About the Partners
Australian Property Institute
Since 1926, API has been the trusted independent voice and heart of the property valuation profession. Today, we proudly represent a broad spectrum of property professionals.
As a member-first organisation, we provide specialised training and accreditation, industry-leading professional development, standards, and guidance, to ensure our members remain best in class and retain industry recognition.
API Members are integral to the billion-dollar property ecosystem and are seen as independent property experts who enhance fairness and safety for all.
World Association of Valuation Organisations
WAVO is an independent organisation that brings together global valuation professional organisations and represents valuers and related property consultants.
Our mission is to develop and enhance the valuation and related professions, ensure the provision of consistently high-quality services and bring uniformity to the public interest.
WAVO promotes best practices, supports robust and consistent standards, encourages higher education, and facilitates lifelong learning among its Members and their members.
International Association of Assessing Officers
The International Association of Assessing Officers (IAAO) is a nonprofit, educational, and research association. We are a professional membership organisation of government assessment officials and others interested in property tax administration. Founded in 1934, our membership spans more than 8,000 members worldwide from governmental, business, and academic communities.
IAAO is the preeminent source for innovation, education and research in property appraisal, assessment administration and property tax policy.
International Valuation Standards Council
The International Valuation Standards Council (IVSC) is a non-profit organisation dedicated to establishing and promoting global valuation standards to serve the public interest.
As the developer and setter of international technical and ethical standards for valuations we promote consistency and professionalism in the public interest.
Through supporting and enhancing valuation quality, the IVS contributes to stable financial markets and sustainable economic growth.
Property Institute of New Zealand
The Property Institute of New Zealand (PINZ) is one of New Zealand’s foremost membership organisations, representing more than 2,000 property professionals. PINZ leads conversation, comments on the property industry, fosters debate, provides advocacy and represents members on topical subjects and relevant issues.
Formed in 2000, PINZ offers a range of benefits, products, and services, including research, publications, networking, online resources, and continuing professional development (CPD).
The Institute is a leading professional body for standards, qualifications, and ethics. It works with government, industry, and other groups to promote the profession.
Our members play an active role in promoting professionalism, ethical conduct and innovative thinking.