Mark Lyon

Residential Real Estate Appraiser

Self-employeed

09.2005 - Current

Gathered information on nearby properties to compare and help make value determinations on properties.
Took photographs of interior and exterior of buildings to properly document features and conditions.
Inspected new and existing properties and noted distinctive characteristics.
Remained current on local areas through actively researching and garnering understanding of community values.
Developed strong relationships with clients through exceptional customer service skills, including clear communication and prompt response times.
Enhanced property valuation accuracy by conducting thorough research and analysis of market trends, comparable properties, and local economic factors.
Contributed to the successful completion of numerous property transactions by offering expert guidance on current market conditions and property values.
Analyzed zoning ordinances, tax records, regional sales data along with public land records to determine highest-and-best-use scenarios for each subject property evaluated.
Conducted site visits at various residential properties to assess physical characteristics, condition, quality of construction materials and other relevant factors impacting overall value estimation.
Established credibility with clients by providing timely, detailed, and professional appraisal reports that adhered to industry standards.
Attended continuing education courses regularly to stay up-to-date on industry regulations, legislation changes, and emerging trends in the field of real estate appraisal.
Reduced inaccuracies within appraisal reports by reviewing and cross-checking data inputs with multiple information sources available.
Weighed property location, sales trends and estimated replacement costs to accurately value properties.
Collected and analyzed relevant data to identify real estate market trends.
Completed inspections of properties and property improvements to determine market values.
Performed appraisals in line with federal requirements and USPAP guidelines.