Kristin Vieira

Statement of Qualifications

Kristin Vieira is currently an independent appraiser associated with Correia - Xavier, Incorporated, an independent real estate appraisal firm specializing in the appraisal of agricultural properties. Ms. Vieira is certified by the State of California as a Certified General Real Estate Appraiser, Certificate Number AG033706; expiration date April 13, 2010.

Professional Education ___________________________________________________________________  

• Bachelor of Science Degree - Agricultural Business, California State University, Fresno, 1998
• American Society of Farm Managers and Rural Appraisers (ASFMRA): Fundamentals of Rural Appraisal; Principles of Rural Appraisal; Eminent Domain; Highest and Best Use; Income Capitalization; Appraising Permanent Plantings in a Changing Market; Advanced Rural Appraisal; DOV Seminar; ASFMRA Code of Ethics; Water Infrastructure Seminar and Tour
• American Society of Appraisers (ASA):  Appraisal Report Writing
• Lincoln Graduate Center: National Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice (USPAP) Course
• Fresno City College: Real Estate Principles

Appraisal Experience ____________________________________________________________________  

Ms. Vieira has over 10 years of appraisal related experience and has appraised and assisted in appraising, various commercial, industrial, residential and agricultural properties in narrative and form format throughout the Central Valley of California.

• Appraiser – Correia-Xavier, Incorporated -- June 1998 to Present
• Intern – California Grape & Tree Fruit League – January 1998 to May 1998
• Bank Teller – WestAmerica Bank – August 1997 to May 1998

Appraisal Clients _________________________________________________________________________  

Ms. Vieira has appraised or assisted in appraising properties, on a fee basis, for a broad spectrum of clients, including federal, state, and local government agencies, major local, national and international banks, major insurance companies, pension funds, pension fund advisors, and numerous attorneys, accountants, corporations and individuals.

Supplementary Information ______________________________________________________________

• Associate member of the American Society of Farm Managers and Rural Appraisers
• Phi Mu Fraternity Alumni Member