[Core] [23% incumbents] Write descriptions of the property being appraised.
  DWAs: Write informational material.

[Core] [23% incumbents] Determine the appropriate type of valuation to make, such as fair market, replacement, or liquidation, based on the needs of the property owner.
  DWAs: Determine operational procedures.

[Core] [23% incumbents] Document physical characteristics of property such as measurements, quality, and design.
  DWAs: Write reports or evaluations.

[Core] [23% incumbents] Calculate the value of property based on comparisons to recent sales, estimated cost to reproduce, and anticipated property income streams.
  DWAs: Appraise property values.

[Core] [23% incumbents] Locate and record data on sales of comparable property using specialized software, internet searches, or personal records.
  DWAs: Gather information in order to provide services to clients. | Enter information into databases or software programs.

[Core] [23% incumbents] Write and submit appraisal reports for property, such as jewelry, art, antiques, collectibles, and equipment.
  DWAs: Write reports or evaluations.

[Core] [23% incumbents] Inspect personal or business property.
  DWAs: Inspect items for damage or defects.

[Core] [23% incumbents] Create and maintain a database of completed appraisals.
  DWAs: Compile data or documentation. | Create databases to store electronic data. | Maintain data in information systems or databases.

[Core] [23% incumbents] Take photographs of property.
  DWAs: Record images needed to address work issues.

[Core] [23% incumbents] Verify that property matches legal descriptions or certifications.
  DWAs: Verify information or specifications.

[Core] [23% incumbents] Update appraisals when property has been improved, damaged, or has otherwise changed.
  DWAs: Appraise property values. | Update computer database information.

[Core] [23% incumbents] Testify in court as to the value of a piece of tangible property.
  DWAs: Testify at legal or legislative proceedings.

[Core] [23% incumbents] Forecast the value of property.
  DWAs: Forecast economic, political, or social trends.

[Supplemental] [23% incumbents] Recommend loan amounts based on the value of property being used as collateral.
  DWAs: Implement financial decisions.

--- SKILLS ---
  Reading Comprehension (imp:3.88 lvl:3.88) — Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work-related documents.
  Critical Thinking (imp:3.62 lvl:3.50) — Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternativ
  Writing (imp:3.50 lvl:3.50) — Communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audienc
  Active Listening (imp:3.38 lvl:3.62) — Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand
  Speaking (imp:3.38 lvl:3.38) — Talking to others to convey information effectively.
  Active Learning (imp:3.12 lvl:3.00) — Understanding the implications of new information for both current and future pr
  Mathematics (imp:2.88 lvl:3.25) — Using mathematics to solve problems.
  Monitoring (imp:2.88 lvl:2.88) — Monitoring/Assessing performance of yourself, other individuals, or organization
  Learning Strategies (imp:2.50 lvl:2.88) — Selecting and using training/instructional methods and procedures appropriate fo
  Science (imp:1.38 lvl:0.62) — Using scientific rules and methods to solve problems.

--- KNOWLEDGE ---
  English Language (imp:4.14 lvl:4.59) — Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the mea
  Customer and Personal Service (imp:3.70 lvl:4.04) — Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal servic
  Mathematics (imp:3.39 lvl:3.87) — Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, and their appl
  Administrative (imp:3.17 lvl:4.35) — Knowledge of administrative and office procedures and systems such as word proce
  Administration and Management (imp:3.13 lvl:3.96) — Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, 
  Computers and Electronics (imp:3.09 lvl:3.91) — Knowledge of circuit boards, processors, chips, electronic equipment, and comput
  Economics and Accounting (imp:2.96 lvl:3.30) — Knowledge of economic and accounting principles and practices, the financial mar
  Law and Government (imp:2.82 lvl:3.43) — Knowledge of laws, legal codes, court procedures, precedents, government regulat
  Sales and Marketing (imp:2.74 lvl:4.09) — Knowledge of principles and methods for showing, promoting, and selling products
  Fine Arts (imp:2.52 lvl:2.35) — Knowledge of the theory and techniques required to compose, produce, and perform
  History and Archeology (imp:2.43 lvl:2.57) — Knowledge of historical events and their causes, indicators, and effects on civi
  Communications and Media (imp:2.43 lvl:2.61) — Knowledge of media production, communication, and dissemination techniques and m
  Education and Training (imp:2.35 lvl:2.35) — Knowledge of principles and methods for curriculum and training design, teaching
  Production and Processing (imp:2.30 lvl:2.30) — Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and ot
  Engineering and Technology (imp:2.23 lvl:2.10) — Knowledge of the practical application of engineering science and technology. Th
  Design (imp:2.18 lvl:1.59) — Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principles involved in production of 
  Personnel and Human Resources (imp:2.13 lvl:2.35) — Knowledge of principles and procedures for personnel recruitment, selection, tra
  Mechanical (imp:2.04 lvl:1.96) — Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and main
  Transportation (imp:1.96 lvl:1.74) — Knowledge of principles and methods for moving people or goods by air, rail, sea
  Geography (imp:1.86 lvl:2.00) — Knowledge of principles and methods for describing the features of land, sea, an
  Psychology (imp:1.74 lvl:1.61) — Knowledge of human behavior and performance; individual differences in ability, 
  Sociology and Anthropology (imp:1.65 lvl:1.35) — Knowledge of group behavior and dynamics, societal trends and influences, human 
  Telecommunications (imp:1.65 lvl:1.13) — Knowledge of transmission, broadcasting, switching, control, and operation of te
  Building and Construction (imp:1.59 lvl:1.05) — Knowledge of materials, methods, and the tools involved in the construction or r
  Philosophy and Theology (imp:1.57 lvl:1.30) — Knowledge of different philosophical systems and religions. This includes their 
  Food Production (imp:1.55 lvl:1.09) — Knowledge of techniques and equipment for planting, growing, and harvesting food
  Foreign Language (imp:1.52 lvl:1.00) — Knowledge of the structure and content of a foreign (non-English) language inclu
  Public Safety and Security (imp:1.50 lvl:0.96) — Knowledge of relevant equipment, policies, procedures, and strategies to promote
  Physics (imp:1.35 lvl:0.96) — Knowledge and prediction of physical principles, laws, their interrelationships,
  Chemistry (imp:1.30 lvl:0.74) — Knowledge of the chemical composition, structure, and properties of substances a
  Biology (imp:1.26 lvl:0.52) — Knowledge of plant and animal organisms, their tissues, cells, functions, interd
  Therapy and Counseling (imp:1.22 lvl:0.39) — Knowledge of principles, methods, and procedures for diagnosis, treatment, and r
  Medicine and Dentistry (imp:1.13 lvl:0.35) — Knowledge of the information and techniques needed to diagnose and treat human i

--- ABILITIES ---
  Oral Comprehension (imp:4.00 lvl:3.88) — The ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through 
  Near Vision (imp:4.00 lvl:4.12) — The ability to see details at close range (within a few feet of the observer).
  Written Comprehension (imp:3.88 lvl:4.00) — The ability to read and understand information and ideas presented in writing.
  Oral Expression (imp:3.88 lvl:3.88) — The ability to communicate information and ideas in speaking so others will unde
  Speech Recognition (imp:3.88 lvl:3.88) — The ability to identify and understand the speech of another person.
  Deductive Reasoning (imp:3.75 lvl:3.75) — The ability to apply general rules to specific problems to produce answers that 
  Inductive Reasoning (imp:3.75 lvl:3.62) — The ability to combine pieces of information to form general rules or conclusion
  Speech Clarity (imp:3.75 lvl:3.25) — The ability to speak clearly so others can understand you.
  Written Expression (imp:3.62 lvl:3.62) — The ability to communicate information and ideas in writing so others will under
  Information Ordering (imp:3.62 lvl:3.62) — The ability to arrange things or actions in a certain order or pattern according
  Problem Sensitivity (imp:3.50 lvl:3.25) — The ability to tell when something is wrong or is likely to go wrong. It does no
  Category Flexibility (imp:3.50 lvl:3.75) — The ability to generate or use different sets of rules for combining or grouping
  Mathematical Reasoning (imp:3.25 lvl:3.00) — The ability to choose the right mathematical methods or formulas to solve a prob
  Number Facility (imp:3.25 lvl:3.00) — The ability to add, subtract, multiply, or divide quickly and correctly.
  Far Vision (imp:3.25 lvl:3.25) — The ability to see details at a distance.
  Selective Attention (imp:3.00 lvl:3.25) — The ability to concentrate on a task over a period of time without being distrac
  Visual Color Discrimination (imp:3.00 lvl:2.88) — The ability to match or detect differences between colors, including shades of c
  Flexibility of Closure (imp:2.88 lvl:2.88) — The ability to identify or detect a known pattern (a figure, object, word, or so
  Speed of Closure (imp:2.75 lvl:3.12) — The ability to quickly make sense of, combine, and organize information into mea
  Fluency of Ideas (imp:2.62 lvl:2.88) — The ability to come up with a number of ideas about a topic (the number of ideas
  Originality (imp:2.62 lvl:2.75) — The ability to come up with unusual or clever ideas about a given topic or situa
  Perceptual Speed (imp:2.62 lvl:3.12) — The ability to quickly and accurately compare similarities and differences among
  Visualization (imp:2.50 lvl:2.75) — The ability to imagine how something will look after it is moved around or when 
  Memorization (imp:2.38 lvl:2.50) — The ability to remember information such as words, numbers, pictures, and proced
  Hearing Sensitivity (imp:2.25 lvl:1.88) — The ability to detect or tell the differences between sounds that vary in pitch 
  Time Sharing (imp:2.12 lvl:2.25) — The ability to shift back and forth between two or more activities or sources of
  Auditory Attention (imp:2.12 lvl:2.00) — The ability to focus on a single source of sound in the presence of other distra
  Finger Dexterity (imp:2.00 lvl:1.75) — The ability to make precisely coordinated movements of the fingers of one or bot
  Trunk Strength (imp:2.00 lvl:1.50) — The ability to use your abdominal and lower back muscles to support part of the 
  Depth Perception (imp:2.00 lvl:1.75) — The ability to judge which of several objects is closer or farther away from you
  Spatial Orientation (imp:1.75 lvl:1.00) — The ability to know your location in relation to the environment or to know wher
  Arm-Hand Steadiness (imp:1.75 lvl:1.25) — The ability to keep your hand and arm steady while moving your arm or while hold
  Manual Dexterity (imp:1.75 lvl:1.38) — The ability to quickly move your hand, your hand together with your arm, or your
  Control Precision (imp:1.62 lvl:0.88) — The ability to quickly and repeatedly adjust the controls of a machine or a vehi
  Wrist-Finger Speed (imp:1.62 lvl:1.12) — The ability to make fast, simple, repeated movements of the fingers, hands, and 
  Static Strength (imp:1.62 lvl:1.12) — The ability to exert maximum muscle force to lift, push, pull, or carry objects.
  Dynamic Strength (imp:1.62 lvl:1.12) — The ability to exert muscle force repeatedly or continuously over time. This inv
  Stamina (imp:1.62 lvl:0.88) — The ability to exert yourself physically over long periods of time without getti
  Extent Flexibility (imp:1.62 lvl:1.12) — The ability to bend, stretch, twist, or reach with your body, arms, and/or legs.
  Gross Body Equilibrium (imp:1.62 lvl:1.00) — The ability to keep or regain your body balance or stay upright when in an unsta
  Gross Body Coordination (imp:1.50 lvl:0.88) — The ability to coordinate the movement of your arms, legs, and torso together wh
  Multilimb Coordination (imp:1.38 lvl:0.62) — The ability to coordinate two or more limbs (for example, two arms, two legs, or
  Explosive Strength (imp:1.38 lvl:0.75) — The ability to use short bursts of muscle force to propel oneself (as in jumping
  Peripheral Vision (imp:1.38 lvl:0.50) — The ability to see objects or movement of objects to one's side when the eyes ar
  Reaction Time (imp:1.25 lvl:0.25) — The ability to quickly respond (with the hand, finger, or foot) to a signal (sou
  Sound Localization (imp:1.25 lvl:0.50) — The ability to tell the direction from which a sound originated.
  Response Orientation (imp:1.12 lvl:0.25) — The ability to choose quickly between two or more movements in response to two o
  Rate Control (imp:1.12 lvl:0.25) — The ability to time your movements or the movement of a piece of equipment in an
  Speed of Limb Movement (imp:1.12 lvl:0.25) — The ability to quickly move the arms and legs.
  Night Vision (imp:1.12 lvl:0.25) — The ability to see under low-light conditions.
  Glare Sensitivity (imp:1.12 lvl:0.25) — The ability to see objects in the presence of a glare or bright lighting.
  Dynamic Flexibility (imp:1.00) — The ability to quickly and repeatedly bend, stretch, twist, or reach out with yo

--- WORK ACTIVITIES ---
  Getting Information (imp:4.83 lvl:4.96) — Observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sour
  Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events (imp:4.65 lvl:5.09) — Identifying information by categorizing, estimating, recognizing differences or 
  Analyzing Data or Information (imp:4.65 lvl:5.00) — Identifying the underlying principles, reasons, or facts of information by break
  Processing Information (imp:4.61 lvl:5.00) — Compiling, coding, categorizing, calculating, tabulating, auditing, or verifying
  Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge (imp:4.61 lvl:5.17) — Keeping up-to-date technically and applying new knowledge to your job.
  Documenting/Recording Information (imp:4.48 lvl:4.22) — Entering, transcribing, recording, storing, or maintaining information in writte
  Judging the Qualities of Objects, Services, or People (imp:4.39 lvl:5.17) — Assessing the value, importance, or quality of things or people.
  Making Decisions and Solving Problems (imp:4.39 lvl:4.96) — Analyzing information and evaluating results to choose the best solution and sol
  Working with Computers (imp:4.39 lvl:3.52) — Using computers and computer systems (including hardware and software) to progra
  Evaluating Information to Determine Compliance with Standards (imp:4.13 lvl:4.48) — Using relevant information and individual judgment to determine whether events o
  Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships (imp:4.00 lvl:4.78) — Developing constructive and cooperative working relationships with others, and m
  Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Materials (imp:3.96 lvl:4.48) — Inspecting equipment, structures, or materials to identify the cause of errors o
  Estimating the Quantifiable Characteristics of Products, Events, or Information (imp:3.96 lvl:4.04) — Estimating sizes, distances, and quantities; or determining time, costs, resourc
  Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work (imp:3.96 lvl:4.78) — Developing specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish your
  Communicating with People Outside the Organization (imp:3.96 lvl:4.61) — Communicating with people outside the organization, representing the organizatio
  Interpreting the Meaning of Information for Others (imp:3.91 lvl:3.52) — Translating or explaining what information means and how it can be used.
  Performing Administrative Activities (imp:3.74 lvl:4.17) — Performing day-to-day administrative tasks such as maintaining information files
  Scheduling Work and Activities (imp:3.48 lvl:3.96) — Scheduling events, programs, and activities, as well as the work of others.
  Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates (imp:3.48 lvl:3.87) — Providing information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone,
  Developing Objectives and Strategies (imp:3.30 lvl:3.70) — Establishing long-range objectives and specifying the strategies and actions to 
  Thinking Creatively (imp:3.26 lvl:3.65) — Developing, designing, or creating new applications, ideas, relationships, syste
  Providing Consultation and Advice to Others (imp:3.26 lvl:3.91) — Providing guidance and expert advice to management or other groups on technical,
  Coordinating the Work and Activities of Others (imp:3.13 lvl:3.70) — Getting members of a group to work together to accomplish tasks.
  Monitoring Processes, Materials, or Surroundings (imp:3.04 lvl:3.30) — Monitoring and reviewing information from materials, events, or the environment,
  Performing for or Working Directly with the Public (imp:3.04 lvl:3.26) — Performing for people or dealing directly with the public. This includes serving
  Performing General Physical Activities (imp:2.96 lvl:3.09) — Performing general physical activities includes doing activities that require co
  Training and Teaching Others (imp:2.96 lvl:3.48) — Identifying the educational needs of others, developing formal educational or tr
  Handling and Moving Objects (imp:2.87 lvl:3.04) — Using hands and arms in handling, installing, positioning, and moving materials,
  Developing and Building Teams (imp:2.87 lvl:3.13) — Encouraging and building mutual trust, respect, and cooperation among team membe
  Monitoring and Controlling Resources (imp:2.83 lvl:3.00) — Monitoring and controlling resources and overseeing the spending of money.
  Guiding, Directing, and Motivating Subordinates (imp:2.82 lvl:3.22) — Providing guidance and direction to subordinates, including setting performance 
  Coaching and Developing Others (imp:2.74 lvl:3.61) — Identifying the developmental needs of others and coaching, mentoring, or otherw
  Resolving Conflicts and Negotiating with Others (imp:2.65 lvl:3.61) — Handling complaints, settling disputes, and resolving grievances and conflicts, 
  Selling or Influencing Others (imp:2.59 lvl:2.91) — Convincing others to buy merchandise/goods or to otherwise change their minds or
  Assisting and Caring for Others (imp:2.04 lvl:1.65) — Providing personal assistance, medical attention, emotional support, or other pe
  Staffing Organizational Units (imp:2.00 lvl:1.87) — Recruiting, interviewing, selecting, hiring, and promoting employees in an organ
  Operating Vehicles, Mechanized Devices, or Equipment (imp:1.83 lvl:1.39) — Running, maneuvering, navigating, or driving vehicles or mechanized equipment, s
  Repairing and Maintaining Electronic Equipment (imp:1.59 lvl:1.00) — Servicing, repairing, calibrating, regulating, fine-tuning, or testing machines,
  Controlling Machines and Processes (imp:1.57 lvl:0.96) — Using either control mechanisms or direct physical activity to operate machines 
  Drafting, Laying Out, and Specifying Technical Devices, Parts, and Equipment (imp:1.52 lvl:0.83) — Providing documentation, detailed instructions, drawings, or specifications to t
  Repairing and Maintaining Mechanical Equipment (imp:1.39 lvl:0.65) — Servicing, repairing, adjusting, and testing machines, devices, moving parts, an

--- WORK STYLES ---
  Attention to Detail (imp:3.00) — A tendency to be detail-oriented, organized, and thorough in completing work.
  Attention to Detail (imp:2.77) — A tendency to be detail-oriented, organized, and thorough in completing work.
  Integrity (imp:2.40) — A tendency to be honest and ethical at work.
  Cautiousness (imp:2.06) — A tendency to be careful, deliberate, and risk-avoidant when making work-related
  Integrity (imp:2.00) — A tendency to be honest and ethical at work.
  Dependability (imp:1.90) — A tendency to be reliable, responsible, and consistent in meeting work-related o
  Self-Confidence (imp:1.76) — A tendency to believe in one's work-related capabilities and ability to control 
  Achievement Orientation (imp:1.66) — A tendency to establish and maintain personally challenging work-related goals, 
  Perseverance (imp:1.46) — A tendency to exhibit determination and resolve to perform or complete tasks in 
  Sincerity (imp:1.39) — A tendency to be genuine and sincere in interactions with others at work, withou
  Tolerance for Ambiguity (imp:1.35) — A tendency to be comfortable with ambiguity and uncertainty at work.
  Self-Control (imp:1.22) — A tendency to remain calm and composed and to manage emotions effectively in res
  Intellectual Curiosity (imp:1.02) — A tendency to seek out and acquire new work-related knowledge and obtain a deep 
  Cautiousness (imp:1.00) — A tendency to be careful, deliberate, and risk-avoidant when making work-related
  Adaptability (imp:0.71) — A tendency to be open to and comfortable with change, new experiences, or ideas 
  Innovation (imp:0.53) — A tendency to be inventive, to be imaginative, and to adopt new perspectives on 
  Social Orientation (imp:0.47) — A tendency to seek out, enjoy, and be energized by social interaction at work.
  Leadership Orientation (imp:0.27) — A tendency to lead, take charge, offer opinions, and provide direction at work.
  Stress Tolerance (imp:0.20) — A tendency to cope and function effectively in stressful situations at work.
  Initiative (imp:0.16) — A tendency to be proactive and take on extra responsibilities and tasks that may
  Humility (imp:0.15) — A tendency to be modest and humble when interacting with others at work.
  Innovation () — A tendency to be inventive, to be imaginative, and to adopt new perspectives on 
  Achievement Orientation () — A tendency to establish and maintain personally challenging work-related goals, 
  Intellectual Curiosity () — A tendency to seek out and acquire new work-related knowledge and obtain a deep 
  Tolerance for Ambiguity () — A tendency to be comfortable with ambiguity and uncertainty at work.
  Initiative () — A tendency to be proactive and take on extra responsibilities and tasks that may
  Adaptability () — A tendency to be open to and comfortable with change, new experiences, or ideas 
  Self-Confidence () — A tendency to believe in one's work-related capabilities and ability to control 
  Perseverance () — A tendency to exhibit determination and resolve to perform or complete tasks in 
  Leadership Orientation () — A tendency to lead, take charge, offer opinions, and provide direction at work.
  Humility () — A tendency to be modest and humble when interacting with others at work.
  Sincerity () — A tendency to be genuine and sincere in interactions with others at work, withou
  Empathy () — A tendency to show concern for others and be sensitive to others' needs and feel
  Cooperation () — A tendency to be pleasant, helpful, and willing to assist others at work.
  Optimism () — A tendency to exhibit a positive attitude and positive emotions at work, even un
  Social Orientation () — A tendency to seek out, enjoy, and be energized by social interaction at work.
  Dependability () — A tendency to be reliable, responsible, and consistent in meeting work-related o
  Stress Tolerance () — A tendency to cope and function effectively in stressful situations at work.
  Self-Control () — A tendency to remain calm and composed and to manage emotions effectively in res
  Optimism (imp:-0.04) — A tendency to exhibit a positive attitude and positive emotions at work, even un
  Cooperation (imp:-0.11) — A tendency to be pleasant, helpful, and willing to assist others at work.
  Empathy (imp:-0.29) — A tendency to show concern for others and be sensitive to others' needs and feel

--- TRANSFERABLE SKILLS ---
  Complex Problem Solving (imp:3.00 lvl:2.75) — Identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and ev
  Judgment and Decision Making (imp:3.00 lvl:3.25) — Considering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the m
  Time Management (imp:3.00 lvl:3.00) — Managing one's own time and the time of others.
  Social Perceptiveness (imp:2.88 lvl:3.00) — Being aware of others' reactions and understanding why they react as they do.
  Persuasion (imp:2.88 lvl:3.12) — Persuading others to change their minds or behavior.
  Negotiation (imp:2.88 lvl:2.62) — Bringing others together and trying to reconcile differences.
  Service Orientation (imp:2.88 lvl:3.00) — Actively looking for ways to help people.
  Coordination (imp:2.75 lvl:3.00) — Adjusting actions in relation to others' actions.
  Systems Analysis (imp:2.50 lvl:2.38) — Determining how a system should work and how changes in conditions, operations, 
  Systems Evaluation (imp:2.50 lvl:2.62) — Identifying measures or indicators of system performance and the actions needed 
  Instructing (imp:2.25 lvl:2.50) — Teaching others how to do something.
  Quality Control Analysis (imp:2.12 lvl:2.00) — Conducting tests and inspections of products, services, or processes to evaluate
  Management of Personnel Resources (imp:2.12 lvl:2.50) — Motivating, developing, and directing people as they work, identifying the best 
  Management of Material Resources (imp:2.00 lvl:1.75) — Obtaining and seeing to the appropriate use of equipment, facilities, and materi
  Operations Monitoring (imp:1.88 lvl:1.38) — Watching gauges, dials, or other indicators to make sure a machine is working pr
  Management of Financial Resources (imp:1.88 lvl:1.62) — Determining how money will be spent to get the work done, and accounting for the
  Programming (imp:1.62 lvl:1.12) — Writing computer programs for various purposes.
  Troubleshooting (imp:1.62 lvl:1.12) — Determining causes of operating errors and deciding what to do about it.
  Operations Analysis (imp:1.50 lvl:0.62) — Analyzing needs and product requirements to create a design.
  Technology Design (imp:1.25 lvl:0.25) — Generating or adapting equipment and technology to serve user needs.
  Operation and Control (imp:1.25 lvl:0.25) — Controlling operations of equipment or systems.
  Equipment Maintenance (imp:1.12 lvl:0.25) — Performing routine maintenance on equipment and determining when and what kind o
  Repairing (imp:1.12 lvl:0.25) — Repairing machines or systems using the needed tools.
  Equipment Selection (imp:1.00) — Determining the kind of tools and equipment needed to do a job.
  Installation (imp:1.00) — Installing equipment, machines, wiring, or programs to meet specifications.

--- NATIONAL WAGES ---
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--- GEOGRAPHIC DISPERSION ---
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--- TOP INDUSTRIES BY EMPLOYMENT (0 total) ---

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--- SEMANTIC NEIGHBORS (5) ---

  Title: Personal property (similarity: 0.5574)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Personal_property
  QID: Q499094
  Extract: Personal property is property that is movable. In common law systems, personal property may also be called chattels or personalty. In civil law systems, personal property is often called movable property or movables—any property that can be moved from one location to another.

  Title: Appraiser (similarity: 0.3396)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Appraiser
  QID: Q10855106
  Extract: An appraiser is a person that develops an opinion of the market value or other value of a product, most notably real estate.

  Title: Real estate appraisal (similarity: 0.2769)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Real_estate_appraisal
  QID: Q512599
  Extract: 
Real estate appraisal, home appraisal, property valuation or land valuation is the process of assessing the value of real property. The appraisal is conducted by a licensed appraiser. Real estate transactions often require appraisals to ensure fairness, accuracy, and financial security for all part

  Title: The Modern Corporation and Private Property (similarity: 0.5057)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Modern_Corporation_and_Private_Property
  QID: Q7751863
  Extract: The Modern Corporation and Private Property is a book written by Adolf Berle and Gardiner Means published in 1932 regarding the foundations of United States corporate law. It explores the evolution of big business through a legal and economic lens, and argues that in the modern world those who legal

  Title: Real estate (similarity: 0.2909)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Real_estate
  QID: Q684740
  Extract: Real estate is a property consisting of land and the buildings on it, along with its natural resources such as growing crops, minerals or water, and wild animals, immovable property of this nature, real property or housing in general. In terms of law, real relates to land property and is different f

model_pass1          : claude-sonnet-4-20250514
model_pass2          : claude-haiku-4-5-20251001
inference_confidence : high
confidence_notes     : High confidence supported by detailed O*NET data including specific work activities, skills, knowledge areas, and task descriptions. Rich occupational data provides clear picture of role requirements and daily responsibilities.
inferred_at          : 2026-06-03T13:31:13.837799+00:00
tokens_input         : 4,349
tokens_output        : 4,535
cost_usd             : $0.047870
wikipedia_used       : False
wikipedia_title      : None
wikipedia_note       : No exact Wikipedia match found. Best semantic match was 'Personal property' with 0.557 similarity, providing general context about movable property but lacking specific occupational detail about appraisal professionals.

--- PROSE FIELDS ---

ROLE SUMMARY:
Appraisers of Personal and Business Property determine the fair market value of tangible assets including jewelry, art, antiques, collectibles, and business equipment through detailed inspection, research, and valuation analysis. They conduct thorough assessments using comparable sales data, reproduction costs, and market conditions to produce legally defensible appraisal reports. These professionals serve courts, insurance companies, estate planners, and businesses requiring accurate asset valuations for financial, legal, or tax purposes.

DAY IN THE LIFE:
Appraisers begin by inspecting and photographing items, documenting physical characteristics such as measurements, condition, and unique features that affect value. They research comparable sales using specialized software and databases, analyzing market trends and transaction history for similar items. Much of their time involves writing detailed appraisal reports that describe the property, explain valuation methodology, and justify their conclusions with supporting documentation. They maintain databases of completed appraisals and may testify in court proceedings about their valuations. Administrative tasks include client communication, scheduling appointments, and ensuring compliance with professional standards and legal requirements.

WHO THRIVES:
Successful appraisers possess exceptional attention to detail and analytical thinking skills, as small variations in condition or authenticity can dramatically impact value. They demonstrate strong written and oral communication abilities, translating complex valuation concepts into clear, defensible reports that withstand legal scrutiny. These professionals exhibit high integrity and ethical standards, understanding that their opinions carry significant financial consequences for clients. Those who excel combine methodical research skills with broad knowledge across multiple asset categories, from fine art authentication to industrial equipment specifications. The role attracts detail-oriented individuals who enjoy investigative work and can remain objective under pressure from interested parties.

CAREER ENTRY:
Most appraisers enter the field with a bachelor's degree, though 39.1% hold four-year degrees while 34.8% enter with associate degrees or some college coursework according to BLS data. Many begin as apprentices or trainees under experienced appraisers, learning specific asset categories and valuation methodologies. Professional certification through organizations like the American Society of Appraisers typically requires education, experience, and examination requirements that vary by specialty area. Some specialize immediately in areas like jewelry, art, or machinery, while others develop broader expertise across multiple asset types.

CAREER TRAJECTORY:
Experienced appraisers often establish independent practices or become partners in established firms, building client relationships and developing expertise in high-value specialty areas. Career advancement frequently leads to roles as senior appraisers, department managers, or expert witnesses in complex litigation cases. Some transition into related fields like asset management, auction houses, or insurance underwriting where valuation expertise commands premium compensation. The most successful appraisers develop reputations as authorities in specific asset categories, commanding higher fees for complex or disputed valuations.

MARKET INTELLIGENCE:
According to BLS OEWS May 2025 data, appraisers of personal and business property earn a median wage of approximately $62,000 annually, with significant variation based on specialization and geographic location. Demand remains stable but concentrated in major metropolitan areas where high-value assets and complex estates are more common. The field faces challenges from automated valuation models for standardized items, though human expertise remains essential for unique, high-value, or disputed property assessments. Geographic concentration occurs in financial centers and affluent regions where estate planning, litigation, and insurance claims drive consistent demand for professional appraisal services. Specialization in areas like fine art, antiques, or industrial equipment often commands premium rates compared to general personal property appraisal.

AUTOMATION OUTLOOK:
Core appraisal activities involving physical inspection, condition assessment, and expert judgment about unique or high-value items remain largely resistant to automation. While technology assists with comparable sales research and report generation, the fundamental work of identifying authenticity, assessing condition, and applying professional judgment to unusual items continues to require human expertise and cannot be easily automated.

--- REASONED EDGES ---
  [skill_overlap] Appraisers and Assessors of Real Estate (13-2023.00) — confidence:high
    reasoning: Both roles share identical top skills including Critical Thinking (3.5-3.6), Writing (3.5), and Mathematics (2.9-3.2), with similar analytical and documentation requirements.
    data: Critical Thinking skill overlap
    data: Writing skill overlap
    data: Mathematics knowledge overlap
    data: Similar report writing activities
  [task_similarity] Insurance Appraisers, Auto Damage (13-1032.00) — confidence:high
    reasoning: Both roles center on 'Judging the Qualities of Objects, Services, or People' (4.4+ importance) and require detailed documentation of physical characteristics and damage assessment.
    data: Judging Qualities work activity
    data: Physical inspection tasks
    data: Documentation requirements
    data: Damage assessment overlap
  [knowledge_overlap] Cost Estimators (13-1051.00) — confidence:high
    reasoning: Both occupations require Economics and Accounting knowledge (3.0+ importance) and Mathematics knowledge (3.4-3.9 levels) for valuation calculations and cost analysis.
    data: Economics and Accounting knowledge
    data: Mathematics knowledge
    data: Valuation methodology overlap
    data: Cost analysis requirements
  [riasec_cluster] Real Estate Brokers (41-9021.00) — confidence:medium
    reasoning: Both roles exhibit strong Conventional (C:6.00) and Enterprising (E:4.65) RIASEC patterns, indicating shared systematic analysis and business relationship orientations.
    data: Conventional RIASEC dominance
    data: Enterprising secondary pattern
    data: Client service orientation
    data: Business relationship requirements
  [transferable_skill] Loan Officers (13-2072.00) — confidence:medium
    reasoning: Transferable skills in Judgment and Decision Making (3.0-3.2) and Social Perceptiveness (2.9-3.0) apply directly to client consultation and risk assessment functions in lending.
    data: Judgment and Decision Making transferable skill
    data: Social Perceptiveness skill
    data: Client consultation overlap
    data: Financial risk assessment

--- NORMALIZER SIGNALS ---
  match_keywords   : ['appraiser', 'appraisal', 'valuation', 'personal property', 'business property', 'asset valuation', 'fair market value', 'tangible assets']
  exclude_keywords : ['real estate', 'land', 'residential', 'commercial real estate', 'property management']
  title_patterns   : ['*appraiser*', '*valuation*', '*property appraiser*', '*asset appraiser*', '*certified appraiser*']
  common_variations: ['personal property appraiser', 'business property appraiser', 'asset appraiser', 'certified appraiser', 'commercial appraiser', 'industrial appraiser', 'equipment appraiser', 'machinery appraiser']

total_terms    : 40
top_words      : ['tendency', 'property', 'others', 'equipment', 'personal', 'principles', 'value', 'control', 'includes', 'objects', 'ideas', 'appraisal', 'standards', 'resources', 'techniques', 'materials', 'activities', 'body', 'appraisers', 'valuation']
source_layers  : onet_tasks | onet_dimensions | dwas | wikipedia | inference

TERM                    COUNT     FREQ  DOMINANT SOURCE      SOURCE BREAKDOWN
──────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────
tendency                   42  0.01546  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
property                   39  0.01435  wikipedia            wikipedia:38%  onet_tasks:36%  inference:18%
others                     39  0.01435  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:97%  inference:3%
equipment                  27  0.00994  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:85%  inference:11%  onet_tasks:4%
personal                   16  0.00589  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:38%  wikipedia:25%  inference:25%
principles                 16  0.00589  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
value                      15  0.00552  inference            inference:47%  onet_tasks:27%  wikipedia:20%
control                    13  0.00479  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:92%  wikipedia:8%
includes                   12  0.00442  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
objects                    12  0.00442  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
ideas                      11  0.00405  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
appraisal                  10  0.00368  inference            inference:60%  wikipedia:30%  onet_tasks:10%
standards                  10  0.00368  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:80%  inference:20%
resources                  10  0.00368  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:90%  wikipedia:10%
techniques                 10  0.00368  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
materials                  10  0.00368  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
activities                 10  0.00368  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:90%  inference:10%
body                       10  0.00368  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
appraisers                 10  0.00368  inference            inference:100%
valuation                   9  0.00331  inference            inference:67%  wikipedia:22%  onet_tasks:11%
needs                       9  0.00331  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:89%  onet_tasks:11%
physical                    9  0.00331  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:67%  inference:22%  onet_tasks:11%
problems                    9  0.00331  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
procedures                  9  0.00331  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:89%  dwas:11%
human                       9  0.00331  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:78%  inference:22%
quickly                     9  0.00331  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
orientation                 9  0.00331  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
identifying                 9  0.00331  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:89%  inference:11%
developing                  9  0.00331  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:89%  inference:11%
sales                       8  0.00294  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:38%  inference:38%  onet_tasks:25%
written                     8  0.00294  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:75%  wikipedia:12%  inference:12%
monitoring                  8  0.00294  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
rules                       8  0.00294  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
providing                   8  0.00294  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:88%  inference:12%
services                    8  0.00294  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:75%  dwas:12%  inference:12%
management                  8  0.00294  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:88%  inference:12%
production                  8  0.00294  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
financial                   8  0.00294  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:38%  inference:38%  dwas:12%
events                      8  0.00294  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
needed                      8  0.00294  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:88%  dwas:12%