Bringing Together Experts in Market Value Opinion.

Brian is a Partner at Ellens & Associates and is Managing Partner at Schinkel Appraisals. He has an MBA from McMaster University and is a Candidate Member with the Appraisal Institute of Canada. Prior to joining, Brian served in various executive and board roles in the non-profit sector. He is enrolled in the Sauder School of Business Post-Graduate Certificate in Real Property Valuation (PGCV) program. Brian is a Real Estate investor and brings his experience to the residential appraisal business.

Robert entered the Real Estate Business in December 1975 with W. Schinkel Real Estate, and went on to receive his Bachelor of Arts degree in Economics from McMaster University in May 1978 and then, in January 1999, Robert became sole proprietor of the firm. Robert successfully completed all the necessary requirements and examinations and entitled to use the Accredited Appraiser Canadian Institute (AACI) and P.App. Professional Appraiser) designation since March 1995. He has been active as a real estate appraiser and broker, specializing in many facets of appraisal work, including mortgage reports, estate, relocation, matrimonial, power of Sale, and more on residential, commercial, and industrial properties.

Bob is a Past President and Director of the Realtor’s Association of Hamilton-Burlington as well as seated on numerous committees and task forces within the Association. He is a past Executive Chairman and a Director of the Hamilton Chapter, Appraisal Institute of Canada. Bob has provided Expert testimony in Provincial Court as well as before the Ontario Municipal Board (O.M.B.).

He is presently a member in good standing of the Appraisal Institute of Canada and a member of the Realtor’s Association of Hamilton-Burlington and its affiliated senior associations, O.R.E.A and C.R.E.A.

Matt Van Huizen, B.A., AACI, P.App. is Managing Partner at Ellens & Associates and joined Brian as a Partner of Schinkel Appraisals in 2020. He completed his undergraduate education at Redeemer University, and directly followed with the Post-Graduate Certificate in Real Property Valuation (PGCV) program through the Sauder School of Business at the University of British Columbia, leading to his AACI designation. His experience includes the valuation of industrial, commercial & investment property types as well as other special use or purpose-built properties. He provides experience and guidance to the residential appraisers at Schinkel Appraisals.

Glenn received his General Business (Honours Graduate) Diploma from Mohawk College of Applied Arts and Technology in May 1984. He entered the Real Estate Business in March 1985 with a national broker, and then transferred to Schinkel Real Estate in February 1989.

Glenn received the CRA (Canadian Residential Appraiser) designation from the Appraisal Institute of Canada in April 1996. He has been active as a Real Estate Appraiser, specializing in many facets of appraisal work including mortgage reports, estate, matrimonial, Power of Sale, relocation, and more on residential properties. Reports have been prepared for properties throughout the Greater Hamilton and Haldimand County areas. Glenn has provided expert testimony in Provincial Court.

Glenn is presently a member in good standing of the Appraisal Institute of Canada as well as the Realtor's Association of Hamilton-Burlington and its affiliated senior associations.

Lynn Schinkel has been involved with the business as Office Administrator since the early 1980's, joining full-time in 2008. As Office Manager, she runs logistics on all appraisal requests and provides a personal point of contact for our clients. Lynn brings with her substantial experience in the appraisal business and plays an essential role, ensuring their appraisal needs are met.