Residential Valuation Analyst

World Business Lenders

5d•Remote

About The Position

World Business Lenders (WBL) is a privately held portfolio lender specializing in real estate-secured business loans for underserved businesses. The company operates with a fully remote, multinational workforce. The Residential Valuation Analyst determines the market value of US residential properties, primarily using the sales comparison approach, and reviews external appraisals and broker price opinions (BPOs) to reach well-supported value conclusions. The role also involves building an understanding of commercial asset classes, with a view to valuing commercial properties in the future.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree (BS or BSBA) in real estate, finance, economics, statistics, business analytics, marketing, mathematics, law, or a related field; candidates with other degrees may be considered if they have applicable experience.
Minimum of 1–2 years of relevant experience in real estate valuation or appraisal.
Advanced knowledge of the sales comparison approach and working knowledge of the income and cost approaches.
Experience valuing single-family residences (SFR), multifamily residential properties (MFR), condominiums, and land.
Ability to critically evaluate comparable selection and appraisal adjustments.
Experience interpreting zoning codes and regulations across different counties.
Proficiency in Microsoft 365 products, including Excel, Word, Outlook, and Teams.
Experience using residential real estate platforms such as Zillow, Realtor.com, Redfin, and Compass.
Sharp analytical skills, critical thinking, and the ability to weigh conflicting market evidence.
Clear and confident written and verbal communication skills.
Attention to detail and strong organization across multiple assignments and deadlines.
Ability to collaborate with colleagues and work effectively independently.
Availability to work Monday through Friday, 9:00 AM–6:00 PM Eastern Time.
Stable internet connection and professional remote working setup.
Resume must be submitted in English.

Nice To Haves

Master's degree.
Experience with DataTree.

Responsibilities

Value US residential properties by collecting, analyzing, and interpreting market data, primarily using the sales comparison approach.
Apply and stay current on US appraisal principles, practices, and regulations.
Analyze external appraisals and broker price opinions, understand their rationale, and compare them with internal analysis to conclude on a value.
Interview brokers in the subject property's area to gather market feedback.
Produce valuation reports summarizing analyses and value conclusions.
Maintain accurate, up-to-date appraisal files and documentation.
Build an understanding of commercial asset classes, with a view to valuing commercial properties in the future.