Category Archives: Governmental Activities and Urban Renewal
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The New York Data Center Moratorium: Understanding the Valuation Implications for Commercial Real Estate
By Federal Appraisal LLC A New Chapter for Data Center Development Few sectors of commercial real estate have experienced the level of growth seen in the data center industry over the past several years. Artificial intelligence, cloud computing, cryptocurrency and block chain management and the continued expansion of digital infrastructure have created unprecedented demand for…
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Others & Not-for-Profits
Others & Not-for-Profits Federal Appraisal, LLC is uniquely qualified to serve. While we have attempted to list on our web pages the client types that we serve, we have not listed them all. It is strongly recommended that clients, who do not fall into a clearly defined category, call us to discuss their particular needs for each project or issue, so that we may propose the most appropriate, costeffective service or product. Insurance Companies Business Interruption Consulting, Damages Estimates Federal Appraisal, LLC provides consulting and appraisal services to individuals and companies suffering from business interruptions and damages from natural and man-made disasters and accidents. If the loss or diminution of the use of your real estate is causing a loss in business income and/or is reducing the utility or value of your real estate, then Federal Appraisal, LLC may be able to help you recoup your damages. Even tenants in damaged or reduced utility space can benefit from our services. Federal Appraisal also provides Insurable Value appraisals. Not-for-Profit Organizations Federal Appraisal has substantial experience servicing not-for-profit organizations. Their organizational structures impact their need for appraisal services. They have unique requirements for reporting to their boards and other oversight groups. They are cost sensitive. While real estate activities that they require assistance with often represent one of the most significant financial decisions of the organization, the real estate training, knowledge, and experience are beyond that of the best run not-for-profit organizations. Unfortunately, all too often, not-for-profit organizations wait too long before contacting real estate professionals or they’re not even aware that they can obtain assistance for their particular needs. -
SEC
SEC Federal Appraisal LLC can provide any of the real estate appraisals and valuation reporting support required by the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), and other investor reporting exercises. Whether its SEC reporting requirements for compliance with the appropriate accounting, tax, and audit reporting procedures, or it’s a special issue reporting requirement, Federal Appraisal LLC can help. Mark to Market Appraisals Business Valuations Good Will and Intangibles Currently SEC registrant appraisal requirements are limited, albeit highly important. However recent FASB actions will increase the appraisal requirements. Furthermore, public discourse concerning mark-to-market accounting indicate that the role of appraisals in investor disclosure is growing. Federal Appraisal LLC has been on the cutting edge of this issue, providing technical support to regulators and practitioners. We understand the needs and desires of both companies and their investors. We understand the need of companies to control reporting and the associated costs, and to remain, beyond a doubt, in compliance. We understand investors need for transparency and clarity. Please see our accounting pages, legal pages, Business Appraisal / Valuation, and our Property Type pages for more information on the services offered by Federal Appraisal that relate to the SEC. -
Appraisals for Condemnation and Eminent Domain
Appraisals for Condemnation and Eminent Domain Federal Appraisal LLC specializes in appraisals for condemnation and eminent domain. These are complex appraisals, even when the property by itself is of low value and a simple property class. Even an appraisal of a low value home is complex when the appraisal is for condemnation and eminent domain because the appraisal reporting requirements are frequently extensive and frequently variable from jurisdiction to jurisdiction. In such cases, the required appraiser qualifications are extensive. Federal Appraisal has decades of experience appraising for condemnation and eminent domain. Federal has appraised all major classes of property for condemnation and eminent domain, from homes to land, and higher value commercial (offices, apartments, malls, warehouses, etc.) to very high value special properties (power plants, utility properties, special manufacturing properties). Fee Simple and Leased Rights Easements and Rights of Way Temporary Takings Yellowbook, Uniform Appraisal Standards for Federal Land Acquisitions URA, Uniform Relocation Act USPAP, Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice State-specific condemnation and eminent domain law and procedures Federal Agencies, US Military State Agencies Local Authorities Private Owners Corporations Urban Renewal Transportation; Departments of Utilities Appraisals Appraisal Reviews Expert Testimony Litigation Support