ABOUT US
Jay Walker, Founder, Senior Partner, P.App., AACI
I’m a senior real estate valuation professional with over 35 years of experience appraising and managing complex ICI/CRE assignments across British Columbia, Canada. My career has spanned independent fee appraisal, commercial assessment and appeals, team leadership, and professional education — all driven by a commitment to quality, clarity, and integrity in valuation.
I’ve led multi-billion-dollar appeal teams, developed appraisal training courses adopted across organizations, reviewed hundreds of appraisal reports, and reviewed substantial numbers of reports for members of the Appraisal Institute of Canada (AIC) as a work product reviewer. I’ve also tutored and marked Advanced Income Appraisal at UBC’s Sauder School of Business, where I helped future appraisers develop the skills and standards the profession demands.
35+
Years of Experience
Over the years, I’ve appraised nearly every major property type you can name — from industrial and office portfolios to hotels, multi-family residential, development lands, retail centres, and unique waterfront properties. My work has included assignments for lending institutions, municipalities, strata councils, private clients, and national firms.
But just as importantly, I’ve always been a trainer, mentor, and educator. Whether creating courses, coaching junior appraisers, or grading university projects, I believe that better analysis, clearer reasoning, and stronger writing lead to better valuations.
Now, I help other professionals improve their appraisal work — through coaching, report review, and practical skills development. If you’re looking to elevate your appraisal practice, bring more confidence to your reports, or deepen your understanding of ICI/CRE valuation, I’d be glad to work with you.
Roger K.C. Cheng, Partner, P.App., AACI
Roger has been a real estate appraiser since he joined Johnston Ross in 1985, and was named as a partner, in 1993, to the then renamed Johnston Ross and Cheng. Roger continued as a Partner and Managing Director in Johnston Ross and Cheng until his retirement from the firm in 2024. Roger’s commercial experiences included a variety of development land, retail, office, commercial, industrial, and multi-family projects, for mortgage investment, litigation, rental valuation and arbitration, and project-specific consultation.
35+
Years of Experience
He has hired, trained, and supervised junior appraisers and lectured on real estate appraisal for lending institutions. He is active in various charitable causes, including the Richmond Hospital Foundation.
Scott Erickson – Client Care Manager
Scott is a dedicated and personable professional with a long-standing commitment to service, communication, and support. Known for his patience, reliability, and approachable nature, Scott brings valuable front-line experience in customer-facing roles, including reception, volunteer coordination, and community leadership. As a board member and Executive President at the Burnaby Mental Wealth Society, he contributed meaningfully to mental health advocacy, client service, and organizational outreach.
Scott’s background also includes technical training in Microsoft Office, web design, and color theory, complemented by hands-on experience in the printing industry. He has completed certifications in First Aid, CPR, and Non-Violent Crisis Intervention, reinforcing his calm and capable presence in any customer environment.
Scott combines practical skills with a deep-rooted commitment to respectful, supportive service—qualities that make him an asset in roles centered around people and care.
Ready to Improve Your Appraisal Skills?
Our team of experienced appraisers is here to share their expertise, provide guidance, and help you sharpen your valuation skills today. Learn from professionals who have handled complex assignments and trained countless appraisers.