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James Hoffman

Cumming,GA

Summary

Proficient Real Estate Appraiser with demonstrated skills in completing appraisals on Residential properties. Excellent verbal and written communication, organizational and multitasking abilities. Prepared to offer 30 years' experience to take on challenging new role.

Overview

32
32
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Sr Real Estate Appraiser

Freese and Associates
Lombard, IL
03.1996 - 11.2023
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge on federal guidelines governing appraisals within designated area.
  • Appraised residential properties as part of real estate transactions or legal proceedings.
  • Collaborated with colleagues on large-scale appraisal assignments involving multiple properties.
  • Prepared cost estimates for proposed renovations or construction projects.
  • Utilized advanced software programs for mapping, data collection and report generation.
  • Organized data into comprehensive report formats that complied with USPAP standards.
  • Performed detailed analysis of real estate property to determine market value for clients.
  • Documented condition of each building by carefully photographing key features.
  • Interpreted complex real estate laws pertaining to taxation, insurance, title transfer, easements.
  • Documented type, construction and measurements of each piece of property and collected required field evidence to support conclusions.
  • Entered property data into MLS computer system and checked values against similar properties.
  • Researched public records to obtain deed information, legal descriptions and zoning regulations.

Appraiser Trainee

Ray O'Shea and Associates
Sandwich, IL
01.1994 - 02.1996
  • Assisted senior appraisers in conducting complex valuation assignments that require advanced analytical skills.
  • Updated and enhanced parcel data with current maps, inventories, characteristics descriptions and applicable exemptions.
  • Participated in field inspections of residential and commercial properties to verify physical characteristics of the property being appraised.
  • Stayed current with different lender standards and documentation requirements.
  • Attended seminars and courses related to appraisal principles and practices.
  • Formally completed my appraisal training and received my License
  • Participated in continuing education courses necessary for maintaining certification requirements.

Field Foreman

Naperville Brick Paving
Naperville, IL
04.1992 - 12.1993
  • Created work crew schedules and delegated assignments.
  • Monitored inventory levels of supplies needed on site and ordered additional items when necessary.
  • Obtained specifications and directed work for construction crews.
  • Reviewed project blueprints and specifications to determine number of workers needed to complete jobs.
  • Acquired and maintained high skill level in construction, alteration, repair and maintenance of masonry structures and surfaces.

Education

High School Diploma -

Naperville Central High School
Naperville, IL
05-1989

Some College (No Degree) - Business Administration And Management

College of DuPage
Glen Ellyn, IL

Skills

  • Estimation Skills
  • Legal Requirements
  • Lender Practices
  • Property Valuations
  • Research Abilities
  • Schedule Management
  • Property Inspection
  • Database Management
  • Structural Assessment
  • Market Value Comparison

Certification

  • State Certified Appraiser

Timeline

Sr Real Estate Appraiser

Freese and Associates
03.1996 - 11.2023

Appraiser Trainee

Ray O'Shea and Associates
01.1994 - 02.1996

Field Foreman

Naperville Brick Paving
04.1992 - 12.1993

High School Diploma -

Naperville Central High School

Some College (No Degree) - Business Administration And Management

College of DuPage

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