About – Boston Appraisal Services

About Boston Appraisal Services

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Founded in 2011, Boston Appraisal Services has grown consistently ever since. Located in Boston, MA, our firm operates across the state of Massachusetts. We specialize in helping our clients make informed decisions by providing them with a variety of valuation products.

Boston Appraisal Services strives to provide transparent, credible, and reliable valuation services in a timely manner to assist our clients when making decisions regarding mortgage lending, investment, acquisition, development, litigation, tax, and estate planning. With an extensive database, an advanced appraisal platform, and an experienced roster of commercial and residential appraisers, we pride ourselves on being thorough and timely.

Since Boston Appraisal Services’ inception, we have continuously provided the best quality real estate appraisal services to every client, every time. This has helped us develop an established clientele that includes nationwide and local lenders, private homeowners, commercial property owners, bail bond firms, attorneys, CPAs, banks, and appraisal management companies across the nation.

In addition to meeting our clients’ exacting requirements, Boston Appraisal Services is in complete compliance with Massachusetts’ real estate industry standards, requirements, and USPAP.

We look forward to working with you! Please feel free to contact us with any questions or comments about our services. We love feedback!

Our Team Members

Boston Appraisal Services’ team is qualified in every sense. Our staff provides personal attention to you throughout the appraisal process. We use the most advanced technology to collect and process relevant information for the valuation. Our ability to deliver high-quality reports means you always get what you need, including excellent customer service.

Adnan Salam, SRA

Certified General Appraiser | FHA-approved

Adnan Salam is a Certified General Real Estate Appraiser from Boston, MA. Graduating in 2007 with a degree in Electrical Engineering from the University of Massachusetts, Amherst, Mr. Salam has been working as an appraiser for over 15 years. He founded his company, Boston Appraisal Services in 2011, the year he obtained his Certified Residential certification. He worked diligently in the real estate valuation field and over the years, he obtained his SRA designation and transitioned to commercial valuation, obtaining his Certified General licensure. He brings a strong analytical mind and attention to technical detail in his appraisal and management. Adnan has deep experience in complex valuations, both commercial and residential, for private and institutional clients seeking to reduce risk in their transactions. Currently, he is working towards obtaining his MAI designation.

Chet Rogers, MAI

Certified General Appraiser

Chet is a Certified General Appraiser in the states of MA, NH, VT and ME with multiple degrees in electrical engineering. He’s been actively engaged as a commercial appraiser since 2003. He works closely with land conservation trusts and environmental organizations, attorneys, financial institutions, private landowners, developers, and government organizations. He holds the MAI designation, indicating the highest professional levels of knowledge, analytical skills, experience, and judgment.

Didarul Salam

Chief of Appraisal Operations and QC | FHA-approved

Didarul leverages 15 years of experience in real estate valuations and investment in the executive management and monitoring of appraisal operations at BAS. He’s an FHA-approved and Certified Residential appraiser and ensures the consideration of market conditions and adverse issues with each subject property and market to identify all internal and external factors influencing fair market value, functional utility, and marketability. Didarul directs real estate valuation activities including research, valuation, and quality control in all aspects of single-family, condominium, and multi-family residential valuations. He possesses an advanced education, including a graduate degree in Computer Information Systems from Boston University, and has completed advanced coursework with the MBREA that uniquely equips him to incorporate regression and statistical analysis methodologies in determining market value trends.

Leitha Reilly

Certified General Appraiser

Leitha’s specialty is the commercial appraisal for properties involving sales, financing, bankruptcy, divorce, tax abatement, zoning variances, conservation easements, Yellow Book, estate valuation, and portfolio management. She’s a Certified General Appraiser in NH and MA and brings a wealth of business and financial experience from her former positions as Director of a security technology firm and Administrative Officer of one of the oldest and largest financial services firms in the country. Leitha earned her MBA at Boston College and her BBA at UMASS. She has appraisal-specific education in energy-efficient properties, green construction, and land valuation. A leader in her community, she is a member of the Southern NH Planning Commission and the Londonderry Planning Board.

Tarique Haque

VP of Operations | FHA-approved

Tarique Haque is a Certified Residential appraiser, operating in the states of MA, NH, and RI. With previous experience working as an assessor for the City of Boston, he manages operations for Boston Appraisal Services and oversees day-to-day appraisal workflows. He studied Economics at the University of Massachusetts, Boston, and is an expert in USPAP, FHA, FNMA, and state appraisal regulations. He is currently working towards obtaining his General Appraiser certification.

Alauddin Chowdhury

Certified Residential Appraiser | FHA-approved

Alauddin Chowdhury is a Certified Residential appraiser and has been involved in the real estate industry for over 15 years, with his experience translating into succinct and accurate reports. Bringing with him his extensive knowledge along with his understanding of the market, Alauddin Chowdhury provides expertise and sound guidance.

Zia H Siddiki

Certified Residential Appraiser | FHA-approved

Zia Siddiki has a degree in telecommunications and began his appraisal career almost 12 years ago. Zia is a Certified Residential Appraiser and specializes in FHA appraisals and high-end appraisal valuations and has an in-depth knowledge of the Massachusetts market. He also offers his expertise for our clients in the state of Rhode Island, specifically appraising multifamily and residential properties.

Jakir Tarafder

Certified Residential Appraiser | FHA-approved

Jakir Tarafder completed his undergraduate and graduate degrees in Accounting and has been operating in the real estate industry in the state of Massachusetts. As a Certified Residential appraiser, Jakir blends his analytical skills with excellent attention to detail in his appraisal reports, helping both institutional and local clients with their valuation needs.

Kirky Galt, LEED AP

VP of Marketing

Kirky is responsible for ensuring excellent relationships with all our current and future clients. His experience and education in business, real estate, green building, and marketing support our strategic goal of providing the best valuation services to MA and the broader real estate community. He earned his MBA and BSB from UOP and a 2nd Bachelor’s in RE Studies from the Forbes School of Business. He’s also a Real Estate Broker, Designated Broker Price Opinion Resource by NAR, and LEED Accredited Professional by the U.S. Green Building Counsel.

Positive Words

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“As a Senior Housing Specialist with HUD, I review appraisals for compliance. I could not let this day go by without letting you know that the appraisal I just reviewed by BAS was the best. I was able to locate every detail of information without a problem. The appraiser’s comments were outstanding. The appraisal was prepared in such an easy to read format, and so detailed that anyone would understand the appraisal process. Thank you very much for such a well-prepared appraisal.”

Ronda M. Nickens, Senior Single Family Housing Specialist

U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development, Quality Assurance Division

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“BAS’s knowledge of the market and expertise have been of great service to me over the years. They consistently deliver comprehensive and timely appraisals and are among the most dependable companies I work with. The court accepts their reports. I can confidently recommend BAS and I know they will prove to be an asset to you. They are professional and provide exceptional service whenever required.”

Stuart T. Schrier

Schrier & Associates, P.C.

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"Boston Appraisal is our go-to company! Not only can we depend on them for accurate and realistic appraisal values but also for stellar customer service and response time!"

Winnie Uniacke

Harper Financial

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“They always go the extra mile when we have any questions and never fail to provide us with accurate valuations.”

Martin Yau

CrossCountry Mortgage, Inc.

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“There are often new appraisers trying to solicit my business and none have matched their superior service.”

Ian Nielsen

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“I have been working with Boston Appraisal Services for years and they have always exceeded my expectations with their reports and their research. I would recommend their services to everyone!”

Raphael Okoye, CPA

RCM Tax Services

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“We have been working with BAS for years and it has always been an excellent experience. They combine punctual, dependable service with impressive speed and incredible customer support. They have been an advantage in our work with estates and tax cases. The provide expert valuations for a range of different properties, delivering exemplary appraisal reports that cater to our specific needs. We routinely use their reports to settle family differences in estate matters.”

Michael P. Rossman

Law Office of Walter J. Kelly

Trusted Professionals

COMPLIANCE AND TRANSPARENCY

In addition to meeting your exact requirements and providing professional appraisal reports, Boston Appraisal Services is in complete compliance with Massachusetts real estate industry standards and USPAP.

QUALITY CONTROL

Every appraisal goes through a three-tiered quality control process before release to ensure your report meets standard UAD guidelines and client overlays. Our focused geographic footprint, and knowing you are working with a market expert, is the key to great quality.

DESIGNATIONS

Our appraisers have earned and maintain the SRA and MAI designations from the Appraisal Institute. The MAI designations represent years of proven, real-life real estate valuation experience and advanced knowledge. Designated members have demonstrated exemplary services when providing opinions of value, evaluations, reviews, consulting, and advice regarding investment decisions.

CUSTOMER SERVICE

A dedicated live customer service team means having someone available to answer your phone calls and emails. Our goal is to quickly respond to your needs and provide the best response to get your transaction on its way to a successful close.