Price It Yourself! The Definitive, Down-to-earth Guide to Appraising Antiques and Collectibles in your Home, at Auctions, Estate Sales, Shops, and Yard Sales

Four national associations of real estate appraisers have asked Congress for major regulatory reforms in the wake of an Associated Press investigation that identified key failings within the existing system.

Led by the Chicago-based Appraisal Institute, the groups said Wednesday they want the Congress to approve more money so that state appraisal boards can boost enforcement efforts. They also called on lawmakers to increase the oversight authority of the federal agency charged with monitoring the appraisal industry.

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