And it’s because I research things to death. As a second generation appraiser, I grew up with this language around the dinner table. So when I returned to appraising 15 years ago, there was already a deep understanding of the process.
Today, I find it’s more about problem-solving. Frequently, our clients already have an idea in their head of the property’s value — it’s up to me to do the research in support of market value. And sometimes market value aligns with the client’s ideas.
Licensed & certified commercial & residential appraisers specializing in court-approved valuations.
For metropolitan Chicago lawyers with multiple high-value properties, we work with your client to produce a final estimate of value that holds up in court. Our flat rate pricing makes it easy to communicate costs back to your client.
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Experts on IL appraisals who have never been disqualified in court.
Our 4-week process ensures your valuation conforms to current IRS requirements for Qualified Appraisals and to federally mandated Uniform Standards of Appraisal Practice.
Visit Properties
Observe the property, ask questions, and confirm receipt of all pertinent materials from your client.
In-Depth Research and Data Collection
Finding small details to prove the best use of your property at the highest value.
Your Final Estimate of Value
You get a reviewed estimate of value that auditors and opposing counsel will not be able to challenge.
"Trust but verify. I love finding anomalies during the research process. The outcome is only as good as the data. And if there are discrepancies in the data it affects value."
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You’ll have a certified appraiser that is easy to work with, knows the right questions to ask, is detail oriented and can help you fit the appraised value into your legal argument.
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Frequently Asked Questions
If your property is overvalued, it is likely your real estate taxes will be exaggerated based off of the higher valuation.
While we can’t control the market, the best defense is to not over pay for your property in the first place.
No. Many MAI’s have reached retirement age and the next couple of generations have decided not to pursue the designation. But a Certified Commercial Appraiser has the highest appraising license possible, and will frequently have completed the same coursework as an MAI.
Depending on the type of property, your value may also decline, or if you have a very strong income stream, your value may not be affected. A good rule of thumb, however, is to avoid buying the “best” property in the neighborhood.
The data is the data. Both large and small firms should have access to the same data. And because appraisers follow the same procedures both organizations should arrive at very similar opinions of value. The size of the company does not determine the outcome. And a smaller firm will likely give you and your property more personalized attention.
This is very true. Women have slowly entered the profession but the majority of appraisers remain older men. And older men who have been appraising forever sometimes are set in their ways and are not able to look at appraising from different angles, look outside the box, and are frequently less detailed oriented.
Schedule a call to have your estimate of value in time for trial.
You’ll have a certified appraiser that is easy to work with, knows the right questions to ask, is detail oriented and can help you fit the appraised value into your legal argument.