Carmouche Appraisal Services has a diverse client base which consist of local and national lenders, divorce attorneys, litigation attorneys, tax attorneys, insurance agents, estate planning professionals, real estate agents, real estate developers, and individuals. We cater to each of our client’s unique needs to insure they receive a top quality appraisal report.
At CAS we are focused on delivering our clients a top quality appraisal report in a timely manner. Let us provide you with the professionalism and expertise you should expect from an appraisal firm. Call us now for a free quote.
Our Staff
Jason Carmouche
Owner/Certified Residential Appraiser
Jason@CASappraisal.com
Jason Carmouche was born and raised in the Greater New Orleans Area. He is a graduate from John Curtis Christian School, and has a Bachelor of Science in Psychology from Louisiana State University with a business focus. Upon graduating from LSU, Jason was hired by Hibernia National Bank (acquired by Capital One Bank), where he specialized in consumer lending. He was quickly promoted to a Senior Banker and Team Leader, leading and mentoring between 10-15 colleagues. From there, Jason moved from the Consumer Lending Division to the Investment Division of Capital One as a Junior Broker, where his responsibility as a Licensed Investment Representative was to help customers with their private investment needs.
After several years of consulting with customers on their investment and lending needs, Jason could not deny his love for real estate and made the decision to leave the banking world to become a real estate appraiser. Upon completion of rigorous real estate appraisal training, he was hired by Rosamond Appraisal Group as an Appraiser Trainee in 2006. There, he was exposed to both Residential and Commercial assignments, with a concentration on Residential and Multi-Family income producing properties. As a licensed Louisiana Certified Residential Appraiser, Affiliate Member of the Appraisal Institute, and a Licensed Real Estate Agent, Jason is proud to be both personally and professionally active in the real estate market.
When Jason is not at work he can be found sailing on Lake Pontchartrain, flying along the Gulf Coast in a single engine plane in search of the Gulf’s best burger, running up and down a basketball court, hitting the sand volleyball courts to stay in shape, or doing anything athletic to try and convince himself that he is still not past his prime!
Misty Plaisance
Appraiser Trainee/ Office Manager
Misty@CASappraisal.com
Misty Plaisance was born and raised in the Greater New Orleans Area. After graduating from Archbishop Blenk High School, she became a legal assistant, first at Patrick & Associates, then at Galloway, Johnson, Tompkins, Burr & Smith. After many years in law offices, she decided to go back to college for her degree. at Southeastern Louisiana University where she acquired a Bachelor of Arts in Graphic Design.
After spending a few years in a classroom, Misty was anxious to get back to an office setting. In 2011, she joined Jason Carmouche at Carmouche Appraisal Services. Initially her main duties were assisting Mr. Carmouche with the day to day operations of the Appraisal Business, but after much encouragement and persistence from Mr. Carmouche she began the process of obtaining a Certified Real Estate Appraiser License. Misty currently holds a Real Estate Appraiser Trainee License and is working towards getting certified.
Misty spends her free time reading, crafting, gaming, and spending time with family and friends.
Jordan Maestri
Certified Residential Appraiser
staff@email.com
Jordan Maestri was born and raised in the Greater New Orleans Area. He attended high school at Holy Cross and graduated from UNO in 2007 with a Business Degree. Jordan received his Certified Residential Appraisal License in 2009, and joined Carmouche Appraisal Services in 2014. When Jordan is not appraising real estate he can be found in one of the local Cross Fit gyms.
Elliott Taylor
Appraiser Trainee/ Analyst
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He completed coursework and obtained his Home Inspection license in the state of Louisiana in 2006. After which he provided residential inspection services through his personal business - Louisiana Certified Home Inspections. During this time, Elliott learned a great deal about the real estate market and properties in Louisiana.
A personal move to the City of Houston led Elliott to a career in customer service during which he was able to excel in helping others. During this time he was also able to hone his skills in computer software such as Adobe Photoshop and Lightroom. He received much praise from customers and supervisors for his attention to detail and ability to troubleshoot customer's needs.
After another move. Once again, Elliott found himself in his home state of Louisiana and his interest in real estate was revived by his exposure to the wonderful architecture and culture New Orleans offers.
He has completed rigorous training in real estate appraisal to become an appraiser trainee and is currently working towards obtaining his license as Louisiana Certified Residential Appraiser.
Outside of appraisal training, if Elliott isn't hunting or fishing you will likely find him spending time outside photographing the architecture and urban and rural life around the city of New Orleans. His work can be found at www.elliottktaylor.com or on social media through his Instagram handle @ekt. He was recently featured in wired magazine online as one of the 5 gulf coast photographers you need to follow.
