The AXIS Appraiser Panel is composed of highly qualified
appraisers with a minimum of 5 years experience in the local
markets to which they are qualified to appraise.
Each appraiser on the AXIS panel is highly screened prior to
AXIS approval. Appraisers work for AXIS as independent
contractors.
The AXIS approach to developing its Appraiser Panel is unique in
the industry for several reasons:
- The process begins when an appraiser believes he/she meets our
criteria and e-mails appraisers@axis-amc.com a
complete application package. To be considered, appraisers
must have five years of experience and must be certified license
holders. A complete application includes:
- a cover letter that introduces you to AXIS. It should
state that you have reviewed our fee schedule and work requirements
and are in agreement with the philosophy and requirements of the
company. It should also state information about your work
experience and customer service that makes you standout as an
excellent candidate for inclusion on the AXIS panel.
- a resume that evidences 5 years of appraisal experience,
additional work experience, and education and course work.
- 2 recent work samples - we read them and look for correct
grammar & spelling, data-supported appraisal practice,
narratives that tell not what you did but why you did it, and
USPAP compliance. Current license & E&O insurance
docs.
- W-9
- two letters of reference - or references completed on our on
line referral system. References must be from industry
leaders in loan production, real estate or lending which
represents two separate sources.
- Once the application package is received, documents are
carefully screened and licensed history is checked with the state
licensing board to ensure good standing.
- AXIS interviews the appraiser to discuss his/her background,
expertise and qualifications in a particular local market.
- Approved Panel Appraisers are provided training related to the
web-based tool, and ongoing training as part of the
lender-appraiser feedback loop. An approved Panel Appraiser's
service level and work product are carefully screened until the
appraiser qualifies as an Affiliate Appraiser.
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