Real Estate Appraiser Expert Witnesses

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Real estate appraiser expert witnesses practice in a variety of fields, including residential real estate, commercial real estate, land valuation, property tax assessment, and eminent domain disputes. Some of the most common specialties among these expert witnesses also include market analysis, lease disputes, property damage assessment, foreclosure proceedings, and mortgage lending. They can opine on the effects of market trends, zoning changes, environmental hazards, property improvements, and economic conditions on property values.

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David Joseph Weiner, MBAView profile

ID: 21109

Mr. David Joseph Weiner, MBA

Mr. David Weiner has 35 years of experience in Business & Finance. He earned his BS in Business Administration from the Walter A. Haas School of Business and his MBA from the Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania. Today, this expert is certified as an Accredited Member in Business Valuation by the American Society of Appraisers. Formerly, this expert served as an Economist and...

Agricultural Real Estate and Appraisal Expert Witness | MississippiView profile

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Agricultural Real Estate and Appraisal Expert Witness | Mississippi

This expert has educational and professional experience in agricultural real estate and is considered a trusted professional in land economics and is eminently qualified to provide opinions concerning land economics and divisions of property. His educational and work experience uniquely qualifies him to provide such testimony for court cases. After receiving a B.S. and a M.S. in Agricultural...

Erick C. West, MAView profile

ID: 30871

Mr. Erick C. West, MA

Mr. Erick C. West has 22 years of experience in the field of Economics. He earned both his BA and MA in Economics from Washington State University. Formerly, this expert served as a Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch, as a Trainer at Estate of S.R.D., and as a Senior Economist at Harper Incorporated. Currently, this expert serves as the President of West Economics, Inc. where he specializes in...

Real Estate Valuation Expert Witness | MissouriView profile

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Real Estate Valuation Expert Witness | Missouri

This expert has over 40 years full-time real estate appraising experience involving all types of properties. He is a licensed Real Estate Broker in KS and MO and a licensed Gneral Real Propert Appraiser in KS, MO, and CO. Additionally, he is an instructor for CLE appraisal and real estate classes in 7 states. He recently conducted a CLE course titled "Handling Eminent Domain Cases in Missouri and...

Jubin Merati, MA, PhDView profile

ID: 64609

Dr. Jubin Merati, MA, PhD

Dr. Jubin Merati has 38 years of experience in the field of Economics. He earned his BA in Business Administration and his MA in Economics from California State University, Fullerton. He then went on to receive his Ph.D. in International Economics and Labor Economics from Claremont Graduate University. Formerly, this expert held roles as a Forensic Economist at Brinton Economics, Inc., and as a...

Real Estate Appraisal Expert Witness | MarylandView profile

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Real Estate Appraisal Expert Witness | Maryland

This expert has 13 years of experience in residential appraising in most MD counties. She is a Certified Residential Real Estate Appraiser, working with both lenders and individual clients to provide prompt and accurate real estate valuations for the purpose of purchase, refinance, estate and financial planning, tax appeals and other purposes. Prior to her position as Lead Appraiser/ Owner of a...

Bruce Fred Deal, MPPView profile

ID: 268612

Mr. Bruce Fred Deal, MPP

Mr. Bruce F. Deal has over 25 years of experience in the field of Economics. He earned his BA in Economics and Global Studies from Pacific Lutheran University. He received his Master of Public Policy , as well as completed additional training at Harvard University’s John F. Kennedy School of Government. Formerly, this expert held the role of a Senior Consultant and Manager at Arthur Andersen....

Real Estate Law Expert Witness | CaliforniaView profile

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Real Estate Law Expert Witness | California

This expert earned his BA in Political Science and his JD from the University of California. He has developed a track record of successes and is frequently quoted in media throughout the United States. In addition, he is highly recognized in his field and gained his experience in law by initially working in a well known national firm, while later honing his skills at a well respected real estate...

Jerald Harvey Udinsky, PhDView profile

ID: 290663

Dr. Jerald Harvey Udinsky, PhD

Dr. Jerald H. Udinsky has 52 years of experience in the fields of Economics and Business Valuation. He earned his BS in Physics from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology and then earned both his MA, and his Ph.D. in Economics from the University of California Berkeley. Today, this expert is certified as a Senior Disability Analyst by the American Board of Disability Analysts. Formerly, this...

Real Estate Appraisal Expert Witness | FloridaView profile

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Real Estate Appraisal Expert Witness | Florida

This real estate appraiser and advisor is the principal of a real estate valuation and consulting firm in the Jacksonville, Florida area. He has over 40 years experience in the commercial real estate field including appraisal, consulting, litigation support, expert witness testimony, development and construction management disciplines.

Erik Volk, MAView profile

ID: 471024

Mr. Erik Volk, MA

Mr. Karl Erik Volk has over 35 years of experience in the fields of Forensic Accounting and Economics. He earned his BS in Business Administration, Accounting, and Finance from the University of California Berkeley, and his MA in Economics from the University of San Francisco. Formerly, this expert served as a Financial Economist at the Udinsky Group, Inc. and as a Senior Managing Economist at...

Holly S Sharp, CFE, CPAView profile

ID: 698349

Mrs. Holly S Sharp, CFE, CPA

Holly Sharp has 40 years of experience in the field of Accounting and Forensic Services. She earned her BS in Business Management from Tulane University and her MS in Tax Accounting from the University of New Orleans. Today, this expert is a Certified Public Accountant, a Certified Fraud Examiner, and also Certified in Financial Forensics. Currently, this expert is a Shareholder and the Director...

Juli Marie SaitzView profile

ID: 6278199

Ms. Juli Marie Saitz

Ms. Juli M. Saitz has 25 years of experience in Forensic Analysis and Forensic Accounting. She earned her BS in Accounting from New York University Leonard N. Stern School of Business. Today, this expert is certified as an Accredited Business Valuation. Formerly, this expert served as the Senior Managing Director at Ankura Consulting Group, as the Managing Director and as the Director at FTI...

James Anthony Stavros, CFF, CPA, MBAView profile

ID: 6278856

Mr. James Anthony Stavros, CFF, CPA, MBA

Mr. James Anthony Stavros has 38 years of experience in Economics. He earned his BS in Business Administration from Widener University and his MBA from Rider University. Today, this expert is Certified in Financial Forensics by the Association of International Certified Professional Accountants and licensed as a Certified Public Accountant in Pennsylvania. Formerly, this expert served as the...

Patricia Leigh Pacey, PhDView profile

ID: 6279118

Dr. Patricia Leigh Pacey, PhD

Dr. Patricia L. Pacey has 49 years of experience in the field of Economics. She earned both her BA in Mathematics and her Ph.D. in Economics from the University of Florida. Formerly, this expert served as an Assistant for Planning and Budget at J. Hillis Miller Health Center, as an Economics Professor for The University of Colorado System and, as an Adjunct Professor at the University of Colorado...

James Taylor Schmid, ABV, CFF, CPAView profile

ID: 6328744

Mr. James Taylor Schmid, ABV, CFF, CPA

Mr. James T. Schmid has over 23 years of experience in the fields of Accounting, Business Valuation, and Fraud. He earned his BS in Engineering from Oakland University and his MBA in Accounting and Finance from Ross School of Business. Today, this expert is Accredited in Business Valuation and Certified in Financial Forensics by the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants and is a...

Barbara C. Luna, CFE, CPA, CVA, PhDView profile

ID: 6405938

Dr. Barbara C. Luna, CFE, CPA, CVA, PhD

Dr. Barbara C. Luna has () years of experience in Accounting and Litigation. She earned her BA in Physics from Wellesley College, her MS, and Ph.D. in Applied Mathematics from Harvard University. Today, this expert is a Certified Public Accountant by the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants, a Certified Fraud Examiner by the Association of Certified Fraud Examiners and a Certified...

Robert Alan Taylor, CPA, MBAView profile

ID: 6767216

Mr. Robert Alan Taylor, CPA, MBA

Mr. Robert A. Taylor has 39 years of experience in Accounting. He earned his BS in Accounting from California State Polytechnic University, Pomona, and his MBA in Finance from San Diego State University. Today this expert is licensed as a Certified Public Accountant in the state of California. Formerly, this expert served at Brodshatzer, Wallace, Spoon & Yip as a Manager of Accounting and then...

Rick ShaferView profile

ID: 79355

Mr. Rick Shafer

This expert has over 14 years of experience as a professional appraiser. He earned his BA at Iowa State University and is a Certified Real Estate Appraiser in Iowa and Missouri. He is active in his field as a member of the Realtors Land Institute as well as the American Society of Farm Managers and Rural Appraisers. He currently serves as an appraiser at an agricultural appraisal firm in Iowa.

Michael LadyView profile

ID: 9115

Mr. Michael Lady

This expert has been in the commercial real estate valuation industry for over 45 years. He obtained his BS in business administration from Ball State University. This expert is a certified general appraiser in seven states, and he also holds a real estate broker license in the state of Indiana. Additionally, he is a member of numerous organizations, including the American Society of Appraising...

Real Estate Appraiser Expert Witness FAQs

What is the role of a real estate appraiser expert witness in litigation?

A real estate appraiser expert witness provides insight on property valuation, market analysis, and industry standards. They can testify on disputes involving property value, damages, or transactions.

What types of cases might require a real estate appraiser expert witness?

Cases involving property disputes, divorce settlements, estate settlements, tax assessments, insurance claims, and mortgage lending may benefit from a real estate appraiser expert witness.

Are there subspecialties within the field of real estate appraisal that an expert witness might focus on?

Yes, some experts specialize in residential properties, commercial properties, land valuation, or specific types of properties like farms or historical buildings.

How can a real estate appraiser expert witness assist in a case involving property damage?

An expert can provide an accurate assessment of the decrease in property value due to damage, helping to determine fair compensation.

Why is it important for a real estate appraiser expert witness to be familiar with local markets?

Real estate values are heavily influenced by local factors. An expert familiar with the local market can provide more accurate valuations and credible testimony.

How does Expert Institute select its Real Estate Appraiser expert witnesses?

Expert Institute offers a personalized approach to help you find the highest quality experts. We source actively-practicing professionals who match all your requirements for specialty areas, work experience, litigation history, fee range, certifications, location, and more.

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