Certified Residential Real Estate Appraiser — Duluth Area

First American Financial Corporation; South Dakota; Remote; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

First American Mortgage Solutions in the United States seeks a Certified Residential Real Estate Appraiser to perform unbiased valuations of residential properties in the Duluth, MN area. You will inspect properties, collect on-site data, and prepare reports under USPAP guidelines, using MLS and local data sources to support conclusions.

The role requires active state certification, strong analytical and writing skills, and the ability to meet tight deadlines.

Qualifications

• Certified Residential Real Estate Appraiser required
• Active Appraiser Certification per state regulatory agency
• Experience with HUD/FHA properties preferred
• Proficiency with MLS and local data sources
• Familiarity with USPAP guidelines and appraisal reporting

Responsibilities

• Conduct unbiased valuations of residential real estate by analyzing market and property data and complete appraisal reports per USPAP and client guidelines
• Inspect residential properties and document on-site data with photos, measurements, sketches, and field notes
• Consider factors influencing value including location, market conditions, design, and property attributes
• Proficiently apply sales comparison, cost, and income approaches to value
• Be proficient with local MLS and real estate data sources
• Be proficient with major appraisal forms (1004, 2055, 1073, 1075, 1025, etc.)
• Collaborate with Senior Appraisers and Appraisal Helpdesk to ensure quality and process improvements
• Participate in monthly Appraiser meetings and meet department turn-time expectations

Skills

Analytical skills

Narrative writing

Data analysis

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Multi-tasking

Attention to detail

Education

Active Appraiser Certification (state regulatory)

Tools

MLS knowledge

Local real estate data sources

R&R forms (1004/2055/1073/1075/1025)

Job description

First American Mortgage Solutions in the United States seeks a Certified Residential Real Estate Appraiser to perform unbiased valuations of residential properties in the Duluth, MN area. You will inspect properties, collect on-site data, and prepare reports under USPAP guidelines, using MLS and local data sources to support conclusions.

The role requires active state certification, strong analytical and writing skills, and the ability to meet tight deadlines.