Residential Review Appraiser

Residential Review Appraiser

Requirements

• 4+ years of related experience in Residential Appraisal or similar field.
• High school diploma required; Bachelor’s degree in related field preferred.
• Appraisal desk review experience in a multi-state environment; multiple formats including narrative.
• Intermediate knowledge of USPAP and agency (FNMA, FHLMC, HUD/FHA, USDA) appraisal guidelines.
• Licensed or Certified Residential Appraiser required.

Responsibilities

• Perform internal appraisal reviews on 1 – 4 family unit properties for compliance with corporate policy and standards, USPAP, Fannie Mae, Freddie Mac, and HUD guidelines.
• Analyze valuations to determine their reasonableness, defensibility, and validate accuracy.
• Follow processes to ensure risks are measured, monitored, and controlled and compliance requirements are adhered to on an ongoing basis.
• Support the Appraisal Operations Manager by conducting desk reviews of appraisals for the delegated Correspondent Lending division.
• Review, research and respond to agency repurchase demands within established timelines.
• Provide valuation services for various AmeriHome departments (Servicing, Secondary/Post Closing, etc.) as needed.
• Maintain appraisal and valuation service work files as required under USPAP.
• Circulate appraisal and valuation-related information to the organization’s residential appraisal operations and underwriting staff, management, vendors, and sellers.

Preferred Qualifications

• Institutional (bank, mortgage company, etc.) experience preferred.
• Field experience – appraisals, field reviews, etc.
• Intermediate analytical and written communications skills; ability to clearly define and express valuation-related issues and potential resolutions.
• Excellent time management skills and ability to maintain deadlines and work in a fast-paced environment.
• Advanced speaking and writing communication skills.