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MIdlands Appraisal of CA
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Appraisal - Real Estate

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.

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Accurate Appraisal, LLC
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Appraisal - Real Estate

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
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Appraisal - Real Estate

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

Whether or not new windows increase property taxes depends on where you live and by how much your upgrade increases your home’s value. Smaller projects likely won’t result in increased property taxes, but it’s always a good idea to err on the side of caution and check. Contact your local county appraisal department for the most accurate information about property taxes in your area. 

Xeriscaping can absolutely increase your home value, but the return on investment (ROI) depends on where you live and how prevalent xeriscaping is in your area. In drought-prone climates, xeriscaping can boost your curb appeal and make your home more appealing to buyers due to the reduced maintenance and watering costs. However, in areas where xeriscaping isn’t the norm, some buyers may be willing to pay less for a xeriscaped property if they don’t like the appearance.

You can be present during a home appraisal, but it’s best to stay out of the appraiser’s way. Make yourself available, but don’t engage or interrupt, and don’t discuss value or your target sales price. If possible, have your agent present in the house instead of being present yourself.

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.

While some aspects of an appraisal, such as comparable properties nearby, are out of your control, there are several steps you can take to potentially increase your home's value. Make any necessary repairs and upgrades before the appraiser's visit, as they can only value what is currently part of the home, not its potential. Examples include renovating older areas, updating landscaping to boost curb appeal, and staging your home. You can also provide the appraiser with the cost of recent upgrades, which may increase your home's value by about 50% or more of what you paid for those improvements.

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