Certified Residential Appraiser

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Accurate, professional valuations with over a decade of experience. Relied upon by government agencies, financial institutions, attorneys, investors, developers.

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Professional Overview

Stephen LaFalce, SCRREA, is the Principal and Chief Appraiser at SL Appraisal Group, bringing over a decade of experience in residential appraisal. His expertise encompasses a broad range of property types, including developmental sites, single-family homes, and multi-family residences.

Mr. LaFalce provides expert market studies, consulting, and review services for a diverse clientele, including government agencies, financial institutions, attorneys, investors, and developers. He specializes in handling complex transactions, including estate trusts and divorce settlements, supported by his thorough knowledge of Internal Revenue Service (IRS) regulations and guidelines.

His recognized expertise has resulted in court appointments in the Ocean and Mercer County Superior Court Family Divisions. Mr. LaFalce authored appraisal guidelines and standard operating procedures for the recently approved $3.5 million partnership between the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection (NJDEP) and the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA).

10+
Years Experience
900+
Properties Valued
100%
Valuations Upheld in Court

Professional Experience

2020 - Present

Principal, Chief Appraiser

SL Appraisal Group

Founder and lead appraiser responsible for directing all aspects of firm operations, including appraisal production, regulatory compliance, and client engagement. Oversees valuations across all intended uses.

2023 - Present

Senior Reviewer

New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection

Lead reviewer for state and federal compliance. Responisble for developing appraisal guidelines for $3.5M USDA partnership.

2019 - 2020

Senior Appraiser

Meehan Valuation

Specialized in Department of Transportation, medical office, multifamily, and other commercial valuation assignments, along with economic and market analyses.

2015 - 2019

Associate Appraiser

Jersey Appraisal Services

Assisted with 250+ property valuations, conducting research on property data, zoning, and land use to support accurate analyses.

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