Valuation Analyst vs Underwriting Analyst

Nothing is set in stone, but would like some input on these two possibilities in my near future.

First position: Valuation analyst at altus group/NKF/CBRE type firm. The position supposedly touches on many asset classes such as MF, office, industrial, etc. Overall seems like great experience for someone like myself starting in CRE and I believe would provide some decent exit opps outside of valuation/appraisal.

Second position: Underwriting analyst at Arbor/WD/RCG type firm. Possibly focused on the SBL side of the business, but not sure. Also seems like great experience, but could possibly pigeon hole me to MF lending? I am currently very interested in MF lending and would like to become a producer after a few years an analyst, but where would that leave me after a few years if my interests change?

Very curious to hear yalls input and experiences in these positions. Thanks

 

Interesting. I had the impression that underwriting analyst would be an easy transition to production, or at least a production analyst type role. So what are the exit opps for an underwriting analyst in MF lending? Just stay in underwriting?

As far as valuation goes, wouldn't getting some (definitely a lot in this position) reps in with ARGUS be pretty useful and able to transition over to IS/debt analyst roles which would lead to production?

 
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