Out-of-state appraisers can get temporary New Hampshire credentials

Apprentices must work under a New Hampshire certified appraiser who meets the stated experience and discipline requirements. This applies to apprentice appraisers working toward another appraiser classification. A supervisor must have been certified for at least two years. A supervisor must not have had disciplinary action described in RSA 310-B:5-a in any jurisdiction during the three years before approval to supervise. The supervisor requirement applies until the apprentice meets the requirements for licensure or certification.

Appraisers may count approved educational work toward continuing education, up to half of the required hours. This applies to people meeting continuing education requirements for an appraiser license or certification. The program must be board-approved and relate to real estate appraisal theory, practices, or techniques. The appraiser must participate in a way other than as a student. The law took effect July 7, 2026.

The office must issue a temporary license or certificate after receiving an application and fee. This applies to people licensed or certified as real estate appraisers in another jurisdiction who apply in New Hampshire. The applicant must already hold an appraiser license or certificate from another jurisdiction. The application must comply with rules adopted by the board. The law took effect July 7, 2026.