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When trying to understand what your property is “worth,” two numbers often come up: tax assessed value and market value. They sound similar, but they serve different purposes. Knowing the difference can help you plan for property taxes, make smarter refinancing decisions, and set realistic ... » Learn More about Tax Assessment vs. Market Value: What Property Owners Should Know

The commercial real estate appraisal landscape has undergone a seismic shift since COVID-19 reshaped how we work, shop, and invest. Economic volatility, evolving property use patterns, and recalibrated investor expectations created a perfect storm of challenges for today's appraisers. For ... » Learn More about Commercial Real Estate Appraisal Challenges in a Post-COVID World

Charleston's commercial property market is experiencing unprecedented growth driven by a population influx, a booming economy, and a median household income that's well above the national average. The city's strategic advantages—including the deepest waterway on the East Coast, major employers like ... » Learn More about How Charleston is Shaping Commercial Property Values

Explore key factors that drive agricultural land values. Irrigation is a major factor that increases profitability, but we also examine how commodity prices, land supply constraints, institutional buyers, and interest rates collectively influence agricultural real estate markets. All combined, these ... » Learn More about Items Driving Agricultural Land Value

When multiple parties own a single property, understanding how to value each owner's interest properly becomes crucial for estate planning, tax purposes, and property transactions. This is where fractional interest appraisals come into play. What is Tenancy in Common? When a farm or commercial ... » Learn More about Understanding Fractional Interest Appraisals: A Guide to Tenancy in Common