Ohio, occasionally called the âBuckeye State,â is the seventh most populous state in the great United States. Ohio has the tenth highest number of licensed real estate appraisers, with over 3,000 appraisers licensed in the state. Ohioâs Division of Real Estate & Professional Licensing is responsible for licensing real estate appraisers in Ohio. Many licensed appraisers carry Ohio Appraisers Errors and Omissions Insurance provided by OREP.
OREP specializes in placing professional liability insurance for Ohio real estate professionals. OREP offers the lowest rates on appraiserâs insurance with same day coverage & confirmation (most cases).
Appraisers Errors and Omissions Insurance for Ohio
OREP has served real estate appraisers in Ohio with E&O insurance and business-building benefits for over 22 years. *OREP Members enjoy comprehensive coverage at extremely competitive ratesâas well as unrivaled business support, including at no extra cost, State Board Complaint Consulting, 14 Hours of Appraiser CE (not approved in AK, IL, MN, and GA), guaranteed delivery of Working RE magazine, and much more!
Program Highlights
- $100,000 of Bodily Injury and Property Damage coverage (Click for Details)
- $200,000 of Discrimination Claim Coverage (Click for Details)
- Zero deductible available (most appraisers)
- Minimum Premiums start at $401
- Same day coverage (most cases)
- New Appraisers Qualify
- Includes Prior Acts
- Coverage for Commercial Work, Right of Way Appraisals, Desktop Appraisals, and more!
- Discounts on CE, training materials, webinars, office supplies and more!
- OREP Members enjoy many benefits, including a subscription to Working RE Magazine
- Same Day Financing Available (click for financing information)

Capilla is the nation’s foremost appraiser attorney and has handled nearly 1,000 appraiser cases in his career. He has extensive experience defending appraisers from lawsuits, state board complaints, and nowâHUD Fair Housing (Discrimination) complaints. Capilla began his legal career working for the state of Illinois as a real estate prosecutorâso he knows exactly what the investigation and disciplinary process looks like for appraisersâand how to best defend YOU.
SPECIAL FOR APPRAISERS: Free 14 Hours of CE ($238 Value)
As part of the OREP RPG/Risk Management Program, OREP Members can now enjoy 14 hours of Approved Continuing Education at no extra cost! Must be part of the OREP RPG/Risk Management Program. Click here for a list of Approved states.
Non-Lending Appraisal Assignments â 7 HOURS CE Explore the possibilities and requirements of non-lender appraisal work, including tax rebuttal, pre-purchase, pre-listing, divorce, estate, and IRS-related work. Learn how to complete non-lender work from start to finish. How to Raise Quality and Minimize Risk â 7 HOURS CE This course shows you what you can do to avoid claims, reduce liability, and enhance your understanding of the approved methodology, techniques and protocols for appraisals. Learn from real world claim scenarios to protect yourself. |  |
Enjoy these two valuable courses, earn 14 hours of Approved CE, and save $$$ when you join the OREP RPG/Risk Management Program this year!
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Financing is available – click here for details.
Got Questions? We answer the phone! Call us Toll Free: (888) 347-5273.
Important: If you have expiring insurance in place, please include a copy of your current Declarations page to retain prior acts coverage. Also, if you included a PO Box for your address on the application, you will need to list a physical address as well (required by the underwriter.) Please send to the fax number or email address indicated at the top of the application you complete. If you have any questions, please call us at 888-347-5273, 8-5 PST. We answer the phone!
What to Expect After Submission:
A confirmation will be emailed within 24 hours if your application is received and correct. If not correct, you will be called immediately. If you do not receive confirmation after 24 hours, please call us (check email junk/spam first). If your current policy is expiring, please call to confirm immediately after submission. Your new
Ohio Appraisers Errors and Omissions insurance policy/declarations page will be emailed within 1-2 business days after payment has been processed. Coverage is NOT bound until a binder/declarations page is issued.
Contact OREP
OREP Insurance Services, LLC. Calif. Lic. #0K99465
6353 El Cajon Blvd, Suite 124-605
San Diego, CA 92115
Ph. (888) 347-5273 toll free
Email: info@orep.org
Fax:Â (708) 570-5786
Hours: Monday – Friday from 8am – 8pm EST
Additional Information for
Ohio Appraisers
Ohio State Appraisal Board
Division of Real Estate & Professional Licensing
77 S. High Street, 20th Floor
Columbus, OH 43215-6133
http://www.com.ohio.gov/real/
Phone: 614-466-4100
Fax: 614-644-0584
Superintendent: Anne Petit
webreal@com.state.oh.us
Appraiser Associations in Ohio
Ohio Coalition of Appraisal Professionals
Ohio Chapter of National Association of Independent Fee Appraisers
Ohio Chapter of the Appraisal Institute
Ohio Continuing Education
Ohio Appraisers are required to take 14 hours of Continuing Education for renewal every year. The 7-Hour USPAP Update must be completed every 2 years. There are no restrictions in Ohio about how many hours may be completed online.
OREP Insurance Services, LLC Calif. Lic. #0K99465
Please call for license number in your state.
Offering Appraisers E&O Insurance for Real Estate Appraisers â Home Inspectorâs Professional Liability Errors and Omissions Insurance â or E&O Insurance for Real Estate Agents & Brokers Professional Liability or Private Investigator Liability Insurance
Email:Â info@orep.org
Mailing Address:
6353 El Cajon Blvd, Suite 124-605
San Diego, CA 92115
Offering Real Estate Appraisers Professional Liability Errors and Omissions or E&O Insurance – Inspectors Professional Liability Errors Omissions or E&O Insurance for Real Estate Agents & Brokers Professional Liability or E&O Insurance- Mortgage Brokers and Bankers Professional Liability or E&O Insurance.
*Member Benefits part of OREP Membership. Min. Membership fee of $60. Insurance provided through the OREP Risk Purchasing Group. Membership products available for purchase separately.*