About

Eric Garfield is an Executive Managing Director within the Valuation & Advisory (V&A) Group at Cushman & Wakefield. Mr. Garfield is the firm’s US Lead for Trusts & Estates valuations.  His focus is on valuation for estate planning, non-cash charitable contribution/donation and financial reporting. He has qualified as an expert witness in Superior Court and clientele include REITs, attorneys, trusts and CPAs / Auditors. Mr. Garfield’s background and experience supports the firm’s existing platform and promotes greater efficiency in valuations for estate planning, and financial reporting, providing clients with high-quality appraisals, particularly on complex assets and portfolios. 

Prior to joining Cushman & Wakefield, Mr. Garfield was with Andersen Tax, LLC where he was a Managing Director and National Partner-In-Charge of Tangible Asset Valuation. He previously served as the Vice President at FMV Opinions, Inc., and began his career as a valuation specialist at KPMG LLP. 

Affiliations

• Designated Member, Appraisal Institute. As of the current date, Eric B. Garfield, MAI has completed the requirements of the continuing education program of the Appraisal Institute.
• Certified Commercial Investment Member (CCIM Designation)
• Designated Member, The Counselors of Real Estate (CRE Designation)

Certified General Real Estate Appraiser in the following states:

• Arizona – 32077
• California – AG028855
• Florida – RZ3328
• Nevada – A.0004275-CG
• Member, The Counselors of Real Estate (CRE)
• Masters of Business Administration, University of San Diego
• Bachelor of Arts, University of Southern California

Education

• Masters of Business Administration, University of San Diego
• Bachelor of Arts, University of Southern California

Community Involvement

• Beach Softball (Manhattan Beach, CA) - Board of Directors and Softball Head Coach.