Areas of Specialty
Areas of Specialty
Eminent Domain and Inverse Condemnation
Acquisitions for right of way involve obtaining property rights for a public use, which may require the governmental power of eminent domain. One of the foundational issues is the determination of just compensation to be paid to the property owner for these rights. Other times, property rights may be acquired without formal eminent domain proceedings, which may lead to an inverse condemnation claim. Schneider Valuation Consultants, Inc. has vast experience in appraisal and appraisal review services for eminent domain and inverse condemnation matters.
Property Tax
Disputes over assessed property values for tax purposes can arise when there’s uncertainty about what is actually taxable. This may involve disputes over what property rights are to be valued, or what market data is considered relevant to value a particular property interest. Schneider Valuation Consultants, Inc. has extensive experience providing appraisal and review services for property tax matters in several states, with assignments involving land, large-format retail, shopping centers, and other complex property types.
Lease Renewals (Including Ground Leases)
Lease renewals involve extending an existing lease agreement, including long-term ground leases where tenants lease land for use under specific terms. These terms can directly influence both the use of the property and the associated rent and property value. Schneider Valuation Consultants, Inc. offers appraisal and consulting services to help clients assess and navigate the valuation impacts of lease renewal provisions.
Property Damages and Diminution in Value
Schneider Valuation Consultants, Inc. is experienced in evaluating how various factors may impact property value. This includes assignments involving title defects, easement disputes, and other matters that call for a diminution in value analysis—often referred to as a “before and after” or “with and without” approach. The firm regularly conducts these types of specialized valuation studies.
Environmental Damages
Environmental damages—such as those resulting from wildfires, landslides, and floods—require careful valuation of properties affected by natural events and a clear analysis of how those impacts influence market value. Schneider Valuation Consultants, Inc. offers appraisal services focused on determining value changes tied to these types of environmental events.
Construction Defect
Construction defects—whether due to design flaws, poor workmanship, or material failures—can lead to conditions that affect a property's market value. Schneider Valuation Consultants, Inc. offers appraisal services specifically tailored to address valuation issues arising from construction defect matters.
Appraisal
In real estate disputes, the central question often comes down to property value. When the matter is complex—whether due to the property type, use, or legal context—a credible analysis requires specialized experience. Schneider Valuation Consultants, Inc. brings a track record of delivering clear, defensible valuations across a broad range of property types, from residential condominiums to regional shopping malls.
Appraisal Review
An appraisal review evaluates whether a valuation conclusion is well-supported and credible. This requires knowledge of proper methodology, recognized analytical techniques, and adherence to recognized reporting standards. Schneider Valuation Consultants, Inc. offers independent review across a wide range of valuation assignments.
Consulting
Real estate appraisal often requires navigating complex valuation methods and understanding which approaches are professionally recognized and legally appropriate for the assignment. Other times clients, including attorneys, require an understanding of how a particular real estate issue impacts value. Schneider Valuation Consultants, Inc. offers advisory services on real property valuation matters, including those involving factors that may affect property value.
Litigation Support and Expert Witness
Real estate appraisal services for litigation support requires in-depth expertise of valuation principles as well as the laws and regulation that impact an appraisal. Schneider Valuation Consultants, Inc. is experienced in providing valuation services for disputed property matters.
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