Credentials

Certified Residential Real Estate Appraiser since 1977, State of California

Designated as a Residential Appraiser (SRA) with the Appraisal Institute

Continuing education with the Appraisal Institute on relevant topics such as Green Building, lending practices and current socio-economic dynamics

Experience

Started real estate appraising in 1977 in Oakland, CA

Founded Linda Boyd Appraisal Services in 1981

Formed Boyd-Smith Appraisal Services with husband, Matthew Smith, General Appraiser in 1985

Education: Bachelor of Science in Business Administration, CSU Chico, 1976

Photography by Corinne Smith in Oakland, CA