Residential Appraiser Jobs
Residential Appraiser jobs are open across mortgage lending, real estate, insurance, and government agencies, covering specializations in single-family homes, condominiums, and investment properties, from trainee to certified general and senior review appraiser. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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Commercial and personal line insurance carriers rely on EXL as a key business partner through our Castle High Value and EXL Risk Control service offerings. We offer a variety of field appraisal, inspection and risk control services to support our clients’ underwriting processes. EXL delivers industry-leading professionalism, quality and turn-around time, and our innovative solutions help our clients keep ahead of the competition. Castle High Value is the premier provider of high value residential insurance surveys to the insurance industry
nationwide. https://www.exlservice.com/industries/insurance/castle-high-value
The Position
Castle High Value is looking for self-directed independent contractors to work from their own home or office and service both virtual and physical survey/inspection assignments in the Tucson, AZ area and within a territory of approximately 70 - 100 miles of Tucson.
Experience in real estate, insurance, inspection, construction or appraising experience is a plus, but all interested candidates are encouraged to submit their qualifications. A 15 hour online training course can get you certified. Fees are negotiable depending on experience and the unique aspects of selected jobs.
You will be responsible to schedule and conduct both site-based and virtual High Value Home property surveys that will be used for homeowners’ insurance purposes. This involves coordinating and completing surveys within your own schedule, managing work assignments you accept, and solid computer skills as all reports are web-based and completed online.
If you are looking for flexibility, the ability to work independently, and have an interest in real-estate, construction, or interior design, then this might be the right opportunity for you.
This position is structured as an independent contractor role. Residential High Value Insurance Appraisers are compensated through contract fees for each completed assignment.
More on the Job Responsibilities
Primary Requirements:
- Professionally interact over the phone, via email, and in-person
- Conduct on-site and/or virtual property surveys on high value
- Identify and document the construction materials/characteristics
- Obtain measurements of the home and other structures on the
- Generate an estimated replacement value of the home, and identify
- Communicate the information gathered during on-site inspection in
website
Tools or Items You Must Provide:
- Digital camera
- Windows based computer (not a Mac)
- High speed internet access
- Reliable vehicle
- Measuring device such as: laser, 100 ft. tape, or measuring wheel
- Auto and General Liability Insurance
Please also note that the data shared through the job application will be stored and processed by EXL in accordance with the EXL Privacy Policy.
Application & Interview Impersonation Warning – Purposely impersonating another individual when applying and / or participating in an interview in order to obtain employment with EXL Service Holdings, Inc. (the “Company”) for yourself or for the other individual is a crime. We have implemented measures to deter and to uncover such unlawful conduct. If the Company identifies such fraudulent conduct, it will result in, as applicable, the application being rejected, an offer (if made) being rescinded, or termination of employment as well as possible legal action against the impersonator(s).
EXL may use artificial intelligence to create insights on how your candidate information matches the requirements of the job for which you applied. While AI may be used in the recruiting process, all final decisions in the recruiting and hiring process will be taken by the recruiting and hiring teams after considering a candidate’s full profile. As a candidate, you can choose to opt out of this artificial intelligence screening process. Your decision to opt out will not negatively impact your opportunity for employment with EXL.
Commercial and personal line insurance carriers rely on EXL as a key business partner through our Castle High Value and EXL Risk Control service offerings. We offer a variety of field appraisal, inspection and risk control services to support our clients’ underwriting processes. EXL delivers industry-leading professionalism, quality and turn-around time, and our innovative solutions help our clients keep ahead of the competition. Castle High Value is the premier provider of high value residential insurance surveys to the insurance industry
nationwide. https://www.exlservice.com/industries/insurance/castle-high-value
The Position
Castle High Value is looking for self-directed independent contractors to work from their own home or office and service both virtual and physical survey/inspection assignments in the Tucson, AZ area and within a territory of approximately 70 - 100 miles of Tucson.
Experience in real estate, insurance, inspection, construction or appraising experience is a plus, but all interested candidates are encouraged to submit their qualifications. A 15 hour online training course can get you certified. Fees are negotiable depending on experience and the unique aspects of selected jobs.
You will be responsible to schedule and conduct both site-based and virtual High Value Home property surveys that will be used for homeowners’ insurance purposes. This involves coordinating and completing surveys within your own schedule, managing work assignments you accept, and solid computer skills as all reports are web-based and completed online.
If you are looking for flexibility, the ability to work independently, and have an interest in real-estate, construction, or interior design, then this might be the right opportunity for you.
This position is structured as an independent contractor role. Residential High Value Insurance Appraisers are compensated through contract fees for each completed assignment.
More on the Job Responsibilities
Primary Requirements:
- Professionally interact over the phone, via email, and in-person
- Conduct on-site and/or virtual property surveys on high value
- Identify and document the construction materials/characteristics
- Obtain measurements of the home and other structures on the
- Generate an estimated replacement value of the home, and identify
- Communicate the information gathered during on-site inspection in
website
Tools or Items You Must Provide:
- Digital camera
- Windows based computer (not a Mac)
- High speed internet access
- Reliable vehicle
- Measuring device such as: laser, 100 ft. tape, or measuring wheel
- Auto and General Liability Insurance
Please also note that the data shared through the job application will be stored and processed by EXL in accordance with the EXL Privacy Policy.
Application & Interview Impersonation Warning – Purposely impersonating another individual when applying and / or participating in an interview in order to obtain employment with EXL Service Holdings, Inc. (the “Company”) for yourself or for the other individual is a crime. We have implemented measures to deter and to uncover such unlawful conduct. If the Company identifies such fraudulent conduct, it will result in, as applicable, the application being rejected, an offer (if made) being rescinded, or termination of employment as well as possible legal action against the impersonator(s).
EXL may use artificial intelligence to create insights on how your candidate information matches the requirements of the job for which you applied. While AI may be used in the recruiting process, all final decisions in the recruiting and hiring process will be taken by the recruiting and hiring teams after considering a candidate’s full profile. As a candidate, you can choose to opt out of this artificial intelligence screening process. Your decision to opt out will not negatively impact your opportunity for employment with EXL.
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Who's Hiring
- EXL Service22
- Accurity1
- True Footage1
- BTI Appraisal1B
- York Valuation1Y
Top Industries Hiring
- Technology & Software
- Consulting & Professional Services
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in residential appraiser jobs.
- State-issued Certified Residential Appraiser license or trainee registration in good standing
- Proficiency with TOTAL by a la mode or similar appraisal software for URAR report completion
- Minimum of two to five years of residential appraisal experience completing FNMA-compliant reports
- Working knowledge of USPAP standards and ability to pass a background check for AMC panel approval
- Ability to conduct field inspections and measure properties using standard interior and exterior methods
- Experience with comparable sales analysis, market condition adjustments, and cost and income approach methods
Tips for Your Residential Appraiser Job Search
Tailor your resume to license level
Employers filter applications by license tier, so your resume should lead with your current credential, whether trainee, licensed, certified residential, or certified general, and list the state or states where you hold that credential. Ambiguity here costs you interviews.
Highlight your AMC and lender experience
Many residential appraiser openings come through appraisal management companies and direct lenders, not independent firms. Call out any AMC panels you're approved on and the lender types you've completed assignments for, since reviewers use that to gauge your production volume and turnaround reliability.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists residential appraiser openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Filter openings by geographic coverage requirements
Some roles require you to cover a single county while others expect a multi-county radius or even statewide assignments. Read the coverage area in each posting carefully before applying, so you don't reach the offer stage only to find the territory doesn't work with your situation.
Prepare comps and report samples before interviews
Hiring managers for staff appraiser roles often ask you to walk through a past appraisal decision or explain how you handled a difficult comparable. Bring anonymized samples of URAR reports or complex assignments and be ready to defend your adjustments, since that conversation usually determines the offer.
Negotiate your fee split or salary structure clearly
Staff appraiser roles may pay salary, fee-per-report, or a split of the assignment fee. Ask during the offer stage exactly how production volume affects your take-home, and get the fee schedule in writing before you accept, because the structure varies widely between employers.
Residential Appraiser Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most residential appraisers?
The companies hiring the most residential appraisers right now include EXL Service, Accurity, and True Footage, with the largest share of openings in Virginia, Colorado, and Arizona, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Demand tends to track mortgage origination volume, so hiring activity shifts across lenders, appraisal management companies, and government-sponsored enterprises throughout the year.
How many residential appraiser jobs are remote?
About 84% of residential appraiser openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, though the nature of field inspections means most roles require in-person property visits within an assigned territory. Report writing, QC review, and desk review appraiser positions are the sub-areas most likely to offer fully remote arrangements.
How do you become a residential appraiser?
You start as a registered trainee appraiser under a state-certified supervisor, completing required education hours and a minimum number of supervised hours before you can sit for the licensed or certified residential exam. After passing the exam and meeting your state's experience threshold, you apply for your credential through your state appraisal regulatory board. Each state sets its own hour and education requirements, so confirm the specifics with your state board before you begin.
Can you get hired as a residential appraiser with little experience?
Yes, many firms hire at the trainee level specifically to develop their own appraisers, particularly appraisal management companies and larger mortgage lenders facing staffing shortages. Your best entry points are roles that advertise trainee or appraiser assistant positions, ideally with a supervising appraiser on staff. Having completed your required pre-licensing education before you apply and showing familiarity with appraisal software strengthens your application even without field hours.
What does the residential appraiser interview process look like?
Most employers start with a phone screen to confirm your license status, geographic coverage ability, and software proficiency. A second conversation typically involves a hiring manager or chief appraiser who walks through your report experience and asks how you handle difficult comps or unusual property types. Some firms ask you to review a sample report or complete a short written exercise before extending an offer.
Where can I find and apply to residential appraiser jobs?
You can find and apply to residential appraiser jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search for roles that fit your license level, territory preference, and experience, then apply directly to each listing that matches what you're looking for.
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