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All about Rikrland Valuation Services, Commercial Real Estate Appraisals, CRE Appraisal Reviews, Covering ALL of ALaska

Rikrland Valuation Services, LLC was founded in 2015 on Alaska’s Kenai Peninsula with a clear mission: to provide Alaskans and clients nationwide with access to the highest-caliber commercial real estate appraisal expertise. Our name, derived from old Norwegian meaning …read more

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Ready to request a quote? The first step is to contact us, tell us a little bit about your appraisal situation, and allow us to provide a quote. You can always call or email, some people prefer to use this form. Request a Quote form

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Our Real Estate Appraisal team is led by our founding partner, Lydia Larson. Learn more about her, HERE!

Blog Posts - Rikrland Valuation Services - Articles and Blogs from Alaskan Economist, Lydia Larson CRE Appraiser
The Rikrland Macros Blog delivers practical guides and Alaska-specific commentary on appraisal techniques, regulatory changes affecting aircraft values, fuel economics, and avoiding common valuation pitfalls in real estate and aviation. CLICK HERE to navigate to the index page of the blog.
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A splash page that summarizes our most common services. What We Do: Comprehensive real estate appraisal, market studies, appraisal reviews, consulting, and expert witness services across Alaska—plus limited business valuations and aircraft appraisals for general aviation and charter operations. LINK

Here are some additional resource pages we’ve created to assist potential clients with topics we’re experts in. These pages address questions we’re often asked, terms common (and less common) within our industry, and important information many might find useful. Click on the images to the right, and below:

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Glossary of Appraisal Terms: A-Z Definitions for Real Estate Valuation, USPAP Standards, Approaches to Value, and Alaska-Specific Licensing Rules
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FAQ: Real Estate Appraisal Basics, Process, Costs, and Alaska-Specific Insights
Professional Designation Entities, MAI, AI-GRS, ASA, RP-ASA, GAA, MNAA Appraisal Designations
Appraisal Designations Matter: Hallmarks of Expertise (MAI, AI-GRS, ASA) for High-Stakes Commercial, Residential, and Review Work in Alaska
Comparative Market Analysis, CMA, versus an Appraisal from a licensed/certified Real Estate Appraiser
CMA Compared to an Appraisal: Informal Agent Estimates vs. USPAP-Compliant Certified Valuations in Alaska
Brokers Price Opinion, Brokers Opinion of Value, BOV, BPO, CMA, Comparative Market Analysis, Real Estate Appraisal
BPO vs CMA vs Appraisal: Legal Differences and When to Use Each in Alaska Real Estate Valuations
Scenic Alaska harbor in Homer or Valdez with colorful fishing boats docked in calm water, surrounded by snow-capped mountains under a blue sky, overlaid with text: Short Term Rentals & Hospitality ADA Guide
ADA for STR & B&B: Federal Requirements for Transient Lodging (Mobility/Communication Features), 5-Room Owner-Occupied Exemption, Non-Compliance Consequences, and Accessible Tourism Benefits in Alaska

Links to Our Policies

At Rikrland Valuation Services, we maintain clear, transparent policies to ensure compliance, professionalism, and fair dealings in every appraisal engagement. Below is a summary of each key policy:

  • Website Privacy Policy
    Outlines how we collect, use, protect, and disclose personal information gathered through our website, in compliance with applicable privacy laws.
  • Confidentiality Policy
    Details our strict obligations under USPAP Ethics Rule and Appraisal Institute standards to protect client information and assignment results, with limited exceptions for authorized disclosures only.
  • Contract Terms
    Summarizes the general terms and conditions (e.g., scope, payment, intellectual property, lien rights, termination) that typically appear in our appraisal engagement agreements.
  • Billing & Collections Policy
    Explains our invoicing procedures, payment expectations, late fees, collection actions, and any minimum billing or retained funds requirements for appraisal services.
  • Retained Funds Policy
    Describes when and how we require advance deposits or retained funds to secure engagements, including refund conditions and application to final invoices.
  • Site Visit Policy
    Defines requirements, protocols, and client responsibilities for interior/exterior property inspections, safety considerations, and remote Alaska-specific access challenges.
  • Cancellation Policy
    Specifies conditions under which engagements may be canceled, associated fees or retained amounts, and notice requirements to avoid full billing.
  • Appraisal Independence & Conflicts of Interest Policy
    Affirms our commitment to USPAP and federal standards for objective, impartial appraisals, with procedures to identify, disclose, and manage any potential conflicts of interest.
  • Precious Metals Acceptance Policy
    Outlines procedures for accepting Goldbacks (via the Goldback Merchant Network) and select government-minted gold/silver bullion coins (e.g., American Eagles, Canadian Maple Leafs) as payment, valued at current spot/exchange rates with no premiums; includes verification, appointment-only acceptance at Soldotna HQ, no on-site storage, and Alaska-specific considerations for tangible asset transactions.

For the full details of any policy, please click the links above or contact us directly. These policies are subject to periodic updates.