Real Estate Valuation Analyst

LendingHome is reimagining the mortgage process from the ground up by combining innovative technology with an experienced team. Our goal is to create a seamless, transparent process for homebuyers, real estate professionals, and investors.

A qualified Real Estate Valuation Analyst provides analytical support in underwriting mortgage loan investments. Pivotal to the success of a valuation team member candidate is previous experience as a residential real estate appraiser as well as a strong aptitude in finance, accounting, and economics. Needs to have a thorough understanding of real estate and capital markets vocabulary, good familiarity with analytic programs such as Excel, and an ability to communicate ideas and recommendations orally and in writing, as well as the ability to work independently as a member of a team.

* Perform initial intake steps with prospective borrower applications to evaluate whether the borrowing needs and collateral fall within LendingHome's lending parameters. * Researching and analyzing collateral value based on variety of factors, including: intrinsic value, replacement cost, market comparisons, local and regional market and economics. * Allocating value to land, improvements and evaluate plausible exit scenarios. * Presenting verbal and written analysis, being able to defend it and make recommendations to business development and operations teams. * Analyzing data collected through BPOs and interpreting which value is valid and pertinent to the valuation of a specific property. * Responding to questions and concerns regarding property valuations. * Providing analytical support and completing special projects for all functional areas within the real estate loan portfolio. * Maintaining a database of funded transactions for marketing and market research teams. * Communicating with borrower on LendingHome valuations by providing them with rate options.

* Education: Bachelor's degree in Finance, Business or Real Estate from a nationally recognized college or university. Other concentrations may be considered if an applicant has sufficient relevant work experience in real estate valuation. * Experience: 5 years of experience valuing residential real estate in a multi-state lending environment. * Skills/Ability: Strong written and verbal communication skills; must be able to adapt well to a fast-paced and constantly changing business environment; PC proficient at the intermediate level; comfortable with new technology systems and paperless environment, demonstrated ability to work in a team-oriented environment; demonstrated ability to provide good customer service.