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Appraisals

FIRREA-compliant reports for financing, acquisition, litigation, estate, and internal decisions tailored to the intended use.

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Examples of Appraisals

Tax Appeal Appraisals

Purpose
Contest or defend assessed property values for tax purposes.

Property owners and tax jurisdictions use these appraisals to support appeals of real estate tax assessments, analyzing whether the assessed value aligns with current market conditions — potentially reducing tax liabilities or validating the assessment.

Estate & Gift Appraisals

Purpose
Support estate planning, inheritance distribution, or IRS filings.

These appraisals determine fair market value as of a specific date (often a date of death or gift transfer) for estate-tax filings, trust formation, and equitable distribution among heirs. They must meet IRS standards and are often used in probate or wealth-transfer strategies.

Litigation Support Appraisals

Purpose
Provide valuation support in legal disputes.

Used in cases involving divorce, partnership disputes, eminent domain, or breach of contract. Often accompanied by expert-witness testimony, they must be thoroughly documented, defensible, and clear to a non-specialist audience such as judges or juries.

Acquisition & Disposition Appraisals

Purpose
Guide purchase or sale decisions with reliable market-value insights.

Buyers, sellers, and investors use these appraisals to evaluate a property's worth before a transaction. Critical for negotiations and risk analysis, they often include value forecasting or redevelopment potential.

Leasehold & Partial Interest Appraisals

Purpose
Determine the value of less-than-fee-simple interests or encumbered ownership.

These appraisals address leased properties, ground leases, or fractional interests, accounting for lease terms, tenant creditworthiness, or lack of control and marketability — often applying specialized valuation techniques.

Case Study

Acquisition of a Logistics Facility

A national logistics company approached us to evaluate a distribution center they were considering acquiring along with the operating business. We performed the following services:

Market Analysis
We conducted a thorough analysis of the local logistics market, assessing trends in e-commerce growth and demand for warehouse space.
Income Approach
Using the income approach, we estimated potential rental income based on current lease agreements and projected future demand, weighing occupancy rates and tenant quality.
Comparable Sales Approach
We reviewed recent sales of comparable logistics facilities, adjusting for differences in size, location, and amenities to determine a competitive price range.
Cost Approach
We developed the cost approach, established market land value, used published cost manuals and cost comparables, and extracted market-supported depreciation. Identifying land value was essential to the purchase price allocation.
Risk Assessment
We identified potential risks, including zoning changes and environmental assessments, that could impact future operations and value.
Purchase Price Allocation
For financial-reporting purposes and property-tax appeal, we allocated value across land, building, and intangibles.

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