Stephen Brush

Stephen Brush has extensive experience in the real estate and appraisal sectors, currently serving as a Review Appraiser at United Community Bank IL since April 2015, where responsibilities include reviewing appraisals for compliance with loan policies and USPAP standards. As the Sole Proprietor of Brush Appraisal Service since 1996, Stephen specializes in residential and farm land valuations across several counties in Southwestern Illinois, addressing various appraisal needs such as single-family residences, estates, and appraisal reviews. Additionally, Stephen has held roles as a Licensed Real Estate Sales Broker at Goodman Agency, Inc. since 1995, and previously served as Senior Vice President of Lending at Mercantile Bank from 1984 to 1991, as well as Assistant Director of Agri-Banking at the American Bankers Association from 1980 to 1984. Educational credentials include a degree in AgriBusiness Economics, Farm Management and Finance from Southern Illinois University, Carbondale.