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What is a Home Appraisal and How Much Does It Cost?

What is a Home Appraisal and How Much Does It Cost? A home appraisal is an essential determinant of a home’s fair market value. The process involves enlisting an appraiser who uses their skills and experience to assess a home and its property. Standardized valuation methods are then used to derive an estimate of value.

Things to Consider When Hiring an Appraiser

Things to Consider When Hiring an Appraiser A home appraisal is a necessary step when purchasing or selling a home as it provides an independent and unbiased assessment of a property’s value. However, real estate appraisal is a profession like any other. Some appraisers are efficient and knowledgeable, while others leave clients dissatisfied. It’s up

How Does a Home Appraisal Differ From a Home Inspection?

How Does a Home Appraisal Differ From a Home Inspection? Purchasing a home can be a tedious but rewarding endeavour. It can be a worthwhile investment if you seek guidance from the onset and follow some key steps. When it comes to your dream home, getting a residential appraisal and a home inspection are non-negotiable

Need an Appraisal Splitting Property in a Divorce

Splitting Property in a Divorce? Need an Appraisal The division of property is a complex and inevitable part of divorce proceedings for couples who have assets. Property, whether real estate, stocks or debts must be appropriately classified (whether non-marital or marital), valued and equitably dispensed to the satisfaction of both spouses or the courts. The

Can You Challenge a Low Home Appraisal?

Can You Challenge a Low Home Appraisal? Home appraisals are unbiased opinions of a home’s fair market value or worth. Prospective homebuyers and homeowners wishing to refinance an existing mortgage will need a home appraisal to finalize their transactions with a mortgage company. Sometimes a transaction is disrupted by a low appraisal, resulting in a

6 Significant Things About Commercial Real Estate Appraisals

6 Significant Things About Commercial Real Estate Appraisals Business owners often need a commercial real estate appraisal for a variety of reasons, such as real estate sales and purchases, financing, property insurance, investment and marketing & listing purposes. But what is a commercial real estate appraisal? Also known as a property valuation, a commercial real

What Do Home Appraisers Look For In A House?

What Do Home Appraisers Look For In A House? A home appraiser is a professional tasked with estimating the market value of a house for a variety of purposes including real estate transactions, mortgage financing, estate, tax purposes, marketing listing purposes, and litigation. This task is especially important to mortgage lenders for the management of

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