Joseph Cohen
Durham,NC
Summary
Dynamic Property Appraiser with proven expertise at Durham County Tax Office, enhancing valuation accuracy through advanced methodologies. Skilled in real estate valuation and client communication, I successfully navigated tax appeals and provided expert testimony, ensuring compliance with federal standards while fostering client satisfaction and trust.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Property Appraiser
Durham County Tax Office
07.2019 - Current
- Conducted property assessments to determine fair market values for residential properties.
- Utilized GIS software to analyze property data and create accurate appraisal reports.
- Continuously updated knowledge in the field of property appraisal through attending workshops, conferences, and professional development courses.
- Increased property valuation accuracy by implementing advanced appraisal techniques and methodologies.
- Assisted clients in navigating tax appeals by providing detailed reports on assessed property values.
- Provided expert testimony in legal disputes involving property assessments, defending the methodology used in determining value.
- Established fair market values of properties with comprehensive research and analysis of local market trends.
- Conducted thorough property inspections for accurate data collection and assessment of property conditions.
- Enhanced client satisfaction through timely communication and addressing concerns regarding property valuations.
- Managed multiple projects simultaneously while adhering to strict deadlines, ensuring timely completion without compromising accuracy or quality of work performed.
- Gathered information on nearby properties to compare and help make value determinations on properties.
- Researched land, property and market values to complete estimations.
- Stayed updated on market trends for local area and similar property types.
- Performed appraisals in line with federal requirements and USPAP guidelines.
- Testified in official hearings about value of property in dispute.
Loan Coordinator
The Money Source
06.2016 - 07.2018
- Reviewed and verified loan documents for compliance with regulatory standards.
- Coordinated communication between clients, underwriters, and loan officers to ensure timely processing.
- Analyzed discrepancies in documentation and resolved issues to maintain accuracy in loan files.
- Implemented process improvements that enhanced document turnaround times and reduced errors.
- Monitored changes in lending regulations and updated internal policies accordingly to maintain compliance.
- Elevated accuracy rates within the department through consistent attention to detail when reviewing critical financial documents.
- Ensured timely completion of final loan packages by coordinating efforts between various departments throughout the approval process.
- Expedited loan approvals for clients by consistently meeting deadlines and maintaining accurate documentation.
- Maintained confidentiality of sensitive client information while effectively managing diverse loan portfolios.
- Reduced errors in loan applications with thorough review processes, ensuring compliance with lending regulations.
- Demonstrated adaptability and versatility in handling a diverse range of loan types, including conventional, FHA, and VA loans.
- Scanned, filed and transmitted various documents and adhered to digital filing procedures.
- Proofread filenames, titles and submittal details to streamline submittal and avoid rejection.
- Prepared loan documents and explained terms to clarify loan conditions and requirements with applicants.
- Affirmed loan document accuracy to protect lenders from potential fraud.
- Calculated, reviewed and corrected errors on interest, principal and closing costs.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Business Management
Long Island University
Greenvale, NYSkills
- Client communication
- Professional ethics
- Data collection
- Real estate valuation
- Continuing education
- Property inspection
- Real estate trends
- Comparable sales identification
- Replacement cost calculation
- Property tax assessment
- Decision-making
- Property documentation analysis
Certification
- Trainee Real Estate Appraiser
- North Carolina Department of Revenue Certified Real Property Appraiser
Timeline
Property Appraiser
Durham County Tax Office
07.2019 - Current
Loan Coordinator
The Money Source
06.2016 - 07.2018
Bachelor of Science - Business Management
Long Island University