What is a staff appraiser?

A staff appraiser assesses a property or home for real estate agents and banks to determine its value. Unlike independent contractors, staff appraisers are employees of their organization and are assigned clients and deadlines based on the company's timelines. As a staff appraiser, you travel to the property needing appraisal and examine physical conditions, structural integrity, and the value of neighboring properties for comparison. You also note the need for follow-up inspections or safety concerns you may have observed. To complete your report, you must research the history of a property and verify compliance with all regulations and safety standards to determine the value of the property accurately.