Edward Kerwin, Tax Assessor – A Good Man Made to Look Bad

Ed Kerwin is a Tax Assessor and a good man who has recently been made to look bad as he’s apparently become the target of a regional publication, myCentralJersey.com, simply because he works for 9 different towns in New Jersey. In the interest of “full disclosure,” let me say, that I’ve known Ed Kerwin since [...]

What Makes an “Expert” an Expert?

For those of you who don’t know much about me, my valuation practice concentrates on complex real estate uses, certain types of businesses, and certain types of machinery and equipment. Additionally, I specialize in the field of litigation. Consequently, I’m frequently called upon to provide testimony as an “expert witness.” The most common question I [...]

Real Estate Appraising: Pretty Simple Stuff

To me, one of the most fascinating things about appraising real estate is how terribly simple it is. Yet, there are people in this world who profess that unless an appraiser has a college degree and extensive industry training they can’t possibly know what they’re doing. Generally speaking, while real estate industry experience is certainly [...]

The Best Home Inspection Solution

Ever since people have asked me about getting a home inspection, I’ve advised them that the best home inspection solution is to hire individual professionals from each field they want inspected. Such as, hire a licensed electrician to inspect the electrical system; hire a plumber to inspect the plumbing; hire an HVAC contractor to inspect [...]

America Did Not Vote for Compromise!

Good morning, America. Yesterday, November 2, 2010, the American voter spat in the face of the Obama socialist agenda throughout the country. And, as sweet as that may be, there’s really no cause for celebration. It’s now time to hold the feet of the GOP winners to the fire to ensure they live up to [...]