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From the Chair - March 2021
Submitted by Christine Anderson on Mon, 2021-03-08 12:05As I think about the 6,000 appraisers in the state of Texas, I find myself hopeful that you all have been able to stay safe and persevere through these last 12 months. I am cautiously optimistic that we are heading into the final phase of this challenging time and that brighter days are ahead. I look forward to the day that I can come to your part of the state, meet you all in person and hear from you directly.
TALCB Receives Appraisal Subcommittee Grant
Submitted by Christine Anderson on Mon, 2021-02-22 15:00The Texas Appraiser Licensing & Certification Board (TALCB) has been awarded the State Appraiser Regulatory Agencies Support Grant by the Appraisal Subcommittee (ASC). The ASC has allocated more than $10 million for distribution over three years, with funding provided on an annual basis. This grant is available to all 50 states, the District of Columbia, the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico, the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands, Guam, and the United States Virgin Islands. In this first year, TALCB was awarded $120,000.
TALCB Board and AMC Committee Appointments Announced
Submitted by Christine Anderson on Wed, 2021-02-10 12:48AUSTIN, TX – The Texas Appraiser Licensing and Certification Board (TALCB) is pleased to announce the reappointment of Chance Bolton and Martha Gayle Reid Lynch and the appointment of Paola E. Castillo to the Board, with terms set to expire January 31, 2027. Additionally, Lisa J. Rodriguez and John H. Eichelberger, III have been reappointed to the TALCB Appraisal Management Companies Advisory Committee for a term set to expire January 31, 2023.
From the Commissioner - February 2021
Submitted by Christine Anderson on Mon, 2021-02-08 14:27Happy February to all of you. This month we have passed the one-year mark since the first cases of COVID-19 were reported in the US. Much has changed in the last year, but I am proud of our team. I genuinely hope that 2021 brings us all peace and a shift towards more time with family and friends.
From the Commissioner - January 2021
Submitted by Christine Anderson on Tue, 2021-01-12 09:48Happy New Year! I hope you all had a safe and happy holiday. I anticipated the start of 2021 with great excitement, as I expect many of you did as well.
Legislative Session Kick-Off
The 87th Texas Legislature begins today, Tuesday, January 12. We are tracking filed bills and have a system to review all bills that have a potential impact on our work or that of our license holders. This will be a unique session, but only time will tell what it may look like. I encourage you to follow along and participate in the process.
From the Commissioner - October 2020
Submitted by Christine Anderson on Wed, 2020-10-07 17:00October is here. It is finally cooling off outside and the hints of fall in the air give me a spirit of optimism for our future. I hope that is true for you too.
AMC Committee Appointments Announced
Submitted by Christine Anderson on Thu, 2020-09-24 09:00AUSTIN, TX - The Texas Appraiser Licensing & Certification Board (TALCB) is pleased to announce the appointment of Julia Hayes and the reappointment of David Mentesana to the Appraisal Management Company (AMC) Advisory Committee with terms to expire in January 2022. The Vice-Chair of TALCB, Martha Gayle Reid Lynch, will continue to serve as the chair of the AMC Advisory Committee. This committee advises the Board on all matters related to the regulation of Appraisal Management Companies.
Reminder: TALCB No Longer Accepting Walk Ins
Submitted by Christine Anderson on Tue, 2020-09-01 22:49TALCB has temporarily closed lobby access to members of the public. Our highest priority is the health and well-being of the consumers of Texas and our staff. The agency will remain open to provide assistance via phone and email.
The contact center hours of operation are 7:00am to 6:00pm, Monday-Friday. Please call 512-936-3000 to speak to a representative.