I started working with an appraiser that had what he called an office manager. The three of us worked out of an office until i left and now work out of my home.
The office manager handled all phone calls and emails (unless someone was upset and demanded to talk to one of us), scheduled the appointments, performed public record and MLS research for the subject property, started the report, created the workfile, entered sales data into comps database, imported photos, proofreading, sent report, billing and collections, and more, almost everything except property inspection and actual report writing.
I work a few more hours out of my home, but have a more flexible schedule and have a greater gross income. I think i could complete another report or two per week an increase my net if i could stay focused, as i find myself getting easily distracted with family and home. Working with the other appraiser we split total income. I earned 30%, the office manager earned 20%, and he paid all office, software, MLS, public record, cameras, computers, laser pointers, and other fees out of his 50%. I paid for education, licensing, E&O, and vehicle.
