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MIdlands Appraisal of CA
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Serving Bakersfield, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2000

Free estimates

We offer over 20 years of industry experience and will provide you with an unmatched level of experience and commitment to your home. We've earned a solid reputation for a variety of residential and real estate appraisals. We pride ourselves on the quality of our work, as well as our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building long-term relationships with our clients, and guarantee your satisfaction! Give us a call today, and let's get started.

Response time2 days
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Accurate Appraisal, LLC
New to Angi

Serving Bakersfield, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

Customer satisfaction is what determines our success, which is why we take a hands-on approach. When interacting with our company, you'll notice that we're particularly focused on the principles of quality workmanship, timely completion, competitive pricing and integrity in all our business dealings. We combine knowledge and research with our extensive practical experience to ensure a specialized approach for your project needs. Contact us today for a fair and accurate estimate of your project. We look forward to adding you to our long and growing list of happy customers.\n

Kenneth Ricks and Associates
New to Angi

Serving Bakersfield, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 1986

Free estimates

With over 33 years of experience Kenneth Ricks & Associates has been servicing the Bakersfield area for a number of different appraisals. With an in-depth knowledge of the local market, Kenneth Ricks and Associates can handle your valuation with professionalism and class. Whether you are looking to settle your estate, or simply list your property for sale by owner, give us a call today! We are more than happy to discuss any residential property valuation. We value each and every client, and look forward to building a lasting relationship for years to come! Give us a call today!

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Property Appraiser questions, answered by experts

If installing board and batten fixes an issue with the home, it could increase the value, but it isn’t commonly installed for that purpose. Board and batten is an aesthetic choice and, like most aesthetic choices, will do little to raise your home’s value. That being said, certain design elements can help attract more buyers, even if your home’s price won’t see a noticeable bump. 

Land doesn’t depreciate in the same way that a house, vehicle, or other property does, but it can lose value based on various factors. Environmental changes, nearby development, zoning changes, and economic downturns can all cause land to lose value over time. Value is a comparative figure, so as other related factors change, so can land’s value.

While a finished basement adds value to your home, it is assigned a different value than space on the main floors. An appraiser will assess the square footage of a finished basement at about 50% to 60% of the value of the square footage for the rest of your home. Appraisal value for a finished basement depends on your location’s real estate market and the specifics of the basement and how it was finished. 

If you can’t find any records online, you’ll need to contact your county clerk’s office to do further research. They should have property records on file, or can at least point you in the right direction of who to contact. You can also speak with your neighbors about when their houses were built because they were likely built around the same time.

Some appraisers hold a Member of the Appraisal Institute designation. This accolade is the highest credential property appraisers can earn. An MAI appraisal is typically used for commercial properties.

While your lender will likely recommend an appraiser, you can also hire a professional home appraiser on your own. Choose someone who is experienced in your type of residential property, and ensure they hold all of the necessary credentials that your state or region requires.

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