Ata Mohaghegh is answering the call for high-demand talent in a changing appraisal landscape. After almost 20 years of running his own residential appraisal firm, Ata Mohagheghencountered the growing challenges of an increasingly cyclical market, where workload and income volatility made long-term planning difficult. Seeking deeper analytical training and more durable career opportunities, he chose... Continue Reading →
Portland State Real Estate Alumni Team Up to Build Better Cities
PSU alumni left to right: Mitch Powell, George McCleary, Jeff Shindler and Robert Pile A group of Portland State alums have joined forces to take on the cityโs housing challenges by building smarter, not bigger. Viking Developmentโs mission prioritizes sustainability, gentle density and buildings that feel like natural extensions of their neighborhoods. The companyโs name... Continue Reading →
From Service to Strategy: Veteran Matt Rissiโs Journey into Real Estate
Matt Rissi, Master of Science in Real Estate (MSRE) '24 After seven years in the U.S. Navy, Matt Rissi knew he had more to giveโbut in a new arena. With a sharp focus on career growth and community impact, he turned to real estate and graduate education as his next mission. Originally from Arizona, Matt's... Continue Reading →
Learning What Feels Right โ A Study in Affordable Housing
By Reginelle Anderson Although Portland's gorgeous scenery is enough to draw in new people, our Master of Science in Real Estate (MSRE) program further solidified Christina Mirani's decision to move from San Francisco. Previously Christina attended San Francisco State University studying urban studies and planning with a focus on development. During that program, she interned... Continue Reading →
