Valuation Services

Our Company also specializes in the preparation of narrative appraisals on commercial, industrial and personal properties, including, but not limited to, manufactures, restaurants, offices, hospitals, dealerships, wholesale and retail establishments, plenary retail consumption licenses, vehicles, antiques, collectible and memorabilia.  Our detailed evaluation reports are prepared for all purposes including mortgage financing, bankruptcies, condemnations and legal proceedings.  Services include court testimony and appearances before other governmental agencies and public forums, if necessary.

Mr. Bottone is involved in ongoing studies in the theory and methodology of valuation.  In 1987, he was the recipient of the William R. Gibson award from the Columbia Society Of Real Estate Appraisers for scholastic achievement.  He is licensed by the State of New Jersey, Board of Real Estate Appraisers as a certified residential real estate appraiser.  He is a senior, designated member of the Columbia Society Of Real Estate Appraisers.  Mr. Bottone is on the approved list of appraisers for the United States Bankruptcy Court and the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation.  He has been qualified as an expert witness in legal proceedings within the State of New Jersey.

Counseling

We offer objective advice in situations involving investments, bankruptcy, surplus, distressed or foreclosed properties.  Our analysis determines the quality and necessity of the assets which assists our clients in preparation of a buy, sell, consolidate or liquidation decision.  Our services also include guidance on asset utilization, pricing, inventory control and in other situations involving highly individualized problems.  We can also be retained to negotiate a private sale or for the purchase of an individual asset, entire plant, facility, inventory, residence, or property.

Compensation

We can be retained on a percentage of gross proceeds for services involving auctions or liquidation or on a retainer, fixed fee, hourly basis or a combination thereof for valuation services.  Fees are based upon the nature and urgency of the assignment, professional skills required, time expended and personnel utilized.