Business Details
Your Trusted Indiana Real Estate Appraisal Partner
Established in Indiana, our firm has built a reputation for excellence in real estate valuation and consulting services. Our team of seasoned professionals specializes in appraising diverse property types, including industrial complexes, multi-family housing, retail centers, office buildings, and specialized properties like golf courses and educational facilities. With offices in Columbus, Indianapolis, and Lafayette, we bring decades of collective experience to clients across the Midwest, offering tailored solutions for real estate challenges. Our commitment to quality is reflected in our staff's certifications, including MAI designations from the Appraisal Institute, and our proven track record of delivering accurate, defensible valuations. We pride ourselves on maintaining transparency, timeliness, and professionalism in every project, whether handling commercial appraisals, residential valuations, property tax appeals, or expert witness testimony.As market experts in multi-family housing and Low Income Housing Tax Credit properties, we've completed over 580 specialized assignments in recent years. Our expertise extends to unique projects like urban condominium developments and mid-rise office buildings, supported by advanced analytical tools and industry-standard software. We maintain active participation in professional associations while fostering strong relationships with lending institutions, developers, and government agencies. Our success stems from rigorous quality control, continuous professional development, and a client-centric approach that ensures consistent, reliable service across all property types.
Services
Commercial Appraisals
Residential Appraisals
Property Management
Tax Appeals
Expert Witness
Special Projects
Investment Analysis
Site Analysis
Market Studies
Feasibility Analysis
Highlights and features
- We offer 30+ years of Indiana real estate valuation experience.
- Our staff includes MAI-certified appraisers with specialized training.
- We maintain active involvement in professional real estate associations.
- Our Midwest-wide service network ensures local market knowledge.
- We provide expert testimony support at county and federal levels.
Associations and certifications
- Appraisal Institute
Services
Commercial Appraisals
Our commercial appraisal services cover industrial, office, retail, and special-use properties across the Midwest. We utilize advanced market analysis tools and decades of local expertise to deliver accurate, defensible valuations for lending, investment, and litigation purposes. Clients benefit from our team's MAI certifications and specialized experience with complex properties like auto dealerships and manufacturing facilities.
Residential Appraisals
We provide comprehensive residential appraisal services covering multiple Indiana counties with three strategically located offices. Our certified professionals offer precise valuations for single-family homes and multi-family properties, supported by in-depth market knowledge and adherence to strict industry standards. This service caters to homeowners, mortgage lenders, and real estate professionals throughout central Indiana.
Tax Appeals
Our real estate tax appeal services combine valuation expertise with legal testimony experience to challenge unfair property assessments. We represent clients before tax authorities and in court settings, specializing in both commercial and residential properties. The service includes detailed market analysis to support valuation arguments for property tax reductions across Indiana.
Expert Witness
We offer expert witness services with MAI-certified appraisers providing testimony in real estate-related legal matters. This includes property valuations for court cases, tax appeals, and dispute resolutions. Our professionals have extensive experience presenting defensible valuation analyses at county, state, and federal levels with documented case history.
Special Projects
We specialize in appraising complex special-use properties including educational campuses, religious facilities, and entertainment venues. Our team handles challenging assignments requiring specialized knowledge, having completed 279 special use appraisals in the past five years. This service leverages our experience with diverse property types and regulatory requirements in Indiana and surrounding states.
People
Karen George
Property Manager
Karen has over 30 years of property management experience with Indiana real estate licenses and ICBR membership. She manages HUD Section 8 communities and mixed-use properties while serving as Client Relations Associate for appraisal services.
Becky Eckelman
Commercial Property Manager
Becky brings 35 years of commercial property management expertise, holding Indiana real estate licenses and active SIOR training. She supports commercial brokerage operations and manages complex leasing arrangements across multiple property types in central Indiana.
York Pollert
Principal Appraiser
York serves as Lafayette Operations Director with MAI certification and extensive experience across all property types. He holds Indiana real estate licenses and has completed thousands of commercial appraisals while managing office operations and staff training.
Monty Ewing
Senior Appraiser
Monty has 25+ years of appraisal experience with MAI candidacy and expertise in financial analysis. He specializes in auto dealership valuations and commercial property analysis while maintaining active involvement in professional real estate organizations.
Hank Rassel
Lead Appraiser
Hank provides appraisal services with AI-GRS designation and extensive experience in special-use properties. He leads complex valuation projects while mentoring staff and ensuring adherence to professional standards across all assignments.
Questions
What types of real estate appraisals do you specialize in?
We specialize in commercial, residential, and special-use property appraisals including multi-family housing, industrial facilities, retail centers, office buildings, and unique properties like golf courses and educational campuses.
Do you provide services outside Indiana?
While our offices are based in Indiana, we offer commercial appraisal services throughout the Midwest region and have completed assignments in multiple states.
Can you assist with property tax appeals?
Yes, we provide impartial valuation services for tax appeals and have experienced professionals who offer expert testimony at county, state, and federal levels.
What makes your firm different from other appraisal companies?
Our team includes MAI-certified appraisers with specialized expertise in complex properties, supported by decades of local market experience and advanced analytical tools.
How do I request a commercial appraisal quote?
You can request a commercial appraisal quote through our website contact form or by directly contacting our Indianapolis office at (317) 631-8478.
Do you offer property management services?
Yes, we provide both commercial and residential property management services managed by licensed professionals with extensive experience in Indiana real estate markets.
Reviews (1)
Debra M.
Sep 19, 2017
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Very bad appraisal service!!
they appraised our business property at $100,000 may 2017 for a bank loan. tried to get them to reappraise. said the appraisal stands. we even pulled up comparable properties ourselves for way more money than $100,000. we talked to another appraisal company that said they would have appraised it for more and they did back in 2010.
we sold the same business property to a person not getting a loan, just writing a check in september 2017 for $200,000. the person writing the check didn't even think twice about buying the property for $200,000.
they appraised our business property at $100,000 may 2017 for a bank loan. tried to get them to reappraise. said the appraisal stands. we even pulled up comparable properties ourselves for way more money than $100,000. we talked to another appraisal company that said they would have appraised it for more and they did back in 2010.
we sold the same business property to a person not getting a loan, just writing a check in september 2017 for $200,000. the person writing the check didn't even think twice about buying the property for $200,000.
