Larry Johnson, M AI
About Larry Johnson, M AI
Larry Johnson serves as the Vice President and Senior Commercial Review Appraiser at City National Bank, where he has worked since 2014. He has extensive experience in real estate appraisal and consulting, having prepared over 170 appraisal reports and worked with various firms in the industry.
Work at City National Bank
Larry Johnson serves as the Vice President and Senior Commercial Review Appraiser at City National Bank in Los Angeles, California. He has held this position since 2014, contributing to the bank's appraisal processes for ten years. In his role, he engages third-party vendors to prepare appraisal reports on real property that is offered as collateral for loan transactions. Johnson is also responsible for ensuring compliance with federal and state regulations, including FIRREA and USPAP, in valuation analysis.
Education and Expertise
Larry Johnson holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Real Estate from the University of Michigan, where he studied from 1999 to 2003. He also studied at the Universidad de Salamanca, focusing on Spanish language, culture, and history. Johnson achieved a Study Abroad experience in 2001 for eleven months. His educational background supports his expertise in real estate valuation and appraisal.
Professional Background
Before joining City National Bank, Larry Johnson accumulated experience in various roles within the real estate and consulting sectors. He worked as a Senior Associate at Deloitte Financial Advisory Services LLP from 2008 to 2010 and at BDO Consulting from 2011 to 2013. Additionally, he served as a Real Estate Valuation Manager at WTAS LLC for one year and as a Business Development Coordinator at Coldwell Banker Commercial from 2003 to 2005.
Appraisal Experience and Contributions
Throughout his career, Larry Johnson has prepared over 170 narrative appraisal reports. He provides consulting services through direct client interactions, which include personal and telephone interviews with various market participants such as brokers, appraisers, investors, developers, and asset managers. His extensive experience in appraisal and valuation analysis enhances his contributions to the field.
Licensing and Compliance
Larry Johnson is a licensed certified general real estate appraiser in multiple states. His role requires adherence to compliance with federal and state regulations, ensuring that all valuation analyses meet the necessary legal standards. This aspect of his work is critical in maintaining the integrity of the appraisal process.