Background:

"Ross Blanchard, CMEA is the Senior Appraiser and Owner of ABL Advisors, LLC.  Having several hundred appraisals across the nation over the last decade, Ross has been a trusted advisor and machinery/equipment appraiser to a variety of lenders (SBA and Conventional), CPA’s, Attorneys, and business owners.

Ross has experience appraising a wide variety of machinery and equipment for industries including restaurant, commercial transportation, auto dealerships, manufacturing, franchise, medical/vet/dental, aviation, agriculture, fitness, and more.

Located centrally in Iowa, Ross is able to perform appraisals in all 50 states.

Education/Training:

Bachelors Degree - Economics and Business - Cornell College

Certified Machinery and Equipment Appraiser (CMEA, NEBB Institute)

15-Hour Personal Property Appraisal USPAP Training - The Appraisal Foundation