Commissioning a qualified professional to conduct a commercial appraisal of your business is truly a gift for both you and your business. Knowing the true price of your business will provide you with peace of mind, while it affords stability to your business. Anything can happen in the world of business, and by having a professional commercial … [Read more...]
A Nod to Nashville: Gaining Recognition in the Commercial Real Estate Sector
When you think about Nashville, Tennessee, you may think about bluegrass bands and southern hospitality. Yet the city has become a booming commercial industry market that is attracting people from all across the country. Major corporations in the healthcare, tourism, technology, and education industries are coaxing people from the larger cities … [Read more...]
We Grieve with Gatlinburg
Many of us lead very busy lives. Our lives are often shocked and shaped by quiet suffering. It's easy to forget the suffering endured by those who are impacted by natural disasters like the fire that has ravaged Gatlinburg, TN, in the last few days. It's hard to imagine the impact of a fire that destroys all of one's personal possessions. But it … [Read more...]
Alex Brosky, ARPA
Get to know the Russell Roberts Appraisals family! You've already met Hans Schmitter, MAI, CCIM, so now it's Alex's turn. Alex has been with Russell Roberts Appraisals for a while and is equipped to appraise all sorts of commercial real estate. So, you might have seen him around. Meet Alex Brosky - Kentucky Appraiser Alex holds a Bachelor’s … [Read more...]
Thankful
Thanksgiving is almost here and we're in the thankful mood. So, who else goes around the table saying what they are thankful for during their Thanksgiving meal? We decided to say a few things that we're thankful for this year, too. We're Thankful For... 1. Opening New Offices. In order to better serve our clients, we were able to open new … [Read more...]
The Same Difference
This morning I read a fascinating article entitled "League of Nationalists" published by The Economist. The article discusses the growing trend towards nationalism in response to globalization. A book I'm currently reading, Marketing 3.0, notes the same paradox. Somehow, the process of globalization has reinforced tribalism. Whatever your political … [Read more...]
Qualitative vs. Quantitative Adjustments in a Commercial Appraisal
The response to recent election results on social media websites has made it obvious that Americans are deeply divided, politically. Two opposing sides are firmly convinced that their convictions are 'right' and that those who voted differently are 'wrong.' From my perspective, this polarization of views is the result of a false dichotomy. The … [Read more...]
Humanity
Some years back, I actually saw the original sketch by Leonardo da Vinci. Whether or not it was his intent, his sketch of 'Vitruvian Man' evokes in me the ideal of human potential. Somehow, the current political climate has had the opposite effect. Divisive and polarizing would be an understatement. For me personally, the incessant barrage of … [Read more...]