Moore/Taylor & Associates was formed in 1989 by R. Neal Moore, Jr. and J. Thomas Taylor. The two principals had worked for a large Greensboro appraisal firm for approximately 10 years and had gained experience in appraising many different property types in North Carolina and several other states. Now the company concentrates on local properties, primarily in Piedmont North Carolina.

The company now has a staff of eight including two residential appraisers, four commercial/industrial appraisers and two office staff. Our clients include numerous banks and lending institutions, law firms, accounting firms and government agencies. The N.C. Dept. of Transportation is a major client with respect to condemnation appraisals for highway construction projects.

We are proud of the fact that many members of our staff are members of the Appraisal Institute. This is the worlds largest and most prominent professional association for appraisers with over 17,000 members in the U.S. Tom Taylor served as President of the NC Chapter in 2002 and has served in several other capacities. Neal Moore served on the Board of Directors and as a Regional Representative. Three members of the firm hold either the MAI or SRA designation with two being dual designated. We encourage the other appraisers to pursue an Institute designation as we believe it demonstrates a dedication to excellence in the appraisal field.

Sadly, on October 20, 2003, Neal Moore passed away at the age of 51. He had a fairly short bout with an extremely aggressive form of cancer (melanoma) which had affected several areas of his body. He was brave to the end. We miss him terribly and will not be able to fill the void left by his death. Moore/Taylor & Associates will carry on in as normal a way possible, as was his wish.