Services
Appraisal
In many cases, the main issue of a real estate dispute is the value of the property. Answering this question (particularly when the property or valuation matter is complex) involves a high level of expertise. Schneider Valuation Consultants, Inc. has extensive experience in the valuation of real estate throughout the United States, from residential lots to super-regional malls.
Appraisal Review
An appraisal review answers the question of whether value conclusions are credible. This takes an understanding of appropriate appraisal methodology and techniques, as well as appropriate reporting standards. Schneider Valuation Consultants, Inc. provides review and rebuttal services for a variety of valuation matters.
Consulting
Real estate appraisal can be a complex process that involves knowing what methods and techniques are recognized in the profession, as well as what laws and regulations apply for a given valuation matter. Schneider Valuation Consultants, Inc. provides advisory services on issues related to real property appraisal issues as well as issues that can impact property value.
Litigation Support and Expert Witness
Providing litigation support for real estate valuation matters is a specialized field that requires extensive knowledge of valuation methodology and legal issues that impact the appraisal process. Schneider Valuation Consultants, Inc. has expertise in providing valuation services for disputed real property matters.
Areas of Specialty
Right of Way Acquisitions and Eminent Domain
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. Schneider Valuation Consultants, Inc. has vast experience in appraisal and appraisal review services for right of way and eminent domain matters.
Property Tax
When properties are assessed for tax purposes, there can be disputes or complications related to the value of what is taxable. Schneider Valuation Consultants, Inc. is experienced in providing appraisal and appraisal review services for property tax matters across the United States, with matters involving properties such as land, big-box retail, and shopping malls, among other property types.
Lease Renewals (Including Ground Leases)
Lease renewals refer to the extension of an existing lease agreement for an additional term, which can apply to various types of leases, including ground leases where the tenant leases the land, often for a long-term period to develop or use it according to the lease terms. Such terms can have an impact on lease and value, and Schneider Valuation Consultants, Inc. provides appraisal and consulting services to help clients understand such impacts.
Property Damages and Diminution in Value
Schneider Valuation Consultants, Inc. has experience in analyzing impacts to value caused by a variety of issues. This includes title defect matters, easement disputes, and other assignments that may require a diminution in value analysis (also known as a "before and after" analysis or a "with and without" analysis). Schneider Valuation Consultants, Inc. has experience performing these types of valuation analyses.
Environmental Damages
Environmental damages, including wildland fires, involve the valuation of property affected by natural disasters and analyzing the impact on property values as it relates to the damage. Schneider Valuation Consultants, Inc. provides valuation services related to valuing properties impacted by such events.
Construction Defect
A construction defect is a flaw or deficiency in the design, workmanship, or materials used in developing a project, which can result in issues that impact property value. Schneider Valuation Consultants, Inc. provides valuation services related to construction defect matters.
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