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Appraisers and Assessors of Real Estate

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

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Preparation level

Job Zone 4
Usually requires considerable preparation, commonly a bachelor's degree and related experience.
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Leading skill

Reading Comprehension
A highly important skill for Appraisers and Assessors of Real Estate.
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Core knowledge

English Language
A leading knowledge area used in Appraisers and Assessors of Real Estate.
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Career interest

Conventional
One of the strongest interest themes associated with this work.
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Typical work activity

Getting Information
One of the occupation's most important kinds of work.
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Day-to-day work

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

12 tools listed
Examples: Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office software, Microsoft Outlook. 5 are marked in demand.
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What the work involves

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Essential skills

  1. 1Reading Comprehension
  2. 2Active Listening
  3. 3Critical Thinking
  4. 4Speaking
  5. 5Writing
  6. 6Monitoring

Knowledge areas

  1. 1English Language
  2. 2Mathematics
  3. 3Building and Construction
  4. 4Customer and Personal Service
  5. 5Computers and Electronics
  6. 6Economics and Accounting

Abilities

  1. 1Near Vision
  2. 2Oral Comprehension
  3. 3Speech Recognition
  4. 4Oral Expression
  5. 5Speech Clarity
  6. 6Written Comprehension

Career interests

  1. 1Conventional
  2. 2Enterprising
  3. 3Investigative
  4. 4Realistic
  5. 5Social
  6. 6Artistic

Work styles

  1. 1Attention to Detail
  2. 2Integrity
  3. 3Dependability
  4. 4Cautiousness
  5. 5Self-Confidence
  6. 6Achievement Orientation

Work activities

  1. 1Getting Information
  2. 2Working with Computers
  3. 3Analyzing Data or Information
  4. 4Processing Information
  5. 5Documenting/Recording Information
  6. 6Interpreting the Meaning of Information for Others

Work context

  1. 1E-Mail
  2. 2Telephone Conversations
  3. 3Importance of Being Exact or Accurate
  4. 4Time Pressure
  5. 5Freedom to Make Decisions
  6. 6Determine Tasks, Priorities and Goals

Representative 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.

Software and tools

Microsoft Excel · in demandMicrosoft Office software · in demandMicrosoft Outlook · in demandMicrosoft PowerPoint · in demandMicrosoft Word · in demandYardi software · hot technologyMicrosoft Access · hot technologyGoogle Workspace software · hot technologyApple iOS · hot technologyMicrosoft Windows · hot technologyManatron ProVal PlusManufacturing Technology Costimater

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