Divorce
What to Expect from a Divorce Appraisal
How the appraisal process works in Oregon divorce proceedings and what both parties should know.
May 2026
Estate
Understanding Date-of-Death Valuations
Why retroactive appraisals are required for estate settlement and how the process differs from standard appraisals.
May 2026
Tax
How to Appeal Your Property Tax Assessment
A guide to the BOPTA process in Oregon and when an independent appraisal strengthens your case.
May 2026
Valuation
What Actually Affects Your Home's Value
The factors that drive residential property value and why automated estimates often miss the mark.
April 2026
Valuation
Appraisal vs. CMA: What's the Difference?
Understanding when you need a certified appraisal versus a comparative market analysis from a real estate agent.
April 2026
Portland
Portland Metro Market Trends
Current observations on the Portland residential real estate market from 30 years of local perspective.
April 2026
Legal
When Your Appraiser Needs to Testify
What expert witness testimony involves and how to prepare when property valuation is contested in court.
March 2026
Valuation
Why Get an Appraisal Before You List
The strategic advantages of knowing your home's certified value before entering the market.
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