Lending officers and mortgage analysts are employed by financial institutions such as banks, insurance companies, and mortgage bankers. Real estate appraisers estimate the value of property for lenders, investors, developers, courts of law, and public land use agencies. Investment counselors act as special advisors to investors in both private and public sectors by analyzing market information and helping clients make real estate investment decisions. Real estate brokers act as intermediaries between buyers and sellers. They facilitate sales and lending transactions for all types of property, and often have a specialty.
Land developers plan and develop real estate projects.
Specific functions include selecting sites, submitting plans, gaining governmental approvals, arranging financing, contracting with builders, and marketing these projects. Property and asset managers are responsible for the successful operation of existing properties, such as office buildings, shopping centers, industrial parks and residential apartments. Corporate real estate managers handle acquisition, operation and disposition of the real estate assets of large corporations such as industrial companies, major utilities, and retail chains. To further explore career options in this field, visit the Career Services Website.