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Appraisers of Personal and Business Property

What they do:

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

On the job, you would:
  • 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.
On the job, you'll need:

Conventional

People interested in this work like activities that include data, detail, and regular routines.

Data base user interface and query software

  • Microsoft Access
  • Yardi software

Presentation software

  • Microsoft PowerPoint

Analytical or scientific software

  • WinEstimator WinEst
  • WinGap

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Job Outlook

The job outlook for this position is Bright.

New job opportunities are very likely in the future. This career will grow rapidly in the next few years.

Median Annual Salary: $61,560