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Appraisal and Valuation Services Office

The core purpose of AVSO is to deliver competent and credible appraisal and valuation services to its clients and other stakeholders. The AVSO organization-wide philosophy is the shared understanding of its fiscal and fiduciary responsibility to the Department, its clients, and the American taxpayer. AVSO’s mission integrity is defined by providing independent services in an efficient and timely manner in accordance with the highest professional and ethical standards.

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AVIS Updates
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Red rock formations
AVSO is preparing to launch its new primary case management tool, the Appraisal and Valuation Information System (AVIS). Check here for the latest information and updates.
Office of the Associate Deputy Director
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Large mountain looming in the distance
The Office of the Associate Deputy Director supports and promotes the operation of tribal appraisal programs through self-governance or self-determination and provides guidance and technical assistance for program success.
Office of the Principal Deputy Director
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Body of water near pine trees
The Office of the Principal Deputy Director serves AVSO with governance, records management, training, FOIA response, and special projects.
Business Services Office
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A cairn in the foreground with desert and blue sky in the background
The Business Services Office is responsible for a variety of crosscutting business and administrative functions that directly affect AVSO’s ability to fulfill its mission.
Division of Minerals Evaluation
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Colorful stones in crystal clear river water
The Division of Minerals Evaluation provides unbiased mineral assessments and market analyses.
Federal Lands Division
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River winds through a lush green forest
The Federal Lands Division supports the U.S. Department of the Interior agencies with their valuation needs in realty actions.
Indian Trust Property Valuation Division
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A road winds through a hillside towards an enormous white mountain
The Indian Trust Property Valuation Division provides appraisals, appraisal reviews, and appraisal consulting of real property interests on trust and restricted lands.
Land Buy-Back Program Valuation Division
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A lone green tree amidst desert brush
The Land Buy-Back Program Valuation Division provides mass appraisals, individual site-specific appraisals, and appraisal reviews of real property interests on trust and restricted lands in accordance with the Cobell Settlement Agreement.
Technical Services Division
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A calm river flanked by trees
The Technical Services Division develops valuation policy, procedures, and reporting systems within AVSO.
Photo Gallery
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Federal Lands Division Project Gallery