An MAI designation is the most prestigious accomplishment an appraiser can achieve. By hiring a member of the Appraisal Institute with an MAI designation, a client will know that their appraiser has achieved the highest professional level of education and training available to commercial appraisers. What does the MAI Designation mean? To receive … [Read more...]
Appraising for Tax Purposes
Tax season is here once again, which means you're probably gathering paperwork and looking at all of your income, assets, and other tax considerations. But are you looking at your properties? You should since the land and buildings that you own will be taxed. How do you prepare for real estate taxes? … [Read more...]
Location, Location, Location – Appraising Commercial Properties in Kentucky
If you're old school (and I am), you'll recognize the phrase that serves as the title to this post. It answers the question to the three most important factors in buying real estate - location, location, location. True enough, I've found it to be true in my own real estate investment decisions. Buy something in a BAD location and you'll see what I … [Read more...]