Massachusetts
Rhode
Island
Connecticut*
New Hampshire*
Florida*
*Select Counties
in CT, NH & FL |
All
our appraisers are FHA approved.
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Barry G. Trahan's father, Ray, established Trahan Real
Estate Services in 1962. Barry started working at the family firm in 1973. In
1975, upon his father's death, Barry became the sole owner. Barry served on the
board of Assessors in the City of New Bedford. In 1986, as the board’s
Chairman, the first full evaluation of the cities 35,000 parcels was
successfully completed.
Having a strong working knowledge of real
estate values, Barry has become a leading expert in his field. Appraisers
include Kevin and Timothy, his two sons, his wife Debra as well as a full
complement of appraisers, all FHA approved, and a friendly staff of
administrative assistants for updates and fast service. Trahan Real Estate
Services is able to meet all deadlines. We can truly achieve the
impossible. |
 All our
appraisers are FHA approved.
Trahan Real Estate Services is
committed to meeting our customers appraisal needs - we will go the extra mile
for each customer in order to achieve greater customer satisfaction. We are
fully Electronic Data Interchange (EDI) compatible. Utilizing state-of-the-art
computer software and digital cameras, we are able to transmit the entire
appraisal report electronically, via email, ACI or PDF.
We offer real
estate appraisals in all of Massachusetts and Rhode Island. In New Hampshire we
cover Rockingham County and Hillsborough County. In Connecticut we cover
Hartford County, Middlesex County, New Haven County, New London County, Tolland
County and Windham County. In Florida our coverage area includes Orange County
and Oceola County.
Job Description for an Appraiser
One of the most rewarding aspects about being a Real Property
Appraiser is the diversity it provides. When it comes to wearing different
hats, appraisers adorn plenty. The typical day for an appraiser is often far
from typical. Many appraisers literally do it all, from accepting an assignment
to ensuring its delivery.
- Consult with the client to develop a proper
scope of work.
- Call contact to schedule an appointment to
view the subject.
- Drive to the property.
- Walk though every room and look in every
closet and bathtub.
- Properly identify any deficiencies or
enhancements, including estimating the quality of construction.
- Document findings with measurements and
photographs.
- Identify & confirm accuracy and
reliability of recent comparable sales and listings.
- Drive by comparable sales and listings and
take photographs.
- Identify & confirm accuracy and
reliability of recent comparable sales and listings.
- Drive by comparable sales and listings and
take photographs.
- Research market and neighborhood for trends
with active listings, pending sales and current rental rates.
- Interview owners, agents, builders and
governmental officials.
- Check zoning, flood maps, taxes and, if
available, aerial photography.
- Provide a sketch of the subject reflecting
its gross living area.
- Aggregate all findings and results into a
report to present to the client.
- Complete and transmit the report.
Barry G. Trahan , RAA |
