Appraisers of Personal and Business Property

Appraise and estimate the fair value of tangible personal or business property, such as jewelry, art, antiques, collectibles, and equipment. May also appraise land.

Interest Profile (RIASEC)

Key Tasks

Calculate the value of property based on comparisons to recent sales, estimated cost to reproduce, and anticipated property income streams.

Create and maintain a database of completed appraisals.

Determine the appropriate type of valuation to make, such as fair market, replacement, or liquidation, based on the needs of the property owner.

Document physical characteristics of property such as measurements, quality, and design.

Forecast the value of property.

Inspect personal or business property.

Locate and record data on sales of comparable property using specialized software, internet searches, or personal records.

Recommend loan amounts based on the value of property being used as collateral.

Take photographs of property.

Testify in court as to the value of a piece of tangible property.

Update appraisals when property has been improved, damaged, or has otherwise changed.

Verify that property matches legal descriptions or certifications.

Write and submit appraisal reports for property, such as jewelry, art, antiques, collectibles, and equipment.

Write descriptions of the property being appraised.

Technology Skills

Data base user interface and query software

Ascend Property Assessment
Bruno Realty eNeighboorhoods
Microsoft Access
Yardi software

Presentation software

Microsoft PowerPoint

Analytical or scientific software

Mass appraisal records system MARS
Wilson's Computer Applications RealEasy Appraisals
WinEstimator WinEst
WinGap

Financial analysis software

Cost estimating software
CPR Visual Estimator
HP 49G+ Appraiser Fee Calculator

Spreadsheet software

Microsoft Excel

Electronic mail software

Microsoft Outlook

Office suite software

Microsoft Office software

Operating system software

Microsoft Windows

Word processing software

Microsoft Word

Internet browser software

Web browser software

Detailed Work Activities

Appraise property values.

Write reports or evaluations.

Compile data or documentation.

Create databases to store electronic data.

Determine operational procedures.

Enter information into databases or software programs.

Forecast economic, political, or social trends.

Gather information in order to provide services to clients.

Implement financial decisions.

Inspect items for damage or defects.

Maintain data in information systems or databases.

Record images needed to address work issues.

Testify at legal or legislative proceedings.

Update computer database information.

Verify information or specifications.

Write informational material.

Job Zone

Job Zone Four: Considerable Preparation Needed

Most of these occupations require a four-year bachelor's degree, but some do not.

A considerable amount of work-related skill, knowledge, or experience is needed for these occupations. For example, an accountant must complete four years of college and work for several years in accounting to be considered qualified.

Employees in these occupations usually need several years of work-related experience, on-the-job training, and/or vocational training.

Many of these occupations involve coordinating, supervising, managing, or training others. Examples include real estate brokers, sales managers, database administrators, graphic designers, conservation scientists, art directors, and cost estimators.

SVP Range: (7.0 to < 8.0)