Local Mortgage Occupancy Checker

FAR Inspections; Clifton (TN); On-site; USD 130 - 180; Full time

Job summary

FAR Inspections is seeking an independent contractor to perform residential occupancy verifications in Wayne County, Tennessee and surrounding communities, including Clifton. You will manage your own routing and schedule while reporting on property status with brief exterior visits.

This 1099 role offers hourly-equivalent earnings of $25–$35 and a flexible, on-your-own-schedule workload. Ideal for supplemental or full-time income driven by territory availability.

Qualifications

• Must be able to pass a standard background check.
• Independent contractor responsible for own equipment.
• Ability to drive over large rural areas and meet deadlines.
• Strong time-management skills to manage field workload without supervision.

Responsibilities

• Determine property occupancy status using industry indicators.
• Capture 9+ photos and submit reports via mobile apps.
• Maintain reliable territory coverage and meet inspection deadlines.

Skills

Autonomy

Efficiency

Consistency

Time management

Tools

Smartphone

Computer

Printer

Internet

Job description

Ad Ref: FAR-02607

Earning Potential: While pay is per-inspection, efficient contractors typically earn the equivalent of $25–$35 per hour.

FAR Inspections is actively seeking a reliable independent contractor to perform residential mortgage inspections in Wayne County, Tennessee and surrounding communities. If you live in or near Clifton or anywhere in Wayne County, this is a great opportunity to earn supplemental or full-time income on your own schedule.

FAR Inspections is a leading provider of property data for mortgage lenders nationwide. Based in Reno, NV, we have a 12-year track record of excellence and stability in the mortgage field services industry. We partner with highly motivated independent contractors who prioritize accuracy, reliability, and professional autonomy.

The Opportunity

Earn a predictable supplemental or full-time income on a flexible schedule that you control. As a Field Inspector covering Wayne County, you will perform residential occupancy verifications. These are brief, exterior visits to confirm property status and report on general conditions.

• Autonomy: You manage your own routing, schedule, and territory.
• Efficiency: Standard inspections are designed for speed, typically requiring only 5–6 minutes on-site.
• Consistency: Enjoy stable, month-to-month volume in your assigned county.

Workflow & Responsibilities

• Determine property occupancy status based on industry-standard indicators.
• Capture 9+ photos and submit brief reports using industry-standard mobile applications.
• Maintain a high level of reliability regarding territory coverage and deadlines.

Note: This role requires spending extended periods of time driving and making numerous stops throughout the day in your assigned territory. This territory covers a spacious rural county with longer drives between stops. A fuel-efficient vehicle and comfort with country roads are especially valuable.

Requirements

As an independent contractor, you are responsible for providing your own equipment, including:

• Reliable, fuel-efficient vehicle.
• Smartphone (Android or iPhone) capable of running mobile reporting apps.
• Computer with an internet connection and a printer.
• Strong time-management skills to meet deadlines without direct supervision.
• Ability to pass a standard background check.

Earnings & Volume

• Flat-Rate Pay: This is a 1099 position where you are paid a set fee for every inspection completed.
• Earning Potential: While pay is per-inspection, efficient contractors typically earn the equivalent of $25–$35 per hour.
• Volume: Rates and inspection volume vary by county. Lower volume counties typically feature higher per-inspection rates, while higher volume counties offer more consistent daily work.
• This Territory: Wayne County averages approximately 5 inspections per month.