Diego Sorroche Fraticelli, MBA, ABAR, BCA, CMEA, EPA, CGA, MIEDirector of the College of Ethics, Standards and Best Practices of Puerto Rico (CESBP)National Instructor of Uniform Standards for the Practice of the Profession of Professional Appraiser (USPAP), courses Laws andRegulations for Appraisers of Puerto Rico, The Appraiser as an Expert Witness, among others To begin […]

As business, real estate, personal property (M & E) appraisers and consultants, in solving the problems posed to us by our clients, our main goal is do it competently and ethically. We strive to provide services that are complete, relevant, reliable, correct, and credible. The institutions that certify us, such as the National Association of Certified Valuation Analysts (NACVA), The Institute of Business Appraisers (IBA) the Uniforms Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice (USPAP) the Instituto de Evaluadores de Puerto Rico (IEPR), and the Appraisal Board of Puerto Rico, work hard to enhance and uphold the highest standards of Professional Appraisal Practice, to which we must adhere to, including non-discriminatory and non-harassment policies.  

In the appraisal industry, maintaining the highest standards of professional ethics is paramount. Appraisers play a crucial role in providing accurate valuations and assessments of assets, ensuring transparency, fairness, and trust in various financial transactions. In this blog post, we will explore the importance of a robust code of ethics for appraisers, highlighting key principles