Property Valuation*: Estate surveyors determine the market value of properties for various purposes, including sales, purchases, mortgages, taxation, and compensation. This involves analyzing mar

Here are five general functions/roles of an Estate Surveyor and Valuer:

• Property Valuation: Estate surveyors determine the market value of properties for various purposes, including sales, purchases, mortgages, taxation, and compensation. This involves analyzing market data, property characteristics, and economic trends.
• Property Management: They manage residential, commercial, and industrial properties on behalf of owners. This includes rent collection, maintenance supervision, tenant liaison, lease administration, and ensuring compliance with property laws.
• Land Use and Development Consultancy: Estate surveyors advise on the highest and best use of land, conduct feasibility studies for proposed developments, and provide strategic advice on property development projects from conception to completion.
• Agency (Sales and Lettings): They act as agents for clients in the buying, selling, and leasing of various types of properties. This involves marketing properties, negotiating terms, and facilitating transactions.
• Compulsory Acquisition and Compensation: When land is acquired by public authorities for infrastructure or public projects, estate surveyors advise property owners on their rights and negotiate fair compensation for the acquired property and any associated losses.