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David Fontana 2009

Name: David Fontana Title: Owner/Chief Appraiser Company: Armstrong Appraisals, LLC Location: P.O. Box 5016, Clifton Park, NY 12065 Birthplace and date: Watertown, N.Y., Oct. 20, 1968 College: Canisius College, BS in Finance, 1990 What do you do now and what are you planning for the future? We are an independent appraisal company servicing all of NYS. We offer both traditional and alternative solutions for real estate appraisal services and collateral valuation products. We are committed to working closely with our clients to deliver the products and services that best fit their needs. Appraisals are in compliance with FHLMC/FNMA, FIRREA, Regulatory Agency, and USPAP standards, as well as FHA and VA requirements. Additionally, reports are reviewed for each client's specific requirements and for state specific standards. We at Armstrong Appraisals understand the importance of customer service, quality of work and expedient turnaround time. We achieve this by having our in-house quality assurance team evaluate all projects, as well as with an extensive review program. Key to success: Hard work and persistence.
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