee split.
Health coverage
Medical, vision and dental benefits.
Protection
Short- and long-term disability and life insurance.
401(k)
Build retirement savings as an employee.
Licensing and education paid
Continuing education and licensing fees covered.
MLS and E&O covered
Multiple Listing Service access and E&O insurance provided.
Full software stack
Form-filling, data analysis and review software provided and supported.
A support team
Payroll, bookkeeping, order processing, client engagement and appraisal support handled for you.
Four steps to becoming a licensed appraiser.
Licensing requirements vary by state. Look up your state.
Find a supervisor or a practicum
Under the traditional model you must find a certified supervisor willing to train you. RSDS and AppraisalU pair you with experienced certified appraisers.
Complete qualifying education
Register for and complete the AQB-qualifying education courses required by your state.
Apply to your state board
Submit your trainee and licensing applications. Our instructors help you get every requirement right.
Pass the state exam
Prepare with guidance and premier exam-prep resources, with personal coaching if you need a second attempt.
Hear it from our appraisers.
Trainees, trainers and graduates on what it is like to build a career at RSDS.
Ready to take the next step?
Apply online in a few minutes. Our recruitment team will be in touch.