Big catastrophic events like Hurricane Sandy and the Moore Tornado make national news. But catastrophic events occur everyday — from a residential home fire to flooding, from mudslides in addition to the large forms of these and earthquakes, hurricanes and wildland fires.

Appraisers have a vital role in assisting the individual who experiences a disaster. But there are issues that complicate an appraisal valuation in a catastrophic loss situation, especially an event that rises to the level of a federally declared national disaster. In short, appraisals for disaster losses are different from the “normal” real estate appraisal.

For an overview of these issues, download the white paper, “Appraisal Valuation Issues In A Catastrophic/Disaster Loss” by filling out our simple form below. If you have questions, give me a call. I will be happy to answer questions from appraisers who have appraisal assignments for clients who have experienced a catastrophic / disaster event.