Journal
Valuing Properties with Structural Foundation IssuesFoundation movement can turn an otherwise attractive property into a difficult valuation assignment. Cracks, uneven floors, sticking doors and visible slab…Valuing Winery And Vineyard Growth In The Sierra FoothillsNew winery and vineyard projects are changing the way buyers, lenders and valuers assess Napa-style properties in California’s Sierra Foothills. Land that once…Appraising Church And Religious Facility Properties In AustraliaChurches, mosques, synagogues, temples and other religious facilities often carry a meaning that exceeds their physical components. A sanctuary may be…Assessing How Homeless Encampments Affect Nearby Property ValuesHomeless encampments can influence the value, marketability and perceived risk of nearby property, but their effect is rarely uniform. An appraiser must…Appraising properties with shared driveways and reciprocal easementsA shared driveway can look like a minor site feature, yet it may materially affect a property’s value, marketability and risk profile. Reciprocal easements…How Appraisers Support Commercial Property Tax AppealsA commercial property tax appeal can turn on a valuation figure that appears technical but has a direct effect on cash flow, investment returns and future…Assessing Properties With Unpermitted Additions in AustraliaAn unpermitted extension can look like a straightforward improvement: an enclosed verandah, converted garage, detached studio or second kitchen. For an…Understanding Marina And Boat Dock ValuationsMarinas and boat docks combine real estate, waterfront access, specialised infrastructure and operating businesses. Their value cannot be estimated by…Valuing industrial property with remediation and brownfield riskIndustrial assets with contaminated soil, groundwater pollution or historic land uses require a valuation process that goes well beyond measuring floor area…Tree Canopy, Urban Forestry And Residential ValueTrees are a visible part of the housing environment, yet their contribution to residential value is rarely captured by a simple rule such as “more trees equal…