Marcus’s expertise later expanded on a national scale through his role as a valuation analyst with Fannie Mae, where he valued residential properties and estimated repairs across every state in the United States. This experience gave him rare, comprehensive insight into regional and national housing markets. Throughout his appraisal career, he also worked closely with major financial institutions including Bank of America and Wells Fargo.
In addition to appraisal and valuation work, Marcus has built and managed real estate investments, giving him practical, hands-on experience in property acquisition, management, and long-term value strategy. As a homeowner and investor, he has also navigated home warranty claims extensively, allowing him to provide real-world guidance on coverage, contractor coordination, and consumer expectations.
Marcus is the author of Assessing My Value: Thoughts from a Trailblazer in the Real Estate Industry, a book that chronicles his unconventional journey into appraisal at a young age while offering insight into property valuation, homeownership, and industry navigation. Today, he is a sought-after professional and international speaker, consultant, and media expert, advising corporations, public-sector organizations, and consumers on real estate valuation, housing markets, and consumer protection.
Beyond his professional work, Marcus is a committed community advocate. He has organized free homebuyer education, credit-building, appraisal, and real estate literacy workshops in underserved communities nationwide. His mission is to increase access to real estate knowledge and inspire future generations to pursue careers in appraisal, valuation, and property ownership as a pathway to wealth.