Analyzing Deals Like an Appraiser with Danyl Collings of DC Valuations
Boston AREIA | Tuesday, May 19, 2026
6:30 PM – 9:00 PM
📍 36 Miller Stile Rd, Quincy, MA

Most investors are guessing when they analyze deals.

They pull a few comps… estimate rents, analyze a rehab… and hope it works.

But appraisers don’t guess.
They follow a system.

And once you understand how they think, everything changes.

At this Boston AREIA meeting, Danyl Collings will break down how to analyze deals like an appraiser so you can:

• Choose the right comps (and avoid costly mistakes)
• Accurately determine ARV
• Understand true value vs. list price
• Analyze deals with confidence—before you ever make an offer

No fluff.
No overcomplicated spreadsheets.
Just a clear, practical framework you can actually use.

Perfect if:

• You’re just getting started
• You’ve done a few deals but want tighter numbers
• You’re tired of second-guessing your analysis

Because the difference between a good deal and a bad one…
is how well you understand the numbers.

⏰ 6:30 PM – Networking + refreshments
🎤 7:00 PM – Meeting starts

🎁 All attendees receive a Real Estate Investing 101 Book

Special thanks to Paul Shaughnessy with Renovo Financial for providing refreshments.

Come learn, connect, and sharpen your deal analysis with the Boston AREIA community.

Danyl began his career in residential appraisal in 2009 as the Branch Manager of Forsythe Appraisals, LLC’s Boston office. He earned his trainee appraiser license in 2010 and advanced to Certified Appraiser and FHA-approved status in 2016. Over the course of his career, he has completed more than 9,000 appraisal assignments, ranging from single-family homes to complex properties requiring all three approaches to value: sales comparison, income, and cost. In 2018, Danyl founded DC Valuations, where he now leads a team of certified and trainee appraisers serving clients throughout Massachusetts and New Hampshire. The firm provides trusted valuation services to banks, credit unions, law firms, real estate professionals, and private clients. Danyl also contributes to the profession through service as a state board member for the Massachusetts Registration of Real Estate Appraisers, a trustee of the Massachusetts Board of Real Estate Appraisers, and a corporator for South Shore Bank. Outside of work, he enjoys redeveloping distressed properties, improving his golf game, and spending time with his family. He resides on the South Shore with his wife and two children.