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property appraiser

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Property appraisers undertake detailed analysis and investigation of properties in order to determine their value for sales, mortgage and insurance purposes. They compare the value of properties taking into account the age, actual state of property, its quality, repairs needed and overall sustainability. Property appraisers make an inventory of fixtures, compose a schedule of condition of property and prepare appraisal reports for both commercial and residential properties.

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Competences
28
Groups
4
Essential
15
Optional
13

Competences and skills

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Essential knowledge 5 competences

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energy performance of buildings

Factors that contribute to lower energy consumption of buildings. Building and renovation techniques used to achieve this. Legislation and procedures regarding energy performance of buildings.

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insurance law

The law and legislation concerning the policies of transferring risks or losses from one party, the insured, to another, the insurer, in exchange for a periodic payment. This includes the regulation of insurance claims and the business of insurance.

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property law

The law and legislation that regulates all the different ways to handle property, such as the types of property, how to handle property disputes and property contract rules.

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real estate market

The trends concerning the buying, selling, or renting of property, including the land, buildings, and natural resources encompassed within the property; the categories of residential properties and properties for business purposes which such properties are traded in.

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risk management

The process of identifying, assessing, and prioritising of all types of risks and where they could come from, such as natural causes, legal changes, or uncertainty in any given context, and the methods for dealing with risks effectively.

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Essential skills and competences 10 competences

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make an inventory of fixtures

Create a fixtures inventory of the fittings and furnishings present in an accommodation.

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collect property financial information

Collect information concerning the previous transactions involving the property, such as the prices at which the property had been previously sold and the costs that went into renovations and repairs, in order to obtain a clear image of the property's value.

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perform property market research

Research properties in order to assess their usefulness for real estate activities, using various methods such as media research and visitation of properties, and identify the potential profitability in the development and trading of the property.

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Cross-sector

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advise on property value

Provide advise to those that own a property, professionals in real estate, or prospective clients in real estate on the current monetary value of a property, the potential of development in order to increase the value, and other relevant information concerning the value of the in the future developments of the real estate market.

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analyse insurance risk

Analyse the probability and size of the risk that is to be insured, and estimate the value of the insured property of the client.

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compare property values

Obtain information on the value of properties comparable to a property which is in need of valuation in order to make more accurate appraisals and assessments, or to set or negotiate the price at which the property can be sold or leased.

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examine the conditions of buildings

Monitor and assess the conditions of buildings in order to detect faults, structural problems, and damages. Assess general building cleanliness for grounds maintenance and real estate purposes.

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obtain financial information

Gather information on securities, market conditions, governmental regulations and the financial situation, goals and needs of clients or companies.

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organise a damage assessment

Organise a damage assessment by indicating an expert to identify and examine the damage, give information and instructions to experts and follow up on the experts, and write a damage report.

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value properties

Examine and evaluate land and buildings in order to make valuations about their price.

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Optional knowledge 5 competences

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architecture regulations

The regulations, statutes, and legal agreements existing in the European Union in the field of architecture. 

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Cross-sector

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building codes

The set of guidelines that determine the minimum standards for buildings and other constructions in order to protect public health and safety.

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concurrent estate

The concept in property law which stipulates the rights and duties of two parties co-owning a property, and the various ways in which co-tenancy is possible.

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construction methods

The various techniques and methods for erecting buildings and other constructions.

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fire safety regulations

The legal rules to be applied for fire safety and fire prevention in a facility.

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Optional skills and competences 8 competences

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Sector-specific

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perform field research

Participate in field research and evaluation of state and private lands and waters.

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Cross-sector

7 competences
advise on risk management

Provide advice on risk management policies and prevention strategies and their implementation, being aware of different kinds of risks to a specific organisation.

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analyse insurance needs

Gather information about the insurance needs of a client, and give information and advice about all possible insurance options.

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check construction compliance

Determine whether a construction complies with laws and regulations.

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communicate problems to senior colleagues

Communicate and give feedback to senior colleagues in the event of problems or non-conformities.

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compile appraisal reports

Compile full reports of appraisals of properties, businesses, or other goods and services being appraised using all the data gathered during the appraisal and valuation process, such as financial history, ownership, and developments.

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provide information on properties

Provide information on the positive and negative aspects of a property and the practicalities concerning any financial transactions or insurance procedures; such as location, composition of the property, renovation or repair needs, the cost of the property and the costs related to insurance.

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read standard blueprints

Read and comprehend standard blueprints, machine, and process drawings.

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