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Laury Taylor

Bentonville,AR
Laury Taylor

Summary

Knowledgeable Real Estate Appraiser well-versed in performing multiple types of residential appraisals. Remarkable work ethic with exceptional communication and planning capabilities. Effective in establishment of favorable client relations and honest, thorough appraisals.

Effective Real Estate leader adept at completing efficient and accurate real estate appraisals for sales, estate planning, and other legal purposes. Excellent understanding of local market combined with meticulous research skills and personable demeanor.

Enthusiastic appraiser eager to contribute to team success through hard work, attention to detail and excellent organizational skills.

Motivated to learn, grow and excel in the residential appraisal field. Certified Appraiser with over 16 years of successful experience. FHA approved and up to date on all continuing education required by the state of license. Recognized consistently for performance excellence and contributions to success in the appraiser industry.

Overview

18
years of professional experience

Work History

Taylor Appraisal Group
Bentonville, AR

Certified Residential Real Estate Appraiser
03.2009 - Current

Job overview

  • Took photographs of interior and exterior of buildings to properly document features and conditions.
  • 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.
  • Performed appraisals in line with federal requirements and USPAP guidelines.
  • Inspected new and existing properties and noted distinctive characteristics.
  • Maintained current understanding of lender requirements and documentation guidelines.
  • Researched land, property and market values to complete estimations.
  • Remained current on local areas through actively researching and garnering understanding of community values.
  • Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
  • Increased customer satisfaction by resolving availability issues.
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed. Provided "rescue" service when client had a "no show" appraiser.
  • Created plans and communicated deadlines to ensure projects were completed on time.
  • Delivered appraisal reports to customer locations within specific timeframes.
  • Completed appraisals on residential properties, supporting property transactions or for legal purposes.
  • Identified issues, analyzed information and provided solutions to problems.
  • Completed appraisals on multiple types of properties, supporting property transactions.
  • Completed appraisals residential properties, supporting property transactions or for legal purposes.
  • Inspected new construction sites to establish current values in line with market trends.

Taylor Appraisal Group
Richmond, TX

Licensed Residential Appraiser
03.2007 - 03.2009

Job overview

  • Stayed updated on market trends for local area and similar property types.
  • Gathered information on nearby properties to compare and help make value determinations on properties.
  • Performed appraisals in line with federal requirements and USPAP guidelines.
  • Took photographs of interior and exterior of buildings to properly document features and conditions.
  • Maintained current understanding of lender requirements and documentation guidelines.
  • Remained current on local areas through actively researching and garnering understanding of community values.
  • Completed appraisals on residential properties for lender transactions.
  • Researched land, property and market values to complete estimations.
  • Inspected new and existing properties and noted distinctive characteristics.
  • Worked to maintain outstanding attendance record, consistently arriving to work ready to start immediately.
  • Used Microsoft Word and other software tools to create documents and other communications.
  • Devoted special emphasis to punctuality and worked to maintain outstanding attendance record, consistently arriving to work ready to start immediately.
  • Worked flexible hours; night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
  • Tracked property information and updated listings in database to maintain current files.
  • Inspected properties first-hand, collected measurements and reviewed historical documents to complete thorough evaluations.
  • Kept on top of latest trends in market sales and construction costs in order to produce optimal assessments.
  • Computed final estimation of property values, taking into account depreciation, value comparisons of similar properties and income potential.
  • Collected and analyzed relevant data to identify real estate market trends.
  • Inspected new construction sites to establish current values in line with market trends.

WhiteStone Realty Consulting
Houston, TX

Residential Appraiser Trainee
11.2005 - 11.2006

Job overview

  • Worked under a Certified General Appraiser.
  • Trained on report writing, field work, property inspections, and market research.
  • 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.
  • Remained current on local areas through actively researching and garnering understanding of community values.
  • Inspected new and existing properties and noted distinctive characteristics.
  • Took photographs of interior and exterior of buildings to properly document features and conditions.
  • Maintained current understanding of lender requirements and documentation guidelines.
  • Performed appraisals in line with federal requirements and USPAP guidelines.
  • Carried out day-day-day duties accurately and efficiently.
  • Completed all paperwork, recognizing any discrepancies and addressing them in a timely fashion.
  • Worked to maintain outstanding attendance record, consistently arriving to work ready to start immediately.
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.

Education

Champions School of Real Estate
Houston

from Residential Appraiser Studies

University of Phoenix
Tempe, AZ

Lone Star College System
Spring, TX

from General Studies

Blinn College
Bryan

from General Studies

Caney Creek High School
Conroe

High School Diploma
05.2001

Skills

  • Real Estate Appraisal
  • Guidelines Understanding
  • Appraisal Reviews
  • Research Abilities
  • Communications Strategies
  • Software Integration
  • Critical Thinking
  • Time Management
  • External Audits
  • Lender Practices
  • Sales Comparison
  • Public Record Research
  • Calculations and Measurements
  • Database Software
  • Records Search
  • Parcel Assessment
  • Parcel Mapping
  • New Construction Inspection
  • Boundary Mapping
  • Sketching Ability
  • Market Value Comparison
  • Microsoft Word

Timeline

Certified Residential Real Estate Appraiser

Taylor Appraisal Group
03.2009 - Current

Licensed Residential Appraiser

Taylor Appraisal Group
03.2007 - 03.2009

Residential Appraiser Trainee

WhiteStone Realty Consulting
11.2005 - 11.2006

Champions School of Real Estate

from Residential Appraiser Studies

University of Phoenix

Lone Star College System

from General Studies

Blinn College

from General Studies

Caney Creek High School

High School Diploma
Laury Taylor