Michael S. Cook is the President of Michael S. Cook & Associates, Inc. and he has been actively engaged in real estate valuation and consulting since 1986. In addition to being President, Mr. Cook is the firm’s senior analyst and chief review appraiser. Under the direction of Mr. Cook, Michael S. Cook & Associates, Inc. has conducted valuations for numerous financial institutions, the Department of Housing and Urban Development, several departments of state and local government, real estate developers, real estate investors, attorneys, and individuals. Property types regularly analyzed include unimproved land, residential and commercial subdivisions, single-family residences, condominiums, 1-4 family properties, multi-family apartment complexes, single-user office buildings, multi-user office buildings, single-user retail facilities, neighborhood shopping centers, and light manufacturing or industrial facilities.
Mr. Cook has also been certified and testified as an expert witness in Federal Bankruptcy Court, Texas District Court, and Grayson County Court. Additionally, he has served as a Special Commissioner for Grayson County in condemnation proceedings.
In 1985, Mr. Cook became involved in the construction of single-family residences and the development of small commercial properties. Throughout his career, he has remained an active investor in land, residential properties, and commercial properties.
Education and Professional Designations
Mr. Cook attended Grayson College and has attended numerous continuing education courses and seminars offered by a variety of sources, including the Appraisal Institute, the Institute of Real Estate Professionals, the Department of Housing and Urban Development, and Fannie Mae. Mr. Cook regularly attends the meetings of the North Texas Chapter of the Appraisal Institute and conferences such as the annual conference of the Relocation Appraisers and Consultants organization.
The Appraisal Institute awarded Mr. Cook the MAI designation in 1999. The MAI membership designation is held by appraisers who are experienced in the valuation and evaluation of commercial, industrial, residential, and other types of properties, and who advise clients on real estate investment decisions
Mr. Cook was also awarded the Appraisal Institute’s SRA designation in 1989. The SRA professional membership designation is held by real estate solutions providers who are experienced in the analysis and valuation of residential real property.
Mr. Cook is licensed in the State of Texas as a Real Estate Broker and maintains a General Appraiser Certification in Texas.
Professional Organizations
MAI Member of the Appraisal Institute
SRA Member of the Appraisal Institute
Relocation Appraisers and Consultants
North Texas Commercial Association of REALTORS
Collin County Association of REALTORS
