Rick Edwards

Overview

Rick Edwards is a Principal at Ryan in the Real Property Tax practice based in the Denver office, where he leads and advises clients on complex commercial property tax matters across the western United States. With more than 30 years of experience in real estate valuation, property taxation, and assessment appeals, Rick leads strategic property tax initiatives designed to reduce liabilities, strengthen compliance, and deliver measurable financial outcomes.

Rick represents a diverse portfolio of commercial properties, including industrial, complex manufacturing, retail, banking, healthcare, multifamily, office, and vacant land assets. He is known for his disciplined appeal strategies and consistent success across all levels of administrative and judicial appeal. An active member of the Institute for Professionals in Taxation and formerly the Arizona Tax Research Association, Rick brings deep technical insight and a practical, client-focused approach that helps organizations navigate evolving assessment environments with confidence.

Education and Qualifications

Arizona Department of Revenue, Level II Appraisal Certification

Marshall & Swift Commercial Cost Approach Certification

Registered Property Tax Agent, State of Arizona

Completed advanced real estate and property tax coursework through Arizona Department of Revenue and Mesa Community College

Experience and Achievements

Principal, Real Property Tax, Ryan, Denver office

• Leads commercial property tax consulting and appeal strategies across multiple western states

• Maintains a strong success record through all levels of assessment appeal

Director, Property Tax Commercial, Ryan

• Oversaw client delivery and valuation strategy for multistate commercial portfolios

Principal Consultant, Marvin F. Poer and Company

• Managed commercial property tax engagements across western U.S. jurisdictions

Tax Agent, Property Tax Professionals

Level II Appraiser, Maricopa County Assessor’s Office