Our Team

James Berry, SRA

State-Certified Residential Real Estate Appraiser (RD6771) · SRA Designated Member, Appraisal Institute

I was born in Sacramento, CA, and lived around Northern California for the first ten years of my life. That being said, when someone asks me where I am from, I say, “the Great Northwest!” I lived in and around Portland, OR, for most of my younger years and most of my family still lives there. Sometimes people ask why I moved to Naples. The basis of my decision was to, “Live the adventure!” In response to that sentiment, I sold almost everything I owned and bought a one-way ticket to Florida to find that adventure. I moved to Naples in 2003 after completing my degree in Theology and Youth Ministry at Multnomah University. In mid-2005, I became a full-time property appraiser — more than 20 years in the field. After gathering extensive experience with a local appraisal office, I opened my own firm in 2008 and have spent the last 18 years building the business. All in all, I have completed well over 14,000 appraisals across Southwest Florida. Apart from work, I have a lovely wife, Jenna, and three kids that keep us on our toes!

Matt was born in Griffin, Georgia, just south of Atlanta. Matt grew up in Fort Myers, FL, graduating from Fort Myers High School and attending Edison College. In his free time, he enjoys cycling, fishing throughout Southwest Florida, and he has a thing for wearing pants in really hot weather. Matt is also an avid photographer and enjoys taking photos alongside his wife and daughter. His work in the appraisal industry began in 2004 when he became a Registered Trainee Appraiser — over 22 years in the field. In 2007, Matt became a State Certified Appraiser and has spent the last 19 years becoming an expert in the Lee and Collier County residential markets. Matt's appraisal education includes coursework through the Appraisal Institute, McKissock Real Estate School, and the Academy of Real Estate in Fort Myers. He is also a HUD/FHA approved appraiser.

John was born in Homestead, Florida, just south of Miami. He moved to Madison, Florida when he was 7 years old and completed high school before moving to Fort Lauderdale for college. He earned his Bachelor's Degree in Business Management with a Minor in Hospitality Management at Florida Atlantic University. Never living outside of Florida, John is a true Floridian. In his free time, he enjoys sports, fishing, and spending quality time with family. His work in the appraisal industry began in 2019 when he became a Registered Trainee Appraiser — 7 years in the field as of 2026. John is currently a State Certified Residential Appraiser and specializes in FEMA, Divorce, Refinance and complex valuations. His resume includes more than 2,000 valuations as of 2026. John is also a HUD/FHA approved appraiser.

Brandon grew up in North Carolina and earned his degree from East Carolina University, where he developed both his work ethic and his love for the coast. After college he built a career as a licensed General Contractor, gaining hands-on knowledge of construction, materials, and what truly drives a home's value — a perspective that now informs every appraisal he produces. Brandon is a State-Certified Residential Real Estate Appraiser and serves the Tampa Bay region, where he lives in Hillsborough County with his wife and son. Outside of work, you'll find him scuba diving Florida's reefs and springs, hunting, or spending weekends on the water with family. His blend of contractor's eye, coastal-Florida market knowledge, and meticulous reporting makes him a strong fit for complex residential assignments.

Greg was born in Bardstown, Kentucky, just south of Louisville. He moved to Tampa Bay in 2002 after earning a Bachelor's Degree from the University of Minnesota. In his free time, he enjoys off-shore fishing, basketball, extreme hiking, and family. Greg's work in the appraisal industry started in 2021 as a Registered Trainee Appraiser — 5 years in the field as of 2026 — and he also serves as the Special Ops Manager at Candid Appraisals. Always enjoying every aspect of real estate, the appraisal industry has been the perfect fit.