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For many commercial property owners, the holiday season is a time to slow down operations, finalize year-end numbers, and plan for the year ahead. But appraisals don’t always wait for a clean calendar. Whether you’re refinancing, settling a partnership matter, or preparing for a transaction, a year-end appraisal often becomes part of the picture. Having completed commercial appraisals through many holiday seasons, I can say this: the appraisal process itself doesn’t change —

As Thanksgiving approaches, most people are thinking about turkey, family gatherings, and debates over who makes the best pumpkin pie. But for those of us in real estate appraisal, the holiday season also makes us reflect on the homes we see, the people we help, and the value of what we do. Because let’s be honest—after reviewing property data all year, sorting through comps, chasing down homeowners for access, and explaining (for the hundredth time) why an online estimate is

How Baldwin Appraisal Services, LLC Helps Property Owners Navigate Tax Certiorari Challenges When assessed values rise faster than underlying market performance, commercial property owners often end up paying taxes on assessments that exceed true market value. In today’s environment—marked by fluctuating cap rates, rising expenses, and uneven recovery across property sectors—effective tax appeal work requires more than advocacy. It requires defensible valuation. At Baldwin Ap

In commercial real estate, not all land is created equal. Beneath every parcel lies a complex combination of physical, legal, and economic characteristics that drive its market value. For appraisers and investors alike, understanding how land value and mineral rights interact is essential — especially as development pressure, energy exploration, and environmental regulations reshape regional markets. 1. The Foundation of Land Value At its core, land valuation hinges on the Hi

The notion of a “haunted” house may sound sensational, yet for appraisers it represents a legitimate valuation challenge. At Baldwin Appraisal Services, LLC, we often encounter situations where buyer perception—not physical condition—drives market behavior. Few examples illustrate this better than 112 Ocean Avenue, Amityville, New York, the site of the infamous Amityville Horror. What Makes a Property “Stigmatized”? A stigmatized property is one that suffers market resistance

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Are you in need of a reliable real estate expert in Waterbury? Look no further than Baldwin Appraisal Services LLC. Situated at 445...

Are you in need of top-quality property valuation services in Waterbury, CT? Look no further than Baldwin Appraisal Services LLC. Located...

Are you in need of expert real estate appraisal services in Waterbury, CT? Look no further than Baldwin Appraisal Services LLC. Located...