Business Details
39 Years
experience
Trusted Indiana Real Estate Appraisal Services
Since 1987, our firm has established a reputation for delivering precise and credible real estate valuation services across Indiana. Our team of certified professionals specializes in independent appraisals tailored to the unique needs of attorneys, financial institutions, government agencies, and private property owners. We maintain rigorous adherence to industry standards, including Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice (USPAP), ensuring objectivity and technical excellence in every assignment. With decades of combined experience in complex valuation scenarios, including right-of-way acquisitions and litigation support, we provide actionable insights grounded in thorough market analysis. Our commitment to transparency is reflected in our written proposals and detailed reporting that clearly articulate methodologies and findings.We actively engage with industry organizations like the Appraisal Institute and International Right of Way Association to stay at the forefront of valuation best practices. Our expertise spans diverse property types and market conditions, enabling us to address specialized valuation challenges with precision. By maintaining Indiana WBE certification, we demonstrate our dedication to professional integrity and community accountability. Through structured processes covering cost, sales comparison, and income approaches, we deliver defensible valuations that meet the exacting demands of legal, financial, and regulatory contexts. Our systematic appraisal review services further ensure clients receive comprehensive assessments validated by industry-recognized methodologies.
Services
Real Estate Appraisal
Appraisal Review
Right-of-Way Valuation
Market Studies
Estate Planning Appraisals
Tax Appeal Consulting
Litigation Support Appraisals
Fair Market Rent Analysis
Portfolio Analysis
Feasibility Studies
Details
- Year established: 1987
Highlights and features
- We combine over 30 years of Indiana-specific valuation experience with MAI and SRA certifications
- Our team holds specialized R/W-AC certification for right-of-way acquisition expertise
- We maintain strict compliance with Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice (USPAP)
- We provide detailed written proposals outlining scope and costs for every assignment
- Our Indiana WBE certification demonstrates commitment to professional accountability
Associations and certifications
- Appraisal Institute
- Indiana WBE
Services
Real Estate Appraisal
Our MAI-certified appraisers deliver precise valuations for legal, financial, and regulatory purposes. Utilizing cost, sales comparison, and income approaches, we ensure compliance with USPAP standards. Clients receive detailed reports validating market value for mortgages, litigation, or tax filings.
Appraisal Review
We critically assess third-party appraisals for accuracy and methodology soundness. This includes completeness checks, data verification, and value reasonableness assessments. Government agencies and attorneys rely on our expert reviews for high-stakes decisions.
Right-of-Way Consulting
Specialized valuation services for transportation projects and land acquisitions. Our R/W-AC certified experts analyze impacted properties using IRWA standards. We provide court-defensible valuations for INDOT and municipal projects across Indiana.
Market Studies
Detailed research reports examine real estate supply/demand dynamics and rental trends. We tailor studies to specific property types and market areas, delivering data-driven insights for development and investment decisions statewide.
Litigation Support
We provide expert witness testimony and appraisal analysis for court cases involving property disputes. Our services include damage assessments, eminent domain valuation, and marketability studies that withstand judicial scrutiny.
People
Ashley Johnson
President
MAI, SRA, R/W-AC designated appraiser with 12+ years of Indiana market expertise. Leads Hoosier State Chapter initiatives and national women's professional development programs.
Wayne F. Johnson II
Vice President
30+ year real estate appraisal veteran with INDOT experience. Recipient of Richard E. Nichols Lifetime Achievement Award for contributions to Indiana appraisal standards.
Questions
What types of real estate appraisals do you specialize in?
We handle commercial, residential, and specialized property appraisals including right-of-way acquisitions, litigation support, and tax filings across Indiana.
Are your appraisers certified?
Our team holds MAI, SRA, and R/W-AC designations from the Appraisal Institute and IRWA, with Indiana Certified General Appraiser licenses.
How do you ensure appraisal accuracy?
We follow USPAP standards and employ three valuation approaches: cost, sales comparison, and income to ensure comprehensive, defensible results.
What's included in your market studies?
Our studies analyze supply/demand dynamics, rental trends, and feasibility factors with customized scope tailored to client needs.
Can you assist with legal matters?
We provide litigation support including appraisal reviews and expert testimony for court cases involving property valuation disputes.
How do I request an appraisal?
Contact us through our website or phone to schedule a free consultation where we'll define your project requirements and provide a written proposal.
Reviews (5)
E. L.
Nov 20, 2021
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As an appraiser for First Look I want you to know they are a bad company. They are very disorganized and never response when you need them, not to mention the hold times on the phone. They cancel reports and do not tell you. They are not a good company to have anything to do with. Call E-Street Appraisal or Appraisal Management or any one else will be better then these people.
Zoe Hua
Oct 02, 2021
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I would give 0 star if I could. They delayed my closing date of the house because the appraiser was on vacation. Not only that, they raised my price twice when I needed them to finish the final appraisal. The worst experience ever!!!
Todd Flavio
Sep 28, 2021
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Wow, ever want to know what happens to a company that implodes? This is one that I have witnessed over the past 6 months. Clearly there is huge disconnect with leadership and the support team. The inability to connect with anyone that can take ownership, promises made for return calls that never happen and being bounced around from phone que to que, just adds to already elevated frustration levels and compounds the real problems. The role of AMC is to "manage" the appraisal process however this company limits the empowerment to their team to solve problems and any requests for assistance usually
Jennifer Wild
Sep 19, 2021
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I am ONLY giving one star because I needed an appraisal quickly and they did it. Terrible service. The guy took less than 10 minutes at our house and didnt use a single comparable listing in less than a mile. The closest was two miles away, even though my mortgage broker gave him five very good comps within a mile to use. One of which was .3 miles away and virtually the same house. My broker argued this and they took over a week to basically say screw you. I cant believe I paid almost $600 for this.
Olisene Fauatea
Aug 30, 2021
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Terrible service. I was the buyer and was referred to these people by our mortgage broker to obtain appraisal. They don't care that their appraisal arrangement would be late and would also hold up escrow. Representative would just say that they would reach out to appraiser, and that's it. And, they don't have email to give you either. Research and use someone else.
