Candidate for Designation
$515 / Yr
For individuals seeking Appraisal Institute Designated membership. Open to Certified Real Property Appraisers, Tax Assessors, Appraisal Reviewers, approved Master's Degree Program enrollees or graduates, and holders of approved designations with other organizations (AACI/CRA, CCIM, CAE/IAAO, RES, IFA, RPRA, and others), and faculty.
Explore Membership Benefits
Join a community dedicated to maintaining the highest standards in property valuation across Hawaii and the Pacific region.
Practicing Affiliate
$400 / Yr
For individuals interested in affiliation with the Appraisal Institute but not yet ready to pursue designated membership. Our recommended category for Licensed or Certified Residential Real Property Appraisers looking to expand their practice beyond the mortgage industry. Open to all valuers of real property—including Licensed Appraisers, Trainee/Registered/Provisional Appraisers, Appraisal Reviewers, Tax Assessors, Consultants, Analysts, and Appraisal Data Technicians.
Affiliate
$255 / Yr
For those interested in real property valuation who do not value real property themselves. Open to Bankers, Lawyers, Accountants, Consultants, Developers, Financial Planners, Government Officials, Investors, Real Estate Brokers, Researchers, and Vendors—anyone interested in property economics but not providing services as a valuer.
Student Affiliate
Free
For college, university, or high school students who do not currently practice real property valuation.
Professional Designations
MAI
We recognize the MAI designation as the global mark of excellence in commercial property valuation. Our members with this credential provide authoritative analysis for multi-family complexes, retail centers, and industrial portfolios throughout Hawaii and the Pacific region, ensuring our clients receive the highest standard of professional service.
SRA
Our residential specialists hold the SRA designation, signifying documented expertise in one-to-four-unit property valuation. We ensure these professionals meet the highest rigor of residential market analysis, providing critical insights for homeowners and financial institutions across the islands.
AI-GRS
The AI-GRS designation is held by our general appraisal review specialists. We rely on their expertise to verify the integrity and accuracy of complex commercial appraisal reports, safeguarding the credibility of valuations for developers, banks, and public agencies.
AI-RRS
Our residential review specialists hold the AI-RRS designation, the gold standard in appraisal verification. We provide these experts to safeguard the valuation process for residential properties, ensuring every report meets the technical requirements and ethical standard of care expected by our profession.