Appraisers and Assessors of Real Estate

Job zone 4: considerable preparationO*NET 13-2023.00

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

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.
Inspect new construction and major improvements to existing structures to determine values.
Collect and analyze relevant data to identify real estate market trends.
Prepare and maintain current data on each parcel assessed, including maps of boundaries, inventories of land and structures, property characteristics, and any applicable exemptions.
Explain assessed values to property owners and defend appealed assessments at public hearings.

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