Journal

Valuing Properties With Active Mineral Rights And Leases
Property valuation becomes more complex when land is connected to mining, petroleum, quarrying, or exploration activity. The legal interest being valued may…
Valuing Self-Storage Facilities Through Market Evidence And Income
Self-storage facilities require a valuation approach that combines property analysis, operating-business review and careful market interpretation. The physical…
How New Sports Stadiums Reshape Surrounding Property Markets
A new sports stadium can alter a property market long before the first match is played. Construction activity, upgraded transport, public-realm improvements…
Appraising townhomes and row houses in urban infill projects
Urban infill projects are reshaping established neighbourhoods across Australia. Former industrial land, underused commercial sites and subdivided suburban…
Valuing Commercial Property With Long-Term Ground Leases
A long-term ground lease separates the ownership of land from the ownership of the buildings and improvements on it. That split can create an attractive…
Delta Levee Stability And Sacramento-San Joaquin Property Values
The Sacramento-San Joaquin Delta is a network of islands, sloughs and channels protected by hundreds of kilometres of levees. These earth embankments support…
Appraising Petrol Stations And Convenience Stores In Australia
A petrol station is a specialised operating property rather than a simple retail building. Its value may depend on fuel throughput, shop turnover, lease terms,…
The Appraiser’s Role In Eminent Domain And Condemnation
When a government authority acquires private land for a public purpose, the appraiser becomes a critical source of independent evidence. In the United States,…
Valuing Homes With In-Law Units And ADUs In Australia
Properties with an in-law unit, granny flat or accessory dwelling unit can be among the most rewarding and complex assignments for a property valuer. The…
How Zoning Changes Shape Property Value Over Time
Zoning is often treated as a technical planning matter, yet it can be one of the strongest forces influencing a property’s future value. A change to permitted…