You are here:

Real Property Appraisals/Experts

Expert	Average Ratings	Expertise
John C. Carlson U.S. Available View Profile Ask A Question View Past Answers	Knowledgeability 9.93 Clarity of Response 9.98 Politeness 10.00 Response Time(hr) 14.3 --Last 90 Days(hr) 16.3 Total Questions 290	Any questions regarding commercial and/or residential appraising, appraisals or real estate valuation such as: appraising as a profession, valuation techniques, comparable sales selection & analysis, the new HVCC and how it affects appraisers & Borrowers. Also, questions like: "Why did my appraisal come in low & what can I do about it?" I cannot answer questions about comparable data in areas in which I do not practice. I have expertise in most areas of So. California.
James Ebert, Appraiser U.S. Available View Profile Ask A Question View Past Answers	Knowledgeability 9.20 Clarity of Response 10.00 Politeness 10.00 Response Time(hr) 36.8 --Last 90 Days(hr) 46.0 Total Questions 12	I am a valuation and appraisal expert for Southern California, and for general questions about the process. I have 20 years of experience with residential properties, and specialize in Architectural, historical, and unusual homes. ZI am one of the top referred appraisers in Malibu and other West Los Angeles areas. My father, 2 brothers and sister are appraisers in the ski resort areas of Colorado, including Vail, Aspen, Steamboat, and Winter Park.

Expert

Average Ratings

Expertise

John C. Carlson

U.S.

Available

Any questions regarding commercial and/or residential appraising, appraisals or real estate valuation such as: appraising as a profession, valuation techniques, comparable sales selection & analysis, the new HVCC and how it affects appraisers & Borrowers. Also, questions like: "Why did my appraisal come in low & what can I do about it?" I cannot answer questions about comparable data in areas in which I do not practice. I have expertise in most areas of So. California.

James Ebert, Appraiser

U.S.

Available

I am a valuation and appraisal expert for Southern California, and for general questions about the process. I have 20 years of experience with residential properties, and specialize in Architectural, historical, and unusual homes. ZI am one of the top referred appraisers in Malibu and other West Los Angeles areas. My father, 2 brothers and sister are appraisers in the ski resort areas of Colorado, including Vail, Aspen, Steamboat, and Winter Park.

Volunteer to be an expert in this category

Recent Answers

2012-02-10 On Frame Modular:

Char, Unfortunately, I have steered my practice away from considering mobile or manufactured home valuations and I am very rusty about your issues. There were not enough MH appraisal assignments in

2012-02-04 Solar panels:

Bob, Along with a colleague, I have been working on a project for Build-It Green and Energy Upgrade CA valuing 3 properties in L.A. County. We have been challenged to come up with valuation methodologies

2012-01-28 Real property value:

I do not answer concerns about specific value, as that would be a violation of my vocational ethics, since I am not an expert in your area. I advise you to call three local appraisers and invest in a good

2012-01-24 Appraisals:

Mike, Answer to Question-1: Assuming your sales contract shows $273,000 as the agreed upon sales price, the appraisal would have to come in at that price for the buyer to qualify for FHA financing

2012-01-15 door in stairway:

Mr. Cerasani, I can't think of any reason why a door, installed as you describe, would cause a problem with an appraiser. I assume that the door is installed in a workmanlike manner, but even that