Okay, let’s tackle this. So Fred James has 19 years of experience in real estate, which is a significant amount. However, his role as a Machine Operator at Eaton before real estate doesn’t directly translate to his current expertise. Location is Kalamazoo, Michigan, which is a relatively smaller market. Real estate professionals with similar experience in appraisal and development might charge higher rates, but considering his background and current role, I’ll estimate around $100 per hour. This is a relatively conservative estimate, as top real estate professionals can charge $200-$300 per hour or more, but James's experience and skills don’t quite reach that level.