Personal property valuer
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Work environment
- Usually work regular business hours but may work extra hours
- Usually work in offices
- Need to be accurate, responsible and communicate well
Salary information
Typical tasks
- Estimate the value of personal and business items
- Find information to provide services to clients
- Inspect items for damage or defects
- Follow legal and ethical guidelines for valuations
- Put together data or documentation
- Create databases to store records
- Enter information into databases
- Maintain data in information systems
- Decide financial actions
Outlook
The personal property valuation sector is evolving as digital marketplaces, online auctions and data-driven valuation tools make information more accessible. In New Zealand and internationally, growing interest in collectibles, luxury goods, art and other high-value assets continues to support demand for professional valuations. Technology is improving how items are researched, authenticated and valued, while accurate assessments remain important for sales, insurance and estate planning.
What employers and industry want in graduates
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy
- Research and information-gathering skills
- Ability to analyse market trends and values
- Sound judgement and decision-making ability
- Clear written and verbal communication
- Professional integrity and ethical practice
AUT programmes
The above is a suggestion only and a starting point. You may need to meet other criteria or take additional steps to work in this career.
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