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Certified General Appraiser (1099 / Independent Contractor)
Location: North Central Iowa | Field Work
Company: Growthland
We are partnering with the owners of Growthland, a respected agricultural real estate, appraisal, and business advisory firm based in various locations in the state of Iowa, in the search for an experienced Certified General Appraiser to join their independent contractor network.
Growthland’s strongest need is in North Central Iowa, though they remain open to conversations with appraisers located in the Northwest or Northeast regions of the state of Iowa.
This unique partnership allows you to operate with the freedom and earning potential of a 1099 appraiser — while benefiting from Growthland’s unmatched data resources, systems, processes, and team support.
You May Be an Excellent Fit for Growthland If You Are:
- Currently operating independently as a Certified General Appraiser and want access to stronger systems, tools, and administrative support
- Leading a small appraisal team and need more scalable infrastructure (CRM, pipeline visibility, sales data, research support, report tools)
- Looking for a partnership that allows you to remain autonomous while gaining the benefits of an established appraisal network
- Wanting to spend more time on valuation, inspections, and client relationships — and less time on paperwork, billing, data gathering, and admin tasks
- Drawn to a professional community where appraisers collaborate, share comps, and support one another
- Interested in consistent project flow without sacrificing the independence of 1099 work
What We’re Looking For
- Certified General Appraiser (Iowa or reciprocity eligible)
- Agricultural or rural property experience required
- Strong analytical, valuation, and narrative writing skills
- Reliable, self-directed, and professional communication style
Why Partner With Growthland
Growthland streamlines the administrative and operational work so you can stay focused on valuation.
✔ Back-Office & Administrative Support
- Engagement letters, document gathering, research coordination, file organization, scheduling, billing, and report assembly.
✔ CRM & Shared Pipeline Visibility
- A centralized system that provides transparency into workload, project status, client communication, and lead flow.
✔ Comprehensive Ag Sales Database
- Growthland’s proprietary comparable sales library and regional market datasets — among the strongest in the Midwest.
✔ Proven Templates & Workflow Systems
- Narrative templates, valuation tools, checklists, and standardized operational processes that reduce time spent on repetitive tasks.
✔ Collaborative Appraiser Community
- A team of knowledgeable professionals who share comps, market insights, and support — a true community over competition environment.
✔ Independence Flexibility
- Operate as an independent contractor with control of your schedule while benefiting from consistent work and professional infrastructure.
All inquiries are confidential. Growthland welcomes conversations with appraisers and independent appraisal firms in North Central, Northwest, or Northeast Iowa.
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