Kimberly Kono
Appraiser
Hagatna,Guam
Summary
Knowledgeable Real Estate Appraiser well-versed in performing commercial appraisals. Remarkable work ethic with exceptional communication and planning capabilities. Effective in the establishment of favorable client relations and honest, thorough appraisals. Proficiently skilled with Microsoft Word, Excel, Powerpoint, Access, and Outlook.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Real Estate Appraiser
Cornerstone Valuation Guam, Inc.
Maite
06.2022 - Current
- Gathered information on nearby properties to compare and help make value determinations on properties.
- Stayed updated on market trends for local area and similar property types.
- Researched land, property and market values to complete estimations.
- Inspected new and existing properties and noted distinctive characteristics.
- Performed appraisals in line with federal requirements and USPAP guidelines.
- Maintained current understanding of lender requirements and documentation guidelines.
- Took photographs of interior and exterior of buildings to properly document features and conditions.
- Completed appraisals on pre-set number of properties to meet weekly production goals.
- Remained current on local areas through actively researching and garnering understanding of community values.
- Completed appraisals on commercial, industrial, hotel, multi-family apartments, and large vacant land properties, supporting property transactions or for legal purposes.
- Inspected properties first-hand, collected measurements and reviewed historical documents to complete thorough evaluations.
- Computed final estimation of property values, taking into account depreciation, value comparisons of similar properties and income potential.
- Provided property owners with timely notices detailing assessment findings and tax calculations.
- Collected and analyzed relevant data to identify real estate market trends.
- Inspected new construction sites to establish current values in line with market trends on Guam and Saipan.
- Created and optimized standard systems and procedures for evaluating each property type.
- Improved property database with new maps, inventory data, feature descriptions and relevant exemptions.
Appraiser Trainee
Cornerstone Valuation Guam, Inc.
Maite
02.2018 - 06.2022
- Maintained high work volume and tight deadlines.
- Produced reports with detailed valuations.
- Documented condition and special features to provide accurate estimations.
- Visited site locations to assess value of subject property.
- Gathered information on nearby properties to compare and help make value determinations on properties.
- Researched land, property and market values to complete estimations.
- Inspected new and existing properties and noted distinctive characteristics.
- Performed appraisals in line with federal requirements and USPAP guidelines.
- Improved property database with new maps, inventory data, feature descriptions and relevant exemptions.
- Inspected new construction sites to establish current values in line with market trends in Guam and Saipan region.
- Collected and analyzed relevant data to identify real estate market trends.
Research Analyst
Cornerstone Valuation Guam, Inc.
Maite
07.2015 - 02.2018
- Analyzed statistical data using both modern and traditional methods.
- Interpreted data and made recommendations from findings.
- Gathered, arranged and corrected research data to create representative graphs and charts highlighting results for presentations.
- Validated incoming data to check information accuracy and integrity while independently locating and correcting concerns.
- Helped team meet regulatory requirements by coordinating documentation and filings.
- Supported design and implementation of survey instruments such as telephone questionnaires to obtain study information.
- Developed macros, special formulas and other actions to produce reliable and consistent statistical reviews.
- Streamlined research processes to meet tight deadlines for multiple projects.
- Collaborated with team members to initiate best practices to achieve organizational goals.
- Generated data models, performed cost, sales comparison, and income analysis and helped produce reports outlining results.
Education
BBA - Finance And Economics
University of Guam
Mangilao06.2015
Skills
- Critical Thinking
- Property Appraisals
- Property Tax Challenges
- Lender Practices
- Microsoft PowerPoint
- Residential Real Estate Development
- Market Trend Analysis
- Valuation Reports
- Real Estate Knowledge
- Database Software
- Microsoft Excel
Certification
- Certified General Appraiser License - June 2022 - Present
Timeline
Certified Real Estate Appraiser
Cornerstone Valuation Guam, Inc.
06.2022 - Current
Appraiser Trainee
Cornerstone Valuation Guam, Inc.
02.2018 - 06.2022
Research Analyst
Cornerstone Valuation Guam, Inc.
07.2015 - 02.2018
BBA - Finance And Economics
University of Guam
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