MARQUETTE — Catherine J Quayle of Marquette, a certified residential appraiser, has earned the Residential Accredited Appraiser designation from the National Association of REALTORS.

Quayle, an appraiser since 1997, holds membership in the National Association of REALTORS®, and is affiliated with Appraisal Associates of Marquette, an Appraisal Company specializing in Residential and Commercial Valuations. She is also a member of the Michigan Association of REALTORS and the North Central Association of REALTORS.

The RAA designation is awarded on an ongoing basis throughout the year and recognizes a high level of professionalism and commitment to the industry by members of NAR who meet specified qualifications.

Program qualifications to earn a designation include membership in NAR, successful completion of several educational requirements, experience in the industry and state certification.

NAR’s Appraisal Designation Program has been designating members since 1994.