Detail-Oriented Virtual Assistant Needed for Real Estate Admin Support

To Apply:
To be considered, please complete the following task:
Find the total assessed value of the property located at 247 Main St, Burlington, VT 05401, and upload a screenshot of the Assesor Record Card for the property.
(Hint: This information is available through the City of Burlington’s public records.)
Include your answer and screenshot when applying. Applications without this task will not be considered.
Please also provide a resume, and explanation of why you think you'd be good for the job.
We look forward to hearing from you!
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We’re looking for a reliable, tech-savvy, and detail-oriented Virtual Assistant to support our commercial real estate appraisal business. This role starts at 15–20 hours per week, with room to grow over time. You’ll play an important part in organizing files, formatting reports, conducting research, and building out systems that help our small team work efficiently.
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Hours & Schedule
• 15–20 hours per week
• Must be available to work during Eastern Standard Time (EST) hours during the initial training period
• Flexible scheduling allowed after training, if performance is consistent
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Responsibilities
Initial Tasks:
• Format appraisal reports from Microsoft Word to Google Docs
• Verify and adjust Excel formulas when moving files to Google Sheets
• Convert Excel databases to Google Sheets
Ongoing Support:
• Track appraisal bids and engagements
• Create and manage invoices
• Research sales and rental comparables
• Contact municipal offices for documents (deeds, land records, tax bills)
• Assist with final stages of appraisal reports (photo input, narrative edits, find-and-replace formatting)
Evergreen & Research Tasks:
• Lead generation: build contact lists of CPAs, attorneys, and wealth managers by town
• Self-storage market research (semi-annual updates by county: rental rates, occupancy, new permits/completions)
• County-based research on major property owners (starting with Washington County)
• Maintain sales photo database using Google Maps, aerial photos, and file organization
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Skills Needed
• Strong experience with Microsoft Word and Excel
• Strong proficiency in Google Docs and Google Sheets
• Excellent written and spoken English (5-star English required)
• High attention to detail
• Highly organized and dependable
• Tech-savvy and quick to learn new tools
• Bonus: Familiarity with Trello, Slack, or real estate terminology is a plus
• Initiative taker is a plus!
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Pay
• $400–$600 USD per month for 15–20 hours/week, depending on skills and experience
• Paid monthly via PayPal (open to alternatives if you have a preference)
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About Us
We are a Vermont-based commercial real estate appraisal firm focused on accuracy, reliability, and serving our local market with professionalism. We maintain high standards and strict deadlines, and we’re building systems to help us grow sustainably.
As an employer, we value family, personal growth, long-term aspirations, and the freedom that comes from doing great work. We're a small team that values communication, integrity, and continuous improvement.
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To Apply:
To be considered, please complete the following task:
Find the total assessed value of the property located at 247 Main St, Burlington, VT 05401, and upload a screenshot of the Assesor Record Card for the property.
(Hint: This information is available through the City of Burlington’s public records.)
Include your answer and screenshot when applying. Applications without this task will not be considered.
Please also provide a resume, and explanation of why you think you'd be good for the job.
We look forward to hearing from you!