2660 NE Hwy 20 STE 610 PMB 46
Bend, Oregon 97701
Thank you for taking the time to learn more about me. I am a certified general appraiser in Oregon, specializing in commercial properties. With a passion for teaching and learning, I earned my bachelor's degree in Science Education from Arkansas State University. Although I am no longer in the classroom, I still find joy in discovering real-life applications of scientific principles and even toy with the idea of writing a book or curriculum with this focus.
While working toward my degree, I provided bookkeeping services for a CPA, managing over 30 businesses each month. Eventually, I transitioned back into the accounting field after teaching, offering bookkeeping services to private clients and then advancing through various roles in the accounting department at a local manufacturing company. These experiences now come together to prepare me for my third profession--appraising real estate. I love how it combines my interests in researching, writing, teaching, and numbers. Plus, I am always learning more about how America operates behind the scenes as I appraise properties and study market trends.
I began my appraisal career as an appraiser assistant in 2018, focusing on residential appraisals. I later transitioned to commercial appraisals under the mentorship of Michele Payne, the former owner of Payne Appraisal Services. Michele retired in December 2023, and I opened my own company, Dogwood Commercial Appraisals, to continue serving our past clients and welcome new clients. Having made Central Oregon my home since 2009, I have witnessed its transformative growth firsthand and have developed nuanced insights into the distinct markets of its diverse communities.
Your investment in real estate is one of the most significant decisions you will make. I am committed to helping you gain clarity in your decision-making process. As an honest, hard-working professional, my goal is to provide you with an accurate and well-supported appraisal report. I am happy to discuss the process with you both before and after the appraisal.