What is the difference between an SLA, a CRA, and a CGA?
The State of Hawaii defines an appraiser with an SLA (State Licensed Appraiser) license as capable of appraising NON COMPLEX 1-4 unit properties only. Lenders generally use a transaction value of under $1,000,000. For any properties that are complex and/or have a transaction value of over $1,000,000 a CRA (Certified Residential Appraiser) must be used. Appraisers must have more experience and take more classroom hours of education to qualify for the CRA designation. Properties with more than 4 units and commercial properties must be appraised by a CGA (Certified General Appraiser).