Let us handle your appraisal needs.Thousands of people in buy, sell or refinance their home every month. A lot of these transactions involve a simple line item for an appraisal. The majority of lenders still call in a local expert because the stakes are incredibly high, even though there are a budding number of automated home valuation processes that might seem more practical than an appraisal. You might assume that securing a mortgage is the only reason you should get an appraisal, but there are additional times when the services of a certified, independent real estate professional might be beneficial. 
Challenge your tax assessmentIt's quite possible you're paying too much in property taxes if you reside in an area where property values have declined. Property taxes are determined by a past assessment of your real estate, so if prices are less than what they used to be in your area, you can appeal your assessment and save money. When building your case, an appraisal from us is your best evidence. We can assist you in appealing your tax assessment. Eliminating PMI for mortgage paymentsWhen the amount being loaned to the homeowneris more than 80% of the actual value of the real estate, nearly all lenders ask home buyers to purchase this additional insurance plan. That policy is Private Mortgage Insurance, or PMI. This additional payment is often folded into the monthly mortgage payment and is soon forgotten. This is damaging because PMI is unnecessary when the remaining balance of the loan - whether through market appreciation or principal pay down - goes below the 80% level. In fact, the Homeowners Protection Act (HPA) of 1998 was passed by the United States Congress requiring lenders to do away with the PMI payments when the loan-to-value ratio conditions have been met. We will give you a statement regarding the value of your home, and the cost of the appraisal can often be recovered in just a few months because you'll no longer be paying the PMI. Order your appraisal from today Order todayDivorce settlement with fewer hang-upsA divorce is often complicated by the burdensome decision of who gets the house, and it can be a very traumatic event for both parties. Regardless of the situation, it's a good idea to get an appraisal from so both parties are fully aware of the true market value of their property. The parties will have a good idea of what price to set, if they want to sell the home. And if a "buyout" is the chosen option, both parties will feel like they've gotten a fair evaluation. Fair and accurate estate liquidationThe death of a loved one is a difficult time in life, and settling an estate from a death, or probate, often entails an appraisal to establish Fair Market Value for the residential property involved. We ensure the utmost degree of discretion, as we're bound with confidentiality by the ethics provision within the Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice (USPAP). Most Americans do not have dedicated estate planners or executors to handle these matters, unlike many wealthy individuals. And since a home or other property often makes up an uneven share of the total estate value, understanding the true value of the real estate at hand is of significant importance to ensuring disputing parties leave knowing they've gotten an honest deal. Employee RelocationEmployee relocation can be a stressful event, and we understand. That being said, we take great care in setting up an accommodating appointment time for the appraisal inspection. We encourage relocating employees to provide remarks on the positive attributes of their property, as well as information regarding any new sales or listings in their neighborhood that they want considered during our detailed inspection. Close on your home quickly — at the right priceWhether you want to sell your home on your own or with the help of a real estate agent, a professional appraisal will help you make a more informed decision regarding your asking price. Unlike a real estate agent, an appraiser has no vested interest in what amount the house sells for. Our fees depend on our efforts to complete the appraisal report and not a percentage of the sales price. We examine the difference in value items like an additional bathroom or a kitchen remodel can make on a daily basis. And we're experts in knowing how long housesstay on the market. So, getting a professional appraisal is a trusted way to decide what improvements will add value and what an applicable sales price is for your home so you don't come up short or have your house on the market an unnecessarily long time. 
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