"This [valuation report] looks great. I can see arguments both for higher and lower valuations. Your conclusion seems quite reasonable. A few more years of solid performance and it appears we will reach a very different conclusion about our worth. Your report is not only very informative and helpful, but also a short in the arm. Thanks again for your thorough, professional work and rapid response. I look forward to our paths crossing again. "
Jon Moses, Principal & CEOMDReview"I wanted to take a moment to thank your company and specifically Lenny Nelson for his diligent efforts in assisting me during my recent quest to purchase a homeowners association management company. I found Lenny to be persistent in his pursuit of a company that would fit my needs, but at the same time always careful to put my interests as his client first. His honesty and "tell it like it is" attitude were refreshing and a pleasure to work with. Although our efforts to purchase a business ultimately did not come to fruition, it was time well spent as I have found in Lenny a trusted ally and a solid resource. I will not hesitate to utilize your company and Lenny in the future should I again have a need for business brokerage services."
Tim DublinBoise, ID"Our mediation succeeded, in large measure because of your obviously extensive preparation, your insights into the true needs of the disputing parties, and your ability to communicate with your clients about the economic risks of going forward with litigation. Your background in business and in law, and your perspective on economic realities, in my view, provides you with unique qualifications as a receiver of troubled business enterprises. It was my pleasure and privilege to work with you." READ entire letter.
John Magel, AttorneyElam & Burke, Boise, ID"When we were considering Art Berry as receiver for our 20 unit townhouse project, Art's resume of Real Estate, Law, Business Management, Banking, and Brokerage indicated that he has a unique skill set. In practice Art has shown that he can effectively apply all areas of his skill set in a practical and effective manner. Art's organization is highly productive and staffed with very experienced and proactive individuals. Lastly but most importantly Art has great energy and drive to push all aspects forward in a timely manner. I would be happy to provide any feedback on Art or his organization for potential future receiverships."
Brian Kondeff, Vice PresidentIdaho Trust Bank, Boise, ID"It is my pleasure to recommend the service of Art Berry to your institution. I have had the pleasure of observing Art's outstanding experience and performance in the areas of acting as receiver/trustee, business valuations and problem loan resolutions over the last several years. In particular, over the last several months, Art has acted as the court appointed Receiver for a multi-million dollar townhome project in Boise, Idaho. The case has required the ability to deal with outstanding litigation with contractors, vendors and homeowners associations. It has required a knowledge of the construction industry, litigation strategy, real estate development and sales, employment of contractors and engagement of real estate brokers. In every facet, Art has demonstrated a highly effective and timely style to resolve this problem credit. It is without reservation that I recommend Art Berry to you." READ entire letter.
Thomas Prohaska, PresidentIdaho Trust Bank, Boise, ID"Art Berry is serving very successfully as a receiver in a troubled real estate project with which we are involved as a lender. The project is a 23 unit live/work townhome development in Boise, Idaho, near the riverfront. Twenty units were unsold and no sales had occurred in the 18 months prior to Art's appointment in mid February 2010. Art brought a great deal of energy, wisdom and solid decision making to our project and I have no doubt he will attack whatever assignment given him with the same vigor, enthusiasm and wisdom. I can think of no one I would give a higher recommendation than Arthur Berry." READ entire letter.
V. Joseph Herman, Executive Vice PresidentFirst Security Bank & Trust Company, Norton, KS"I wanted to thank you for the excellent presentation you gave our Family Law section last week. We appreciated your explanation of the various methods of business valuation favored and not favored by the courts, and your insight on questions lawyers should be asking experts in this area. We also appreciated your analysis on recent developments in Idaho family law regarding professional goodwill." READ entire letter.
Mary Shea Huneycutt, Attorney at LawPocatello, ID"Thank you for the opportunity to work with you on the Trade Plaza Development project in Meridian, Idaho. I appreciate your professionalism and dedication to getting this project through."
Lance Warnick, P.E.Aspen Engineers Chartered, Nampa, ID"As co-owner of a $30M food processing sales company, I was extremely impressed with the creative and professional manner in which Art Berry generated three "competitive bid offers" which resulted in a very positive outcome in a difficult sale of 50% of my company..."
Bill CyrNampa, ID"Thanks so much for your tough representation of me. You were a huge help. I so appreciate your knowledge, friendship and your great help when I needed someone to take on the hospital. I shall not forget."
Mike Coughlin, M.D."Attached is a letter requesting cancellation of our Agreement. After some soul searching on our part, we have decided to stop looking for a partner. It has been a pleasure working with you and Bill (Spofford). GW (Equity) has lived up to our agreement and I would not hesitate to recommend your services to anyone."
Best Regards,C. Peterson"Thank you for your great work. (My clients) and I have been very pleased. Furthermore, I have greatly enjoyed our working relationship and look forward to working with you in the future."
James M. KennedyKennedy & Kennedy LLP"I would like to thank you for your services in the recent sale of our business, Foot Solutions of Idaho Falls. The Arthur Berry Company was recommended to us by a friend. We are happy to say we were not disappointed. Your agent, Bill Spofford, was very thorough in the initial assessment of our business. ....I give my highest endorsement to the Arthur Berry Company for anyone considering buying or selling a business." READ entire letter.
Dr. Charles F. Call, DPMFoot Solutions
Letter from Robert M. TaiseyMagistrate Judge
Idaho Third Judicial District Court
Letter from William E. von BehrenAttorney
Meserve, Mumper & Hughes LLP
"Mr. Berry, all of us at Hall Farley extend to you and your firm sincere appreciation for a job well done. We are pleased with the terms of the new lease and appreciate your diligence working on our behalf. We will be delighted to refer our friends and clients to your firm. It has been a pleasure working with you and Randy Limani."
Joyce B. WilsonHall Farley Oberrecht & Blanton, PA"Thank you very much for your excellent help. I view this as a complete victory. It is gratifying that we recovered judgment. I look forward to future work with you."
Richard H. Greener, AttorneyCosho Humphrey Greener & Welsh, PA"It is my opinion that the analysis by Arthur Berry contained the most reasoned and factually supported approach, and therefore I would adopt his testimony..."
Robert C. Huntley, ArbitratorFormer Idaho Supreme Court Justice"Arthur, I enjoyed working with you and will certainly seek your assistance again in the future if the need arises."
Benjamin Neilsen, AttorneyLoveless, Neilsen & Loveless"Mr. Berry, I would first like to congratulate you and your company on an excellent web site - it has been extremely useful in getting a handle on how to assess the worth of a company. Thank you for your help."
Jim Biss, Assistant TreasurerAir Products PLC"...This sale/purchase has been like pulling teeth as we're sure you will agree. Your firm, yourself, your office staff and especially Mr. Ronald Winkler, remained professional, helpful and ethical throughout this ordeal, which was the main reason we stayed the course and saw this through. We truly appreciate all the effort you put forth for us and our corporation. Mr. Winkler especially deserves special mention. From day one, he conducted himself in a totally professional and ethical manner. He represented your firm in an exemplary manner and was totally straight-forward and honest and never once did he insult our intelligence or try to guide our decisions by giving us 'legal advice." He simply told it like it was. Without your reputable firm behind us, we would have thrown up our hands in disgust and declared a 'sale fail' and walked away. We are confident we will be successful in our new business."
Stanley and Suzanne SchoonoverSASSE Inc.Letter from Walt BaderThe Bader Company
"Art, I recently worked my way through the appraisal that you prepared at my request. I want to thank you for your diligence in meeting our time requirements. I know that you put many hours of work into the project and I very much appreciate your help. I feel very confident that the job was exceptionally well done and is quite complete. Thank you for being a professional I can count on."
Jean CenarrusaBoise, ID