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Appraisers and Assessors of Real Estate

Job Zone 4 - Considerable preparation needed

Appraise real estate, exclusively, and estimate its fair value. May assess taxes in accordance with prescribed schedules.

Pay & job outlook

We don't have national pay or outlook data for this role yet.

Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, OEWS and Employment Projections.

Top skills
Reading ComprehensionCritical ThinkingActive ListeningWritingSpeakingComplex Problem SolvingJudgment and Decision MakingCoordinationMonitoringActive Learning
Top knowledge areas
English LanguageMathematicsBuilding and ConstructionCustomer and Personal ServiceEconomics and AccountingComputers and ElectronicsAdministration and ManagementLaw and Government
Core tasks

Compute final estimation of property values, taking into account such factors as depreciation, replacement costs, value comparisons of similar properties, and income potential.

Prepare written reports that estimate property values, outline methods by which the estimations were made, and meet appraisal standards.

Photograph interiors and exteriors of properties to assist in estimating property value, substantiate findings, and complete appraisal reports.

Search public records for transactions such as sales, leases, and assessments.

Obtain county land values and sales information about nearby properties to aid in establishment of property values.

Maintain familiarity with aspects of local real estate markets.

Inspect properties, considering factors such as market value, location, and building or replacement costs to determine appraisal value.

Collect and analyze relevant data to identify real estate market trends.

Frequently asked questions

What education is typically required for Appraisers and Assessors of Real Estate?

Typical entry-level education: Job Zone 4 - Considerable preparation needed.