Jenn OTool, Associate General Real Property Appraiser

Jenn OTool Biography
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Nelsen Appraisal Associates's Jenn OTool embarked on her studies to become a Certified General Real Estate Appraiser in 2007. She has a background in finance due to her experience at Principal Financial Group.
Jenn's work experience and continuing education courses provide the foundation for her to deliver high-quality services under the supervision of Gene Nelsen, MAI, CCIM in:
- Industrial and commercial property appraisals with experience in leasehold estates and leased-fee estates
- Multi-family real estate appraisals
- Subdivision analysis and appraisals
Education
- Simpson College
- Bachelor of Arts
- Appraisal course work, including:
- Appraisal Principals – 30 hours
- Appraisal Procedures – 30 hours
- Real Estate Finance, Statistics and Valuation Modeling – 30 hours
- General Appraiser Market Analysis and Highest and Best Use – 30 hours
- General Appraiser Site Valuation and Cost Approach – 30 hours
- General Appraiser Income Approach / Part 1 and 2 – 60 hours
- General Appraiser Report Writing and Case Studies – 30 hours
- Residential Report Writing and Case Studies – 15 hours
- National USPAP Course – 15 hours + 7-hour update
Jenn is actively working toward her MAI designation through the Appraisal Institute.
Professional Affiliations
- General Associate Membership in the Appraisal Institute
- Associate Membership in CCIM
State Certification
- Associate Real Estate Appraiser status, working toward general certification