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Date of Death & FEMA 50 Rule Appraisals in Southwest Florida
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Trusted Southwest Florida Real Estate Appraisers
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Jack Lavoie, SRA, AI-RRS and Richard Newmiller are licensed real estate appraisers with over 34 and 41 years of experience respectively, providing valuation services throughout Southwest Florida. While their background includes extensive work in both residential and commercial appraisal, they specialize in complex, non-lending assignment
Jack Lavoie, SRA, AI-RRS and Richard Newmiller are licensed real estate appraisers with over 34 and 41 years of experience respectively, providing valuation services throughout Southwest Florida. While their background includes extensive work in both residential and commercial appraisal, they specialize in complex, non-lending assignments that require a higher level of analysis and expertise.
Their practice focuses on date of death (estate) appraisals and FEMA 50% Rule compliance appraisals, serving attorneys, CPAs, executors, and property owners who need reliable valuations for probate, IRS reporting, and permitting requirements. These types of assignments demand a deep understanding of market conditions, retrospective valuation techniques, and regulatory standards.
With decades of experience and a reputation for thorough, well-supported reports, they provide appraisals that are trusted for legal, financial, and compliance purposes. Whether assisting with estate settlement or helping determine FEMA compliance for renovation or rebuilding, they deliver clear, accurate valuations designed to solve complex real estate appraisal challenges.
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Marisa & Jeromie Goodpaster *****
Jack is by far one of the most knowledgeable Appraisers here in SWFL. I utilize his knowledge and expertise to help guide me in my Real Estate Business so that I can make the most informed decisions in order to maximize my success. 5 Stars hands down for Jack.
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Marisa & Jeromie Goodpaster *****
Jack is by far one of the most knowledgeable Appraisers here in SWFL. I utilize his knowledge and expertise to help guide me in my Real Estate Business so that I can make the most informed decisions in order to maximize my success. 5 Stars hands down for Jack.
Great appraiser! Highly recommend.
I referred Jack a very complex appraisal in Marco Island and he did an excellent job for my client. I highly recommend him and his company!
Jack Lavoie is one of the best appraisers in any market he works in. I've worked with Jack for many years and can honestly say, not only does he do a great job appraising real estate, he takes care of his clients like nobody else!
I’ve had the honor of not only knowing but working with Jack while he was in his role as Chief Appraiser for a national company. His knowledge of the profession is unmatched and his ethics are equally admirable. He has my full recommendations.
I recently had the pleasure of working with Jack Lavoie, a FEMA 50% Rule Chief Appraiser, for an appraisal of my property, flooded from hurricanes Helene and Milton in 2024. Jack's expertise and diligence in assessing the true pre-hurricane value of my home were nothing short of exemplary.
From the onset, Jack was incredibly prompt in his availability, showing both flexibility and a readiness to assist quickly. His efficient turnaround time in delivering the appraisal report was impressive and instrumental in effectively raising the 50% rule value of my property as recognized by Charlotte County.
Jack's professionalism, thorough knowledge of FEMA regulations, and meticulous attention to detail in his appraisals set him apart. His approach not only brought clarity to our situation but also provided us with the critical documentation we needed to navigate the complexities of post-hurricane property valuation.
I highly recommend Jack's services to anyone needing an accurate and reliable property appraisal in challenging circumstances. His commitment to quality and customer satisfaction is evident in every aspect of his work.
Jack was an efficient communicator and delivered timely reports and market knowledge to assist our needs. Looking forward to working with Jack again!!!