In the intricate world of property valuation, not all scenarios are straightforward. Specialized properties—those uniquely designed and constructed for particular users or niche industries—often present appraisal challenges. Over the past two decades, a notable debate known as the “Go Dark Hypothetical” has emerged, causing considerable controversy among tax assessors, property owners, and valuation experts. The…

Federal Appraisal LLC has completed 1,000s of HUD Rent Comparability Studies since the 1900’s. At Federal Appraisal LLC, we recognize the critical importance of precise and impartial property evaluations, especially within the context of HUD programs. One essential component in the realm of federal housing is the Rent Comparability Study (RCS). These studies are essential…

We are thrilled to announce that Mark Pomykacz, the managing member of Federal Appraisal LLC, will be presenting at the Fuel Ethanol Workshop (FEW) 2024. His presentation, titled “Financial Management via Utilization of Appraisal/Valuation for Ethanol & Biodiesel Refineries,” promises to provide invaluable insights for industry professionals. Mark’s presentation will be given on Monday June…

The magnitude 4.8 earthquake in New Jersey last week, April 5, 2024, has “shaken” the residents of New Jersey and several surrounding states, from their sleepy bedroom communities to the big city. With the epicenter of the earthquake being in Lebanon, the earthquake was right under our headquartered office’s backyard.  While this earthquake was a…