Melissa S. Harper
Willis
Summary
Dynamic Senior Consultant at Ryan LLC with expertise in ad valor's tax valuation and litigation support. Proven track record in managing a diverse client portfolio. Skilled in client relationship management and data analysis, I thrive in fast-paced environments, ensuring compliance and maximizing client satisfaction.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
TX
Ryan LLC FKA Morrison & Head Property Tax Firm
The Woodlands
09.2022 - Current
- Ad valor's tax valuation appeals regarding mainly commercial property, as well as residential property.
- Appraisal review board hearings
- Property tax budgets.
- Litigation support
- Property tax exemptions
- Property tax estimates for future years
- Marketing for new clients
- Communicating with existing clients
- Currently manage 50 client portfolio
Registered Professional Appraiser-Commercial Property Division
Montgomery Central Appraisal District
03.2021 - 09.2022
- Perform a high number of accurate appraisals daily in compliance with the federal and USPAP guidelines
- Complete Commercial Appraisals by methods not limited to Gross Income Multipliers, Income Capitalization.
- Streamlined Reporting Options
- Documents property type, construction, and measurements of each piece of property and collects field evidence to support conclusions
- Represents Montgomery Central Appraisal District in formal and informal appraisal review board hearings
- Generate reports on Current state and market trends
- Generate detailed Appraisal reports in ORION
- Lead team members in performing Appraisal Reviews for accuracy and completeness
- Perform field visits to obtain accurate information regarding commercial properties
- Respond to property owner questions and concerns by providing accurate information promptly
- Highest and best use, environmental issues, physical depreciation, new construction, building components, property inspections
Class 111 Appraiser
San Jacinto County Appraisal District
07.2017 - 03.2021
- Completes a high number of accurate appraisals daily in compliance with the federal and USPAP guidelines
- Utilizes data on surrounding properties as well as property condition, history, and unique features to create a detailed appraisal report in PACS or PACS MOBILE
- Documents property type, construction, and measurements of each piece of property and collects field evidence to support conclusions
- Represents San Jacinto County Appraisal District in formal and informal appraisal review board hearings
- Travels to field locations to evaluate residential, commercial, and special valuation properties
- Review new construction to set fair values in line with the current region's market
- Scrutinize new and existing properties while maintaining records of distinguishing characteristics.
- Remains informed with research on current state and market conditions while generating comprehensive reports
- Contribute to the development, planning, and completion of project initiatives
- Responds to customer concerns by conveying details about results
- Works closely with team members to deliver project requirements and improve operations by finding solutions
Education
BACHELOR OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION - Management
SAM HOUSTON STATE UNIVERSITY
Skills
- Ad valorem tax valuation
- Litigation support
- Property tax budgeting
- Market trend analysis
- Client relationship management
- Team leadership
- Data analysis
- Regulatory compliance
- Effective communication
- Negotiation skills
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Adobe software proficiency
- Microsoft Office suite expertise
- Team collaboration
- Positive attitude and resilience
- Adaptability to change
- Real estate marketing strategies
- Critical thinking and analysis skills
- Networking and relationship building skills
Accomplishments
- Appraiser Level 1, 09/01/17
- Appraiser Level II, 09/01/18
- Appraiser Level III, 01/06/20
- Appraiser Level IV, 01/06/22
- Property Tax Consultant License, 01/01/23
- NJCAA Division 1 Softball US National Champion, 2014
- Nationally Recognized for performance in 2014 Division 1 Softball National Championship, 2014
References
Available upon request
Timeline
TX
Ryan LLC FKA Morrison & Head Property Tax Firm
09.2022 - Current
Registered Professional Appraiser-Commercial Property Division
Montgomery Central Appraisal District
03.2021 - 09.2022
Class 111 Appraiser
San Jacinto County Appraisal District
07.2017 - 03.2021
BACHELOR OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION - Management
SAM HOUSTON STATE UNIVERSITY