Appraising

The world of commercial appraising is complex and market information does change. There are a wide variety of property types and classes. C.C.A.A.S., LLC. consults with various real estate experts to stay informed of market changes and developing trends. This type of information is essential when concluding property values or developing a market study.

Our company primarily services the Greater Lansing Area, Kalamazoo and Battle Creek Area, Greater Grand Rapids, Holland, and Muskegon Areas,. We can expand into the Greater Detroit Area, but additional time may be needed to complete an assignment.

Feel free to inquire about the different level of appraisals we can provide. Let us know about your real estate concerns. We are here to assist you with a fee free initial consultation.

Litigation

Sometimes partnerships dissolve, or do not end the way you envisioned it when the business began or you got married. We do encourage arbitration/mediation prior to stepping into litigation. We understand that sometimes personal emotions get the best of anybody, and having an outside party help determine what is reasonable and fair, is much easier than trying to present your case to someone that is no longer open to what you have to say.

There are neutral appraisals that involve both parties receiving the appraisal. Discovery will be simple. Both sides are informed as the appraisal progresses. This is very time consuming and will likely cost more due to the level of difficulty of maintaining the “same story” from both sides.

Other times, it may be best to order the appraisal through an attorney. Sometimes this is simply the best way to move forward during a tough situation.

Consulting

The way you view real estate ownership or renting could be very different from others. We understand that each client has specific needs that must be understood. The initial information obtained during a consulting assignment allows us to properly develop a scope of work. This guides us down the path of obtaining the information we need to complete the assignment the way it should be done.

Addressing the needs and finding the answers to the questions we are asked allows us to stay in business. We are thankful for the opportunity to speak with you, and hear your concerns. We do care about your situation, and would like to offer advice where it is welcome. Send us an e-mail so we can begin the process of helping you.

Business Strategy & Tax Appeal

Do you want to expand your business? Do you need a new location? Are you about to downsize? Do you know about the IRS tax credit you likely qualify for, if you manufacture any product, including micro-brewing beer? It’s true, researching and testing out new methods or procedures to make something is likely to allow you an IRS tax credit, and maybe even a state credit. Ask your accountant, and tell them where you found this tip. Are your real estate taxes simply way too high?

If you would like to hire the company to investigate for you, we can develop a market study. This will provide information that will tell you how your property should perform in your market, in regard to sale prices and rental rates of similar properties. It will help you better plan for the future. This can really save you money in the long run; by helping you avoid higher taxes than you need to pay. If you think your real estate taxes are way too high, it is time to let a professional here help you.

Divorce & Estate Evaluation

We are not attorneys, but we do work along side of them at times. Sometimes life throws us a curveball, and we are forced to step back and take another look at our lives. Then we need to find the best way to move forward so we are protected in the future.

Owning real estate can be challenging, but it doesn’t have to be. How one manages the challenges they go through is very important. Coping with a stressful situation is essential in keeping a positive attitude and moving forward. Maybe it is time to create a real estate trust, or to plan for a likely change in real estate tax that will happen in the future. Do you want another layer of protection for your retirement? Plan ahead, before it is too late. Make sure you and your family are protected.

Complex Properties & New Construction

There are times when a property is not typical in the market. Sometimes a property is much bigger, much better, or a lot worse than the majority of the properties in the immediate market area. Perhaps there really are no truly similar properties compared to the property needed to be appraised.

Other times the property has been neglected for a very long time, and there is a significant repair cost involved to bring the property up to the current expectations of market participants (investors and other buyers).

We can review the costs for renovation, and look over your bids. We could provide the Market Value “As Is” and the Prospective Market Value “As Completed” to assist you in trying to determine what you need to do with a property.

Are you contemplating new construction of an office or apartment building? Do you want to know if you are selecting a good location for this building? You might have other options you haven’t considered. The location of a property can give you advantages over similar competitors. If you would like consultation, we are here to help. Send us an e-mail, and we will reply.