Insights on
property valuation.
Educational articles on appraisal methodology, Portland real estate, and the factors that drive residential property value.
What to Expect from a Divorce Appraisal
How the appraisal process works in Oregon divorce proceedings and what both parties should know.
Understanding Date-of-Death Valuations
Why retroactive appraisals are required for estate settlement and how the process differs from standard appraisals.
How to Appeal Your Property Tax Assessment
A guide to the BOPTA process in Oregon and when an independent appraisal strengthens your case.
What Actually Affects Your Home's Value
The factors that drive residential property value and why automated estimates often miss the mark.
Appraisal vs. CMA: What's the Difference?
Understanding when you need a certified appraisal versus a comparative market analysis from a real estate agent.
Portland Metro Market Trends
Current observations on the Portland residential real estate market from 30 years of local perspective.
When Your Appraiser Needs to Testify
What expert witness testimony involves and how to prepare when property valuation is contested in court.
Why Get an Appraisal Before You List
The strategic advantages of knowing your home's certified value before entering the market.
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