Need Help w/Appraisal Resume

[LA Woman]

Does anyone have a really good, well defined, definition and explantion of what, as residential appraisers, we do?

I'm starting to put together a new resume that targets non-appraisal industries and can't seem to get off the ground.

Thinking I will hire a professional resume writer but I thought I would check with the real pros here first.

Thanks for any suggestions. :new_llying:

PS Rays post last night really hit home. I love appraising, but recently I am learning to also hate it and all the stress, the BS with the AMCs, the BS with some "reviewers" who wouldn't know a well written appraisal if it hit them in the head, losing work to skippy, and losing work to anyone else willing to work cheaper than I am.

Plus, it's only Oct. but work load wise it feels like the week of Dec. 25th. Only 2 jobs last week and only 1 job so far this week. What the heck is Thanksgiving to Christmas going to be like? For my situation I'm thinking it's time to get out of appraising full time and keep it as a 2nd income.

Again, thanks for any suggestions on the resume thing.

 

[liznindy]

A few skills appraisers should have which can relate to other professions/jobs:

Detail oriented; self-starter; good analytical skills; good written skills; good with numbers; good communication skills; scheduling; meet deadlines.....

Some skills we may need to work on: 'works well with others' LOL

 

[mdtulips]

This doesn't answer your question LA Woman, but I was thinking about putting a resume together too since I'm anticipating my upgrade license soon. :new_multi:

My questions to those of you out there, is should I put college degrees on there? I have a BA and a MS in a totally unrelated field and I wonder if it even matters to put that under the "education" heading? I'm thinking it probably doesn't matter and I should just stick with real estate related and real estate appraisal continuing education and experience. What do you all think? (Sorry LA Woman......you're post just got me thinking about this)

 

[Chris Stylen]

It depends on what type of job your applying for...resumes for lenders should have appraisal experience and appraisal coursework reflected. If your seeking jobs outside of the real estate realm use whatever else you have...

I don't think a restaurant would care about your appraisal license or experience...Or a appraisal firm would care about your culinary degree.

 

[mdtulips]

Good point Chris!

 

[Mike McCool]

Googled appraiser Resume and here's what I have for you.

http://www.jobbankusa.com/resumes/free_samples/examples_templates_formats/appraiser.html
http://www.alliedcareers.com/cover-letter-resume-tips/appraiser_resume_4.html
http://www.resume-resource.com/exfi7.html

 

[sunnycal]

I don't quite follow all the questions and uncertainty. There is only so much an appraiser can put on their resume, truthful job descriptions. Secondly, in reference to a post why not include college degrees? I don't know anyone who graduated from a university with an appraisal degree but I was told a long time ago that it shows anyone who reads your resume that you had what it took to set a goal, follow through and complete it. It also shows a basic level of competency for one who has graduated. Just look at sample resumes for various fields and do a nice looking presentation that is truthful and easy to readl

 

[LA Woman]

Links for Resumes.

Googled appraiser Resume and here's what I got for you.

http://www.jobbankusa.com/resumes/free_samples/examples_templates_formats/appraiser.html
http://www.alliedcareers.com/cover-letter-resume-tips/appraiser_resume_4.html
http://www.resume-resource.com/exfi7.html

Thanks Mike, thats a good start.

 

[Delta85]

I was an HR recruiter and headhunter for more than 10 years before I became an appraiser and to answer Marys question about putting college degrees on your resume.........ABSO-FREAKIN-LUTELY! Even if you have a 4 year degree in Australian history put it on there! A 4 year degree from a real college or universty, let alone a masters, is always impressive. Ofcourse you have to have the skills and experience for the job you are trying to get but sometimes just being a college grad gets you in the door for the interview and sets you apart from those that never went or did not complete higher education.

 

[Mike Scannell]

resume ideas

LA Women

I totally endorse and agree with all previous posts that say you should list ALL your education. I not only list my MAM (Masters of Aviation Management) but all education since high school as "Education/Accomplishments since High School" to include military pilot training and significant military positons held (i.e. Squadron Commander, etc), although I realize my (military) aviation experience has nothing to do with appraising houses/condos etc......with the possible exception of leadership skills, established work ethic, self reliance, self confidence, attention to detail, ability to adapt to technology, ability to work with a wide range of different types of people, yada, yada, yada,.....get my point????

When you're an old (older) **** like me whose only been appraising for approx. 6 years you've got to account for the previous 30-35 years somehow and simply saying that in the past X number of years you've done so many 1004s, so many 2055s etc., is not going to do much to set you apart.

Mike Scannell
Satellite Beach, Fl.