Business Details
Trusted Real Estate Appraisal Services in Rochester, NY
Established to deliver unparalleled expertise in real estate valuation, AARON APPRAISAL serves the greater Rochester, New York area with precision and efficiency. Our team of NYS-certified appraisers combines continuous education with advanced technology to ensure reports meet the highest standards of accuracy and compliance. Specializing in residential and commercial appraisals, we cater to lenders, attorneys, and homeowners, offering tailored solutions for mortgages, estates, divorces, and tax disputes.Our commitment to USPAP compliance and rapid turnaround timesoften 48-72 hours for mortgage appraisalspositions us as a trusted partner in real estate transactions. With coverage across nine New York counties, we prioritize client needs through digital reporting and direct communication, ensuring transparency and reliability in every valuation.
Services
Residential Mortgage Appraisals
Estate Appraisals
Divorce Appraisals
Tax Assessment Grievance
Commercial Appraisals
PMI Removal Appraisals
Condemnation Valuations
Insurance Replacement Cost
REO Appraisals
Drive-By Valuations
Highlights and features
- We complete mortgage appraisals in 48-72 hours with USPAP compliance.
- Our team holds NYS and FHA certifications for rigorous industry standards.
- Specialized expertise in estate, divorce, and tax assessment valuations.
- Serving nine New York counties with localized market knowledge.
- Digital reporting ensures rapid delivery and transparent communication.
Associations and certifications
- NYS Certified Appraisers
- FHA Certified
Services
Residential Mortgage Appraisals
Our residential mortgage appraisals adhere to strict lending guidelines, ensuring accurate valuations for single-family homes, multifamily properties, and FHA-insured loans. We utilize advanced software and local market expertise to deliver detailed reports within 48-72 hours, supporting seamless transactions for lenders and homeowners.
Estate Appraisals
Estate appraisals provide defensible fair market values for probate, inheritance tax filings, and asset distribution. We conduct retrospective valuations tied to date-of-death metrics, meeting IRS and court requirements while maintaining strict confidentiality under USPAP ethics standards.
Divorce Appraisals
Divorce appraisals deliver precise valuations for equitable property division. Our reports withstand judicial scrutiny, addressing buyout agreements or sale proceeds. We handle sensitive situations with discretion, ensuring compliance with legal and financial disclosure obligations.
Tax Assessment Grievance
We assist property owners in challenging inflated tax assessments through data-driven appraisals. Our analysis compares recent sales and market conditions to justify reductions, offering a cost-effective return by lowering long-term tax liabilities without violating USPAP fee structures.
Commercial Appraisals
Commercial appraisals cover office, retail, industrial, and mixed-use properties. We analyze income potential, market trends, and replacement costs to support financing, acquisitions, or dispute resolution, ensuring compliance with institutional lender requirements.
People
James T. Scholl
NYS Certified Appraiser
With extensive experience in residential and commercial valuations, James T. Scholl specializes in USPAP-compliant appraisals for mortgages, estates, and tax disputes. His expertise ensures accurate, defensible reports meeting regulatory and client needs.
Michael W. Farash
NYS Certified Appraiser
Michael W. Farash focuses on FHA-certified appraisals and complex property valuations. His commitment to continuing education ensures alignment with evolving appraisal standards and client-specific requirements across diverse real estate sectors.
Questions
What types of appraisals do you offer?
We provide residential mortgage, estate, divorce, tax appeal, commercial, and PMI removal appraisals, adhering to USPAP standards for accuracy and compliance.
How quickly can you complete an appraisal?
Mortgage appraisals typically take 48-72 hours post-inspection. Timelines for other services vary based on property complexity and data availability.
Are your appraisers certified?
Yes. Both appraisers hold NYS certification and FHA credentials, ensuring compliance with state, federal, and lending institution requirements.
Which areas do you service?
We cover Monroe, Wayne, Ontario, Livingston, Genesee, Orleans, Wyoming, Seneca, and Yates Counties in New York, including Rochester and surrounding communities.
Can you help reduce property taxes?
Yes. We conduct appraisal-based tax assessment grievances, leveraging market data to justify reductions and lower annual tax burdens for property owners.
Do you offer digital report delivery?
Yes. All appraisals are provided electronically via email or EDI, ensuring rapid access while maintaining data security and regulatory compliance.
Reviews (1)
Jim Spencer
Sep 17, 2021
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I hired Aaron Appraisal to do an independent appraisal of my property due to a drastic assement increase. I was very impressed with the details of my appraisal, the fair comparison of similar properties, and the comprehensive summary of their findings. I'm all about paying my share of taxes but not an unfair amount. Aaron Appraisal came up with a fair appraisal that the town agreed too. I would highly recommend Aaron Appraisal Services.
