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Jeffrey Beal
Jeffrey L. Beal of Real Estate Solutions has 40 years' experience in multiple phases of the real estate industry, and has been a Certified General Appraiser since 1992. As such, he has consulted and testified as an expert in local, state and federal cases in a variety of matters related to real property or interests in real property where there is an issue of valuation, loss in value, damages or taxation. He is also an expert in issues involving zoning and variances. In addition, he is an expert on appraisal ethics and practice. He is comfortable in front of both a judge and a jury having taught appraisal and real estate courses since 2000 (4,000+ classroom hours). His teaching includes certificate, pre-licensing and continuing education courses at two-year and four-year colleges and private real estate schools.
Jeffrey's latest articles
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What is encroachment?
It’s an invasion that can affect property values and impede home sales.
4 min read Aug 30, 2022 -
How to buy land to build your dream house on
Here’s everything to know about buying land for your dream house.
6 min read Aug 19, 2022 -
Moving checklist: What to do before, during and after your move
Create a checklist that details every step of your move: The best way to make sure all goes smoothly is to be super-organized.
7 min read Aug 19, 2022 -
What is a co-op?
When you buy a house or condo, you technically own property. Co-ops work differently.
11 min read Aug 16, 2022 -
What are empty nesters?
They’re an increasingly significant part of the residential real estate market.
4 min read Aug 12, 2022 -
What is an easement in real estate?
Easements, which grant an outside party the legal right to use private property, can be complicated.
6 min read Aug 08, 2022 -
What are mineral rights in real estate?
Mineral rights determine who owns what’s underground: oil, gas, coal or even gold.
4 min read Aug 08, 2022