Appraiser

Manolo Eddie Ortiz

Phone: 773-***-****

E-mail: **********@*****.***

Summary

Highly motivated and qualified professional with a proven track record in the appraisal, inspection, and construction fields. Broad-based background encompasses an exceptional work ethic and a commitment to organizational objectives within a highly competitive and rapidly changing marketplace. Self-starter with the ability to successfully execute many complex tasks simultaneously and function effectively in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.

Experience

Peterson Appraisal Group/Kay Appraisals (Chicago land area, IL)

Commercial Appraiser (1/2003 – 4/2021)

oPerform on-site inspections to determine commercial property highest and best use of properties

oCollect and analyze property data - sales, market trends, capitalization rates

oExecute mass appraisal utilizing all recognized approaches to value - income, cost and sales

oResearch transactions, deeds, and titles of real property to maintain accuracy in property tax accounts

oUtilize a mass appraisal database for property specific data

oProvide job efficiency

oCollected property data in the field on both residential and commercial properties

oPerformed appraisals on many different property types including apartments, strip retail, condominiums, office buildings, warehouse, mixed-use buildings, new construction, vacant land, cell towers, gas stations, and churches

oEstablished above normal production in forming new accounts from sub-divided parcels

oConducted research of all attainable documents to provide accuracy in property tax accounts

oReviewed electrical, plumbing, and HVAC systems for compliance to underwriting guidelines

oReviewed and documented sprinkler and security system types

oProvided detailed loss control recommendations and risk assessment to insurance underwriters

oEstablished professional communications and maintained relationships with underwriters, agencies, and property owners

Peterson Appraisal Group (6035 N. Northwest Highway, Chicago, IL)

Appraisal Coordinator/ Secretary (1/2001 – 1/2003)

oMaintained client database for all current and past clients.

oPerformed inside sales calls to current and potential customers.

oReceived and processed orders for established and potential customers.

oProcessed incoming calls from customers and sales by providing product information, availability, pricing.

oPerformed order entry functions.

oPerform receptionist duties, including answering phones and collection calls as needed.

oPrepared appraisal reports, and assigned job orders.

oPrepare and revised work instructions.

oRegistered web-users, including password set-up and training of website use.

oProactively identify and resolve potential issues in order to improve report numbers.

oParticipate in special projects as needed.

oOrganized travel arrangements and expense reports.

oOrganized meetings and luncheons

oInterviewed and trained new staff

oOrdered supplies

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Northeastern Illinois University (5500 N. St. Louis Avenue, Chicago, IL)

Secretary Four (1/2000 – 1/2001)

oPreformed all aspects of administrative duties.

oPerformed clerical functions such as preparing correspondence, receiving visitors, arranging conference calls, and scheduling meetings.

oReported directly to the Department Chair of Financing.

oAssisted with budgets and financing

oHandled the designing of the department web-page

oAssisted prospective students with campus tours, information sessions, program planning, financial aid, new student orientation, course scheduling and registration.

oParticipated in special projects as needed

Education

Chicago State University

Business Administration, Management Information Systems (12/2010)

Oakton Community College

Associate of Science Degree (1/2003)

Certifications & Specialized Skills:

Bilingual (Fluent -English and Spanish)

Licensed Trainee Real-Estate Appraisal

MS Office (Excel, Word, Access, PowerPoint)

Training: Professional Interpersonal and Verbal Skills, A Positive Attitude and Firm Personality

Construction Training in Framing, Roofing, Electrical, Drywall, Trim-out, and Cabinetry

References

Available upon request

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