Residential Valuation Analyst

Overview

• World Business Lenders (WBL) is a privately held portfolio lender specializing in real estate-secured business loans for underserved businesses. WBL operates with a fully remote, multinational workforce and an experienced executive leadership team.
• Typically, the work schedule is from 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM Eastern Time, Monday through Friday, though additional hours may be required based on business needs.

About the Role

• The Residential Valuation Analyst determines the market value of US residential properties, mainly through the sales comparison approach, and reviews external appraisals and BPOs to reach a well-supported value conclusion.

Core Responsibilities

• Value US residential properties by collecting, analyzing and interpreting market data, mainly through the sales comparison approach.
• Apply and stay current on US appraisal principles, practices, and regulations.
• Analyze external appraisals and broker price opinions (BPOs), understand their rationale, and compare them with internal analysis to conclude on a value.
• Interview brokers in the subject property's area to gather market feedback.
• Produce valuation reports summarizing the completed analyses and value conclusion.
• Maintain accurate, up-to-date appraisal files and documentation.
• Build an understanding of commercial asset classes, with a view to valuing commercial properties in the future.

Education

• Bachelor's degree (BS or BSBA) in real estate, finance, economics, statistics, business analytics, marketing, mathematics, law or a related field; a master's degree is preferred.
• Candidates with other degrees will be considered if they have applicable experience in the field.

Skills and attributes

• Sharp analytical mind, able to think critically and weigh conflicting market evidence.
• Communicates clearly and confidently, both in written reports and in conversation.
• Careful with details and well organized across multiple assignments and deadlines.
• Collaborates well with colleagues and works just as effectively on their own.

Technical skills

• Proficiency in Microsoft 365 products (Excel, Word, Outlook, Teams).
• Experience using residential real estate platforms such as Zillow, Realtor.com, Redfin, and Compass; experience with DataTree is preferred.

Experience requirements

• Minimum of 1–2 years of relevant experience in real estate valuation or appraisal.
• Advanced knowledge of the sales comparison approach and working knowledge of the income and cost approaches.
• Experience valuing single-family residences (SFR), multifamily residential properties (MFR), condominiums, and land.
• Ability to critically evaluate comparable selection and appraisal adjustments.
• Experience interpreting zoning codes and regulations across different counties.

Work Requirements

• Must be available to work Monday–Friday, 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM Eastern Time.

• Must have a stable internet connection and professional remote working setup.

• Resume must be submitted in English to be considered.

What We Offer

💰 Compensation in USD.

🏖️ Benefits include paid time off (PTO).

🌍 Work Environment: Fully remote work environment.

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