Real Estate Appraisal & Review
EFFECTIVE ANALYSIS & COMMENTARY FOR COMPLEX VALUATION
Barry A. Diskin, Ph.D., MAI, AI-GRS
Our Focus
Real estate appraisals for litigation are essential in eminent domain and property tax cases because they provide objective, well-supported valuations that can withstand legal scrutiny. In eminent domain matters, an appraisal helps establish just compensation for the property taken. In property tax disputes, a credible appraisal can demonstrate whether the assessed value is accurate or excessive. Our reports are grounded in market data, comply with professional standards, and are often pivotal in achieving equitable outcomes.
Our clients include lenders, major insurance firms, nationally known retailers, and government agencies at each level. The heart of our practice, however, is directed towards cases involving condemnation, property tax challenges, income tax, contamination, and lease disputes.
Litigation Support
With over 40 years of combined experience in real estate appraisal, we have the expertise to provide litigation support for complicated valuation problems. At DPR, our backgrounds, insights, and skills help identify strengths and weaknesses often overlooked Our focus includes rebuttal for eminent domain and property tax challenges. Complex assignments include utility easements for natural gas pipelines and high voltage transmission lines, nuclear power facilities, theme parks, condemnation blight, and mobile home/RV parks.
Appraisal Review
The review process is, in effect, a new set of eyes on an appraisal. A review appraiser comments on the completeness and accuracy of an appraisal report. Categories of review reports include technical, administrative, desk, field, or forensic.
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In some circumstances, the review report includes an alternate opinion of value. In such cases, the review becomes an appraisal.
Principal Analyst
Barry A. Diskin, Ph.D., MAI, AI-GRS
CERT GEN RZ270 RÉSUMÉ
Barry Diskin is the principal in the firm. From the fall of 1980 through the spring of 2015, Diskin was a professor in the College of Business at Florida State University. He taught courses in real estate valuation to seniors at the undergraduate level as well as MBA students. He received two university teaching awards during his academic career. In 2022, he was inducted into the Faculty Hall of Fame.
Diskin received a Master's degree in finance and a Ph.D. in land economics from Georgia State University. He is a state-certified general real estate appraiser in Florida and Georgia. He also is a real estate broker in Florida. Professional designations include the MAI and AI-GRS. Additionally, he is a member of the Real Estate Counseling Group of America (RECGA).
Diskin has testified in over 40 Florida counties and in other states including Maine, Michigan, South Carolina, Arizona, Wisconsin, and California. He has appeared before committees of the Florida Legislature and on national television.
Diskin has published articles on various topics in such journals as Real Estate Issues, Assessment Journal, Journal of Property Valuation and Taxation, The Appraisal Journal, American Business Law Journal, National Tax Journal, Journal of Real Estate Research, CPCU Journal, Right of Way, Real Estate Appraiser and Analyst, Journal of Real Estate Appraisal and Economics, Assessment Digest, Real Estate Economics, and International Journal of Business Disciplines.
Dr. Diskin on Highest & Best Use
Clients
Attorney Specializing in
Eminent Domain
Pipeline Easements
High Voltage Transmission Line Easements
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Property Tax
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Contamination Issues
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Conservation Easements
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Government Clients Include
Federal Agencies
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State Government Departments
County Attorneys/Public Works
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City Attorneys Across Florida
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Corporate Clients Include
Telecommunications Firms
National Retailers
National/Regional Lenders
Regional/Local Power Companies
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National/Regional Pipeline Companies
National Drug Store Firms
Large Land Holders
Major Food Production Firms
National Fastfood Firms