Valuation Specialist, Commercial Appraiser

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Texas.

📋 Description

• Prepare comprehensive commercial real estate appraisal reports autonomously from beginning to end.

• Establish the appropriate scope of work based on client objectives, which may include financing, estate considerations, reporting, investment, or sales.

• Choose and implement Cost, Sales Comparison, and Income Capitalization methodologies.

• Conduct market studies, assess highest and best use, and perform feasibility analyses.

• Research, validate, and evaluate sales, listings, rents, operational data, zoning, land use, and ownership details.

• Inspect the subject and comparable properties while conducting market interviews.

• Employ Argus and third-party databases to substantiate valuation conclusions.

• Maintain effective communication with clients and internal team members throughout the assignment process.

• Ensure adherence to USPAP, FIRREA, and specific client requirements.

• Contribute to AEI’s internal comparable database and quality assurance initiatives.

• Provide mentorship to junior appraisers and analysts when appropriate.

• Oversee assignments from initial engagement to final delivery.

• Collaborate with in-house specialists in environmental, property condition, zoning, surveying, and other pertinent areas.

• Support the ongoing development of AEI’s valuation platform.

⛳️ Requirements

• 0-2 years of experience in commercial real estate appraisal.

• State Certified General Real Estate Appraiser certification is mandatory.

• MAI designation is preferred but not essential.

• In-depth understanding of valuation theory, financial analysis, and appraisal reporting.

• Proficiency in MS Office, various comparable databases, and AI-enabled workflows.

• Excellent written, verbal, and analytical abilities, emphasizing client communication.

• Bachelor’s degree is required.

• Capability to travel independently.

• Ability to lift and/or transport up to 25 pounds.

• Willingness to work both indoors and outdoors in various weather conditions.

• Compliance with USPAP and FIRREA regulations is essential.

🏝️ Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage.

• Paid time off and sick leave benefits.

• Life, short-term, and long-term disability insurance options.

• 401(k) retirement savings plan.

• Employee referral bonus program available.

• Commuter tax and dependent care benefits offered.

• Complimentary access to AEI’s Donner Lake condo in Truckee, CA.

• Fee split aimed at achieving $250,000+ in annual production.

• $65,000 base draw against production earnings.