E-3 Visa Real Estate Appraiser Jobs
Real Estate Appraiser roles qualify for E-3 visa sponsorship as specialty occupations requiring a bachelor's degree in real estate, finance, or a related field. Australian appraisers bring internationally recognized valuation credentials, and the E-3's no-lottery structure means you can move from job offer to U.S. consulate appointment without waiting on annual caps.
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Senior Appraiser
Job Description Summary
Our Valuation & Advisory professionals have the privilege of working across the full spectrum of commercial real estate valuation. The diversity of our practice and the breadth of our client base allows our professionals to provide comprehensive real estate valuation services ranging from traditional appraisal reports, to market studies and feasibility analysis, and participation in multi-service line strategic consulting.
Our mission is to develop our professionals, who are licensed and trained real estate appraisers, to fully engage in delivering best-in-class results to a dynamic client base across a full spectrum of real estate valuation services.
We believe what we do matters and makes a difference. Respect for each other and our clients is at the forefront of our business. We believe in collaboration, connection and supporting one another. Our team is highly engaged and empowered to reach their fullest potential. If these values resonate with you, consider joining our team.
Job Description
KEY COMPETENCIES
- Capable of thriving in a fast-paced environment
- Desire to collaborate in a team environment, sharing relevant information with colleagues and clients
- Proactively problem solve and remove obstacles that prohibit us from doing our best work
- Uphold the V&A standards of respect, responsiveness and people first (colleagues and clients)
- Demonstrated ability to follow through and complete tasks
- Attentiveness, attention to detail, and strong analytical skills
- Ability to comprehend, analyse, and interpret complex documents
- Demonstrated ability to solve advanced and multifaceted problems
- Commitment to professional development and continual learning
- Excellent written and verbal communication and skills
EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE
- Bachelor’s degree required
- Certified General Appraiser license
- 5+ years of experience appraising commercial real estate
- Mastery of MS Office Suite (MS Word, Excel, Outlook/Teams, PowerPoint)
- Proficiency with Argus Enterprise or Rockport VAL
This position can be remote or hybrid.
The compensation for the position is: salary + fee-split and expected annual compensation of $100,000 - $300,000.
Cushman & Wakefield also provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health, vision, and dental insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life, and disability insurance programs, and paid and unpaid time away from work. In addition to a comprehensive benefits package, Cushman and Wakefield provide eligible employees with competitive pay, which may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, total hours worked, job type, business line, and applicability of collective bargaining agreements.
The compensation that will be offered to the successful candidate will depend on factors such as whether the position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement, the geographic area in which the work will be performed, market pay rates in that area, and the candidate’s experience and qualifications.
The company will not pay less than minimum wage for this role.
Cushman & Wakefield is an Equal Opportunity employer to all protected groups, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. Discrimination of any type will not be tolerated.
In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a position at Cushman & Wakefield, please call the ADA line at 1-888-365-5406 or email Accommodations@cushwake.com. Please refer to the job title and job location when you contact us.
Job Title
Senior Appraiser
Job Description Summary
Our Valuation & Advisory professionals have the privilege of working across the full spectrum of commercial real estate valuation. The diversity of our practice and the breadth of our client base allows our professionals to provide comprehensive real estate valuation services ranging from traditional appraisal reports, to market studies and feasibility analysis, and participation in multi-service line strategic consulting.
Our mission is to develop our professionals, who are licensed and trained real estate appraisers, to fully engage in delivering best-in-class results to a dynamic client base across a full spectrum of real estate valuation services.
We believe what we do matters and makes a difference. Respect for each other and our clients is at the forefront of our business. We believe in collaboration, connection and supporting one another. Our team is highly engaged and empowered to reach their fullest potential. If these values resonate with you, consider joining our team.
Job Description
KEY COMPETENCIES
- Capable of thriving in a fast-paced environment
- Desire to collaborate in a team environment, sharing relevant information with colleagues and clients
- Proactively problem solve and remove obstacles that prohibit us from doing our best work
- Uphold the V&A standards of respect, responsiveness and people first (colleagues and clients)
- Demonstrated ability to follow through and complete tasks
- Attentiveness, attention to detail, and strong analytical skills
- Ability to comprehend, analyse, and interpret complex documents
- Demonstrated ability to solve advanced and multifaceted problems
- Commitment to professional development and continual learning
- Excellent written and verbal communication and skills
EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE
- Bachelor’s degree required
- Certified General Appraiser license
- 5+ years of experience appraising commercial real estate
- Mastery of MS Office Suite (MS Word, Excel, Outlook/Teams, PowerPoint)
- Proficiency with Argus Enterprise or Rockport VAL
This position can be remote or hybrid.
The compensation for the position is: salary + fee-split and expected annual compensation of $100,000 - $300,000.
Cushman & Wakefield also provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health, vision, and dental insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life, and disability insurance programs, and paid and unpaid time away from work. In addition to a comprehensive benefits package, Cushman and Wakefield provide eligible employees with competitive pay, which may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, total hours worked, job type, business line, and applicability of collective bargaining agreements.
The compensation that will be offered to the successful candidate will depend on factors such as whether the position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement, the geographic area in which the work will be performed, market pay rates in that area, and the candidate’s experience and qualifications.
The company will not pay less than minimum wage for this role.
Cushman & Wakefield is an Equal Opportunity employer to all protected groups, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. Discrimination of any type will not be tolerated.
In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a position at Cushman & Wakefield, please call the ADA line at 1-888-365-5406 or email Accommodations@cushwake.com. Please refer to the job title and job location when you contact us.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding E-3 Visa Sponsorship in Real Estate Appraiser
Verify your credentials translate correctly
Australian Certified Practising Valuers hold qualifications that U.S. employers may not immediately recognize. Request a formal credential evaluation and map your Valuer General experience to U.S. appraisal licensing tiers before submitting applications.
Target firms with active LCA filing history
Search the DOL's Office of Foreign Labor Certification disclosure data to identify appraisal firms and commercial real estate groups that have filed Labor Condition Applications before. Prior LCA activity signals an employer already understands the E-3 visa sponsorship process.
Find E-3 sponsoring employers through Migrate Mate
Use Migrate Mate to search Real Estate Appraiser roles filtered by E-3 visa sponsorship. The platform surfaces employers actively hiring Australians, saving you the manual work of filtering out firms unfamiliar with the visa.
Address state licensing requirements early in negotiations
U.S. appraisers must hold state-issued licenses, and requirements vary by state. Clarify with your prospective employer which license tier the role requires and whether they'll support the application timeline alongside your E-3 filing.
Get your job offer letter to match the LCA wage level
The DOL requires your offered wage to meet the prevailing wage for the appraisal role in that metropolitan area. Before signing, confirm the offer letter salary meets or exceeds the Level I or II wage the LCA will certify.
Use Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service for the full process
Once you have an offer, use Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service to handle your LCA submission, DS-160, and consulate preparation. Appraisal roles involve nuanced specialty occupation documentation that benefits from end-to-end expert management.
E-3 Visa Real Estate Appraiser: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I find Real Estate Appraiser jobs with E-3 visa sponsorship?
Migrate Mate is the most direct way to search Real Estate Appraiser roles filtered by E-3 visa sponsorship. Many appraisal firms are open to sponsoring Australian candidates but don't advertise it prominently. Targeting employers with prior LCA filing history through Migrate Mate significantly narrows the field to those already familiar with the E-3 process.
How much does it cost to get an E-3 visa?
Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service covers the entire process for $499, including the Labor Condition Application, visa document preparation, and consulate appointment guidance. Traditional immigration lawyers charge $2,000–$5,000+ for the same work. The E-3 has less paperwork than most work visas, so paying thousands for legal help is usually unnecessary.
Does a Real Estate Appraiser role qualify as an E-3 specialty occupation?
Yes, provided the position requires at least a bachelor's degree in a directly related field such as real estate, finance, economics, or business. Roles requiring only an appraisal license without a degree requirement can be harder to qualify. Your employer will need to document the degree requirement in the Labor Condition Application and supporting evidence for the consulate.
How does the E-3 compare to the H-1B for Real Estate Appraiser roles?
The E-3 is substantially more practical for Australian appraisers. There's no annual lottery, no cap to worry about, and the process runs from LCA filing to consulate appointment in weeks rather than months. The H-1B lottery accepts registrations once a year and selection is not guaranteed, meaning a qualified appraiser with a firm offer can wait over a year. The E-3 has a 10,500-visa annual allocation that has never been exhausted.
Do I need a U.S. appraisal license before applying for E-3 sponsored roles?
You don't need a U.S. license before receiving a job offer, but you'll need one to legally sign appraisal reports once you start work. Most sponsoring employers will factor state licensing timelines into your onboarding plan. Clarify during the offer negotiation whether the employer will support licensing fees and exam preparation alongside the E-3 filing.