A Firm Built on Experience, Integrity and Diligence.

Experienced in eminent domain, litigation testimony and property analysis for a wide array of property types. Our most valuable asset is our teamwork and we work closely with clients to deliver reliable valuations in a timely manner. You can find our Qualifications here!

Our pledge to independence and expertise is evidenced by our numerous professional designations and training. Our commitment to integrity is demonstrated by our leadership experience within the Appraisal Institute and IRWA (International Right of Way Association).

 

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We at Chapman & Patton know that finding the right appraiser to hire is a choice not to be taken lightly. That’s why we offer free consultations to walk you through the appraisal process in accordance with your needs, the scope of the assignment, and your budget.

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Principal Appraiser

Michelle Patton MAI, SR/WA, R/W-AC

Michelle was born and raised in California. She was originally from Danville but now resides in Sonora.

Mrs. Patton began her appraisal career in 2003 with Robert Ford and Associates, a commercial appraisal firm in Modesto, California.  In 2009, the firm was purchased by Craig Owyang Real Estate where Mrs. Patton was a senior appraiser for over four years.  She officially joined Dean Chapman & Associates as a staff appraiser in 2014.  She earned the MAI designation from the Appraisal Institute in 2012 and the SR/WA designation and R/W-AC (Right-of-Way Appraisal Certification) from the International Right of Way Association in 2017 and 2013, respectively.  She is recently served as President on the Northern California Chapter of the Appraisal Institute’s board of directors.

Ms. Patton has five children:  two daughters and three sons.  Her free time is spent hiking, running, wood-working and cheering for her kids on soccer fields all over California.

 

Appraisal Designations

  • MAI (Member of Appraisal Institute)

Right-of Way Designation

  • SR/WA (Senior Right-of-Way Agent - IR/WA)

  • R/W-AC (Right-of-Way Appraisal Certification - IRWA)

State Certification

  • Certified General Real Estate Appraiser State of CA

Other Licensure

  • Real Estate Broker - Bureau of Real Estate State of California

Memberships

  • The Appraisal Institute

  • International Right-of-Way Association (IRWA)

  • National Association of Realtors

  • American Society of Farm Managers and Rural Appraisers (ASFMRA)

Affiliations

  • Appraisal Institute, MAI Designation

  • Appraisal Institute - Northern California Chapter - Executive Director/President 2018

  • Appraisal Institute - Northern California Chapter - Executive Director/Vice President 2017

  • Appraisal Institute - Northern California Chapter - Executive Director/Treasurer 2016

  • Appraisal Institute - Northern California Chapter - Executive Director/Secretary 2015

  • Appraisal Institute - Northern California Chapter - Executive Director/Board Member 2014

  • International Right of Way Association (IRWA) - SR/WA, R/W-AC Designated Member

  • National Association of Realtors - Member