Get to Know Us

 Our Team

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Doug Brown

Staff Appraiser/ Partner

A seasoned appraisal veteran, Doug has trained over 20 licensed appraisers over his 30+ years of appraisal experience. Formerly the District Director of a large bank, Doug has a wide range of appraisal knowledge to draw from. Doug is an award-winning theater set builder and lives with his wife in Walnut Creek. 

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Kyle Paquin

Staff Appraiser/ Partner

Kyle is a Certified Residential Appraiser and a Designated Member of the National Association of Real Estate Appraisers (NAA). A talented voice actor, Kyle contributes to the popular Dungeons & Dragons podcast -"The Lazy Bardcast." Kyle lives with his wife and child in Benicia.

Kristie Barnes

Office Manager

Kristie runs the office with precision. She has an Associates Degree in Business Administration. If you call in or email us, she will be your point of contact. 

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Miles Pochini

Staff Appraiser

Miles was Valuable Appraisal's first trainee to complete our rigorous appraisal learning. He lives in Burlingame with his girlfriend and fur baby.