Using home inspector and appraisal hours toward Real Estate Prof

[Michael Overall]

I have done some research and found several things (broker, flipping etc) that count towards Real Estate Professional (REP) tax status. I was looking specifically for using hours conducting real estate appraisals or home inspections, does anyone have any credible information if these hours are allowed or not?

Thanks in advance, I am wondering if this is a method to be able help obtain REP status.

Mike