Why Choose Caton for Appraisal Services?
Our appraisers at Caton Valuation Services provide expert value, research, and analysis to lenders, municipalities, corporations, attorneys, developers, and private owners/investors. Our team consists of MAI-designated, certified appraisers. With an average of 35 years of experience, our appraisers are recognized for excellence in the industry. Whether searching for a value of opinion or an accredited appraisal to value your investment, Caton performs and delivers.
Caton performs appraisals throughout the United States, focusing on the central Midwest. Our expert Caton appraisers are licensed in Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Florida, Michigan, Minnesota, and Wisconsin.
Advantages of Using a Caton Appraiser
Understanding and maximizing the value of your commercial real estate is crucial. Through our appraisal services, you can move forward confidently into the right commercial real estate decisions whether you are an owner/investor, lender, municipality, corporation, attorney, or developer.
Assess the value of your commercial property- Determine financial goals and future objectives
- Gain another line of credit by using property as collateral
- Obtain lower property taxes
- Set an appropriate listing price
When you are searching for an accredited appraisal to value your investment, Caton provides the expertise you need.
Commercial Appraisal | FAQ
A commercial real estate appraisal is a property assessment that determines the value. Our licensed appraisers inspect your property and use one of three methods to determine value. After that, a report is compiled with a property estimate. You can then use the information to assist in buying, selling, or adjusting taxes on your commercial property.
Here are a few reasons you might need to team up with a Caton appraiser:
- Market Value – For anyone looking to determine the market value of their property
- Tax Appeal – For property owners looking to appeal their high property tax
- Date of Death – For estates or families that need a date of death real estate appraisal
- Divorce – For partners who need an appraisal to determine real estate value
- Pre-Listing – For brokers or owners who are considering selling their propert
- Private Money – For private money lenders that need an “as-is” and “subject to” value
Caton Appraisal and Valuation Services
Caton appraisers perform value opinions and appraisals on commercial properties, including office, industrial, retail, multifamily, land, special-use, and high-end residential properties.
For Owners, Developers, and Lenders
- Property and Portfolio Appraisals
- Highest and Best Use Studies
- Commercial Market Analysis
- Retailer Attraction and Retention
- Lease Value Analysis
- Market and Feasibility Studies
- Eminent Domain Cases
- Bank REO
- Expert Farmland Appraisals
- Pre-Acquisition Property Tax Due Diligence
For Attorneys
- Preliminary Tax Assessment Analysis
- Expert Valuations for Estate/Trust Planning
- Divorce Settlement/Litigation Property Valuation
- Eminent Domain Cases
What Is Our Commercial Appraisal Process?
Caton uses a 3-step appraisal process to ensure your appraisal is done fairly. Here are the steps our appraisers use:
1
Property Research
A trusted Caton appraiser will complete research of the property—including a physical inspection and checking zoning regulations, legal documents, and inquiries for comparable sales in the market.
2
Value Estimate and Adjustment
Your Caton appraiser will estimate a fair market value, considering the property compared to regional and national market data. Adjustments are then made based on inflation, current economic conditions, and other applicable factors.
3
Real Estate Report
Finally, your Caton appraiser will finalize your report with a description of the commercial property, complete with supporting documents that can be used by lenders, buyers, and other parties privy to the real estate transaction.