Business Details
Trusted Real Estate Appraisals in the Hudson Valley
McGrath & Company & Company provides comprehensive real estate valuation and consultation services tailored to financial institutions, attorneys, municipalities, developers, and private investors. With over 100 years of combined experience specializing in the Hudson Valley, our team delivers timely and precise appraisals for vacant land, commercial/industrial properties, multi-family developments, and special-use properties. Our commitment to integrity and professionalism ensures fair market valuations for litigation matters, tax assessments, feasibility studies, and conservation easement analyses.Founded on the principles of Don McGrath & Company & Company, whose 40-year legacy of expertise and community contribution continues to inspire us, we maintain deep local knowledge across Dutchess, Putnam, Westchester, and surrounding counties. Our staff includes certified appraisers with specialized expertise in natural resource lands, conservation easements, and complex industrial properties, supported by advanced technological capabilities to meet evolving client needs.
Services
Commercial Property Appraisal
Tax Certiorari Analysis
Land Appraisals
Conservation Easements
Feasibility Studies
Highlights and features
- We offer 100+ combined years of Hudson Valley real estate appraisal experience
- Our team includes MAI-certified appraisers with specialized conservation land expertise
- We provide timely valuations for complex commercial/industrial properties
- Proven track record in tax certiorari cases across Westchester and Putnam Counties
- Deep local knowledge spanning 14 New York State counties
Associations and certifications
- Appraisal Institute
Services
Commercial Property Appraisal
Our commercial property appraisals serve financial institutions and developers across the New York metropolitan area. We evaluate retail centers, industrial complexes, and office developments with precise market analysis. Our certified appraisers combine technical expertise with local market knowledge to deliver defensible valuations for lending and investment decisions.
Tax Certiorari Analysis
Specializing in Westchester and Putnam County tax certiorari cases, we provide expert valuation analysis for commercial properties. Our team prepares compelling evidence to challenge over-assessments and optimize property tax liabilities. With decades of litigation support experience, we help clients achieve fair tax valuations through proven legal processes.
Conservation Easements
Since 1985, we've delivered conservation easement appraisals for charitable deductions and public agency acquisitions. Our specialists evaluate rural and agricultural properties across New York State, including the Adirondacks and Catskill Mountains. These valuations support land preservation initiatives while meeting strict IRS and state regulatory requirements.
Feasibility Studies
Our consulting services provide detailed feasibility studies for residential and commercial developers. We analyze market conditions, zoning regulations, and financial viability to guide development decisions. These studies incorporate demographic trends and comparable sales data to assess project potential in the Hudson Valley region.
Litigation Support
With 30+ years of litigation experience, we prepare court-defensible appraisals for condemnation proceedings and tax disputes. Our team works with property owners and government agencies to quantify damages and establish fair market values. We provide expert witness testimony supported by comprehensive valuation analysis.
People
Al DeKrey
Senior Vice President
MAI-certified appraiser with 30+ years specializing in conservation lands and special-use properties. Joined McGrath & Company & Company in 1992 and provides expert valuation analysis for complex real estate assignments.
Sal DeSiena
Certified General Real Estate Appraiser
Staff appraiser since 2009 focusing on commercial and residential properties in the Mid-Hudson Valley. Provides detailed valuation reports combining technical expertise with local market knowledge for diverse property types.
Brendan McGrath
Office Manager
Professional appraiser since 2006 with extensive experience in NYC and Hudson Valley properties. Operated the business continuously since his father's passing in 2015, maintaining the company's commitment to valuation excellence.
Jerry Carey
Senior Vice President
Expert advisor specializing in commercial and industrial properties throughout the Mid-Hudson Valley. Provides strategic valuation insights drawn from decades of regional appraisal experience and market analysis.
Questions
What commercial property types do you appraise?
We evaluate all commercial property types including retail centers, industrial facilities, office buildings, multi-family developments, and special-use properties across New York State.
Do you handle out-of-state appraisal assignments?
While our primary focus is the Hudson Valley, we've completed appraisals for shopping centers and industrial properties in Connecticut, New Jersey, and other states through our network of qualified professionals.
How do conservation easement appraisals work?
Our certified appraisers analyze before-and-after values for preserved land parcels, preparing documentation that meets IRS requirements for charitable tax deductions and public acquisition programs.
Can you assist with tax certiorari in Westchester County?
Yes, we specialize in Westchester County tax challenges, providing expert valuation analysis and procedural guidance to reduce commercial property tax liabilities through legal certiorari processes.
What experience do you have with feasibility studies?
Our team conducts comprehensive market analyses and feasibility studies for developers, evaluating zoning compliance, financial viability, and market demand for proposed residential and commercial projects.
