MTS Journal

2012  •  Volume 28  •  Issue 4

This issue features various articles on international appraising, the progress of the IVSC, determining economic obsolescence, preparing for VAB hearings, blanket filings, a review of MINExpo 2012 and insights into the world of appraising and valuation.
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Articles from this Issue

  • MTS Governors Update

Governor's Report

Important information and updates from MTS Discipline Governors.
PAGE 4 Daniel Lagace, ASA and Sharon Desfor, ASA, MRICS
  • Editor's Update

Editor's Corner

A special note from the Editor of ASA’s MTS Journal.
PAGE 7 William M. Engel, ASA, MRICS
  • Journal Article

International Opportunities for Appraisal and Valuation

While appraisal and valuation experience and knowledge are important in operating internationally, there are other factors that could easily be overlooked that are vital for success.
PAGE 8 Lee P. Hackett, FASA, FRICS, CRE
  • Journal Article

Raising the Bar for the Valuation Profession

The 2008 financial crisis reduced asset values and challenged the solvency of banks, companies, etc. This article discusses the post-crisis valuation industry and provides an update on recent interactions between the valuation profession and regulators.
PAGE 10 Steven J. Sherman
  • Journal Article

Inutility Model Scaling Factor - What if the Scaling Factor is not Six-Tenths?

Economic obsolescence can sometimes be the most difficult of all obsolescence adjustments to identify and quantify.
PAGE 12 Robert A. Davis, MBA, AVA, ASA
  • Journal Article

Preparing for the VAB hearing - A Magistrate’s Perspective

Tangible personal property tax appeal can be a challenging process for everyone involved. This article is the second in a series that provides a broader understanding of the Value Adjustment Board (VAB) process.
PAGE 16 Tammy Blackburn, ASA
  • Journal Article

What Color is Your Blanket?

Insights on collateral documentation & asset recovery for asset based loans, and more.
PAGE 19 J. P. “Buck” Ward, ASA