Valuation Specialist

Acra Lending; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Gym membership

Medical insurance

Vision and dental

Commuter program

Monthly sales awards

Job summary

Acra Lending's Irvine, California headquarters seeks a Valuation Specialist to perform detailed valuation reviews of appraisal reports and related reporting, analyzing high-value and high-risk properties.

The role requires 4-5 years of experience in real estate valuation and mortgage industry, strong analytical skills, and the ability to coordinate with multiple departments; we offer benefits and a supportive team.

Qualifications

• 4-5 years of relevant experience in real estate valuation.
• Experience in mortgage or banking industry.
• Experience with appraisals and collateral valuation.
• Ability to analyze market, sales, and rent data.

Responsibilities

• Conduct detailed review of valuation reports (appraisals, field reviews, ARRs, etc.).
• Communicate concerns related to collateral and value.
• Research property data (market, sales, rent, region).
• Collaborate across departments to resolve questions.
• Make value recommendations.
• Perform administrative audit duties as needed.

Skills

Real estate valuation

Property data analysis

Communication skills

Analytical problem solving

Presentation skills

Research skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Real Estate or Finance

Tools

GIS Maps

Property records research

Job description

Posted Monday, August 3, 2026 at 10:00 AM

At Acra Lending our employees enjoy an opportunity to work with great people. We celebrate several events throughout the year accompanied by raffles and giveaways for employees nationwide. We are especially proud to give back to our community and truly enjoy one another's company.

We are looking for candidates to join our team who are passionate about their vocation. Who are committed to making a contribution and are looking to gain experience in order to grow in their career. Our headquarters are located on a beautiful campus in Irvine, California and if you work out of our Irvine office we can also provide a free gym membership.

We are currently searching for Valuation Specialists. The position performs highly detailed functions and technical measurements as it regards collateral for our lending. Analyze and evaluate appraisals and supportive reporting. Analyze high-value and/or high-risk properties consistent to company risk compliance.

Responsibilities

• Detailed review of various valuation reports (Appraisal Reports, Field Reviews, Desk Reviews, ARRs, BPOs, etc.)
• Communicate concerns related to collateral and value
• Researching and Analyzing property data for analysis (Market/Sales/Rent/Regional, etc.)
• Communicating and resolving questions or problems with multiple departments
• Make value recommendations
• Other duties/projects as assigned
• May perform administrative directed audit functions

Skills Required

• Comprehensive understanding of real estate valuation methodology and concepts
• Familiar with researching property and zoning details via online websites (County, City, State, GIS Maps, private data sources, etc.)
• Plat Map, Survey, Legal Description, and Title Review
• Flexibility of work schedule to meet client needs required
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and root cause determination skills
• Strong written and verbal communication and presentation skills

Credentials and Experience Required

• 4-5 years of relevant experience
• Experience performing real estate valuation reviews and/or a previous audit support role
• Experience in the Mortgage or Banking industry

Our benefit offerings include: Medical, dental, vision, wellness programs, EAP counseling services, FSA & HSA, company sponsored life insurance for employee, voluntary life insurance for employee, spouse and child, AD&D Insurance, voluntary short-term and long-term disability, critical illness insurance, accident insurance, legal assistance, pet insurance, living will and trust preparation discounts, commuter program, annual walking challenge, employee appreciation events and monthly sales awards.

At Acra Lending, we were founded with a clear purpose: to specialize in alternative income loan products that help borrowers qualify for our flexible loan programs. We operate in 39 States, out of nine offices in Arizona, California, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Missouri, Nevada, Texas, and Utah along with a growing team of remote professionals across the country. Throughout the mortgage industry, Acra Lending is widely known for responsible lending practices, product innovation and operational efficiency. The foundation of our Company is built on helping our customers by providing Non-QM mortgage solutions for today’s borrower in residential and commercial properties across America.

Our Leadership team will encourage you to grow, make time to have fun, and work together to make great things happen. We embrace the strengths and values of each team member. We believe in having diverse perspectives where everyone is included, to serve customers from all walks of life. We reward our employees with a competitive salary and a variety of benefits to help our team members reach their health, retirement, and professional goals along with an exceptional 401k match program. We look forward to meeting you!