Appraisal
For almost 90 years, The Robert Weiler Company has delivered trusted commercial appraisal services across the State. Backed by a deep understanding of the market, our Appraisal Division provides clarity in an industry built on complexity and nuance giving investors, lenders, attorneys, and property owners reliable valuations with credible data.
Every property tells a story. We make sure you understand how that translates into value — past, present, or future.
Our Approach
Commercial real estate appraisal isn’t about guessing what a property might be worth, it’s about uncovering its true market value, supported by data, experience, and perspective.
Every appraisal is an estimate of value and is only as good as the knowledge that prepared it. Our team combines research-driven analysis with decades of regional knowledge to deliver valuations that stand up to scrutiny, from boardrooms to courtrooms.
Our appraisers are regularly participating in educational opportunities to not only maintain credentials, but also to keep our fingers on the pulse of new methodologies, evolving industry trends, and the implications of tools such as AI in commercial real estate. We follow the Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice (USPAP), which governs the ethics and standards of the appraisal industry and keep up to date on protocols that change over time. And to continue our legacy of consistent community involvement, we submit to be pre-approved as vendors with major financial institutions and municipalities in the region.
Appraisal Services We Provide
Estate Planning & Probate
We work closely with attorneys, accountants, and even families to ensure accurate valuations for estate settlements, inheritance and capital gains, probate cases. Our appraisals are court-recognized and trusted throughout Central Ohio’s legal community and with the IRS.
Acquisition & Disposition
When buying or selling commercial property, we identify intrinsic market value — not just price — so you can make confident investment decisions.
Portfolio Evaluations
From joint ventures to partnerships, we assess complex ownership structures and provide clear, consolidated portfolio valuations that support financial reporting and strategic planning.
Condemnation & Eminent Domain
Our appraisers have prepared reports and testified in hundreds of cases involving land acquisition, utility easements, and other infrastructure or public projects. We prepare valuations to ensure fair compensation working with either property owners, utility companies, local municipalities, and even the Ohio Department of Transportation (ODOT).
Tax Appeals
Our appraisers frequently represent clients in ad valorem tax cases before the Board of Revision (BOR) and Board of Tax Appeals (BTA), presenting independent reports that have helped reduce property tax burdens across Ohio.
Litigation Support
We provide expert witness testimony, report reviews, and consulting for cases involving valuation disputes, partnership dissolutions, and damage assessments.
Appraisal Review Services
For government agencies, lenders, or attorneys seeking a second opinion, our certified team conducts unbiased appraisal reviews that validate methodology and conclusions.
Public Project Analysis
We evaluate properties affected by infrastructure or development projects, ensuring that both temporary and permanent impacts are fairly measured.
Refinancing & Lending Valuations
We are pre-approved by nearly every major banking institution in Central Ohio, providing precise valuations that meet lender requirements and regulatory standards. Non-mortgage lending avenues are also familiar to our team with reports prepared for grant applications or with private lenders.
Why Choose The Robert Weiler Company
Integrity and Independence:
Every valuation is objective, defensible, and compliant with USPAP.
Proven Credibility:
We’ve testified in courts, served financial institutions, and supported government entities for decades.
Confidentiality
Whether we are engaged to work together or not, our team maintains the highest confidentiality of data and client information shared. No details of our findings are shared with anyone other than our client without express written permission.
Market Mastery:
Our understanding of the Columbus and Central Ohio markets helps reveal opportunities others might overlook.
Depth of Resources:
Collaboration with our Brokerage and Property Management teams allows us to provide context no stand-alone appraisal firm can match.
Appraisal Process Overview
From your first consultation to the final report, our process is transparent and built for confidence:
- Define your needs and scope
- Collect and verify property and market data
- Conduct field inspections and analysis
- Apply cost, sales comparison, and income approaches
- Review findings and deliver your final report
Every appraisal we complete is reviewed for accuracy, methodology, and compliance before delivery.
Meet Our Appraisal Leadership Team
At The Robert Weiler Company, expertise isn’t abstract — it’s personal.
Our appraisal team is led by seasoned professionals who bring decades of experience, technical precision, and integrity to every assignment. Whether you need valuation insight, litigation support, or project coordination, you’ll be connected directly with the right expert from day one.
Bob Weiler
Provides expert testimony, business valuations, and consultation on complex appraisal matters.
Melissa A. Dean Speert
Heads the department, providing real estate appraisals, expert testimony, and consulting on appraisal matters throughout Central Ohio.
Gina Molinari
Manages the appraisal team and serves as first point of contact for clients — overseeing coordination, scheduling, and project management from start to finish.
FAQs
What types of properties do you appraise?
We appraise nearly all property types — including land, industrial, office, retail, mixed-use, multifamily, and special-purpose assets. We only appraise single-family residences when they exceed $1m in value, are part of a larger portfolio, or when involved in special litigation circumstances.
How long does a commercial appraisal take?
Typical assignments range four to several months depending on case complexity and purpose.
Do you handle appraisals for litigation or tax appeal cases?
Yes. Our team frequently works with attorneys and property owners in both BOR and BTA hearings, providing expert testimony and documentation.
Can you appraise properties outside Columbus?
While Central Ohio is our core market, we regularly perform appraisals throughout the state when local insight and professional expertise are required.
What’s the difference between an appraisal and a valuation?
An appraisal determines a property’s specific market value at a given time; valuation may include broader financial analysis, forecasts, or portfolio perspectives.