Av
ailable for independent third party appraisal reviews and assisting financial institutions in developing appraisal policy.
Mike has over 20 years experience appraising complex investment grade real estate. He has an excellent knowledge of the Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice (USPAP) and understands regulatory requirements that financial institutions are expected to meet.
Contact Mike for information about our affordable appraisal review services.
EDUCATION
Associate of Science Degree in Civil Engineering Technology - Mt. Hood Community College, 1977
Bachelor of Science Degree in Biblical Education - Multnomah College School of the Bible, 1981
Master of Arts Degree in Philosophy & Religion - Harrison Middle University, 2006
Attended over 500 classroom hours over the past 20+ years applying specifically to real estate appraisal, law, finance and professional standards. A summary of recent courses and seminars is included.
| March 2010 | The Art of the Addenda |
| September 2009 | Current Legal and Market Trends that Impact Appraisers |
| September 2009 | 7-Hour National USPAP Update Course |
| January 2009 | The Dirty Dozen |
| May 2008 | Subdivision Valuation |
| June 2007 | Analyzing Distressed Real Estate |
| June 2007 | Business Practices & Ethics |
EXPERIENCE
1988-Current/ Oregon State Certified General Appraiser
Bratton Appraisal Group LLC / Bend, OR
Specializing in income property narrative appraisal reports throughout Central Oregon.
2008-2009/ Appraisal Review Officer
Bank of the Cascades / Bend, OR
Interim appointment.
1980-1988/ Project Manager and Laboratory Manager
Century West Engineering / Bend, OR
EXPERIENCE AS INSTRUCTOR
Instructor at Central Oregon Community College for course entitled Appraisal II: Income Properties.
Guest lecturer for continuing education credit class for the Central Oregon Board of Realtors on valuation topics.
Guest lecturer for the Central Oregon Rental Owners Association on various topics.
Prior Instructor for USPAP Class.