Representing the top independent personal property
appraisers in the US and Canada.
ISA member benefits
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Advance your career by earning your ISA credentials, signifying to your clients, business contacts, and the public that you are among the highest-trained personal property appraisers. |
Get help when you need it. Access a network of support with your appraisal industry peers through ISA's online forum, courses and events. |
Appear on the Find an ISA Member directory for client referrals, use the Job Board for new assignments and assistance, and take advantage of toolkit resources to market your business. |
Gain access to advanced training courses in appraising, only available to ISA members. |
Increase your value through membership and advancement
Professional advancement and requalification is important to provide the public with appraisers they can trust.
Member
Professional Designation: ISA
Signifies you have completed core ISA training in appraisal theory, methodology, ethics, and report-writing standards.
Apply for membershipAccredited Member
Professional Designation: ISA AM
Official designation of a qualified ISA appraiser with a declared specialty and significant, appraisal-related experience.
Certified Member
Professional Designation: ISA CAPP
The highest achievement and level of credentialing in the industry of personal property appraising, signifying advanced appraisal methodology, expertise and professional development.
- Other membership options:
- Student Affiliate
- Life Member
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Spotlight
Matthew W. Hill
ISA member since February 2022
I have a Masters and a PhD in organology, the academic study of musical instruments. I appraise musical instruments of all types and time periods. I specialize in instruments with celebrity associations. If it makes a sound, I can probably help you.
(949) 339-7147
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Is it the training, the exposure on the ISA website, or the support of your fellow appraiser members? See why these personal property appraisers decided to become and stay members of ISA.
From the ISA Now Blog
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Announcing ISA’s 2025 Board of Directors
Monday, September 16, 2024
Voting for ISA's 2024-2025 Board of Directors has ended and we would like to congratulate our recently elected members.
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There's only one DC!
Tuesday, July 02, 2024
Start planning an unforgettable experience in the nation's capital when ISA visits DC for Assets 2025. Check out the dozens of things to do, explore wondrous neighborhoods, cultural hotspots, museum marvels, plus a dining scene filled with Michelin-approved restaurants, rooftop bars and beer gardens. Do it all in the only place you can. Get ready for an exciting Assets 2025!
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Why Join a Local ISA Chapter?
Tuesday, June 18, 2024
There are many benefits for ISA members at all accreditation levels to join a local Chapter. The ISA is a vast community of international personal property appraisers and they created a Chapter Manual to help. Have you considered joining a Chapter to help further your appraisal practice? Here are some benefits to consider:
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Congratulating the 2024 ISA Award Winners
Friday, May 31, 2024
The ISA Annual Awards Program gives us the opportunity to recognize individuals who have gone above and beyond to help strengthen the mission of ISA and the personal property appraising profession. ISA would like to give a huge thank you to the board, committee members, members, and staff for their hard work in keeping ISA running smoothly throughout the year. The effort and commitment to ISA have not gone unnoticed.