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Appraisals by Silvana
4.5(
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Appraisal - Real Estate

Serving Carmichael, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1999

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

"Silvana contacted me right away. We met the next day to do the appraisal. She is very professional. I would recommend her, and call her anytime I should need real estate professional."
Response time4 hrs
73 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by91%of homeowners
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Advantage Appraisals
5.0(
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Appraisal - Real Estate

Serving Carmichael, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Bryan Lynch with Advantage Appraisals was responsive and professional. Sincerely appreciate his knowledge, expertise and the thorough report he provided. Happy to have found an appraiser to use now and in the future and also to refer to friends and family. I highly recommend Bryan and Advantage Appraisals."
Response time9 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Barton J Vogel
New to Angi
Appraisal - Real Estate

Serving Carmichael, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1981

Since 1981 my clients have depended on me to provide high-quality value estimates on a wide assortment of real estate in many Northern California counties. \nBy continuously analyzing local real estate trends in the regions I serve, and staying current on valuation techniques through accredited courses, I've been consistently able to produce reliable home valuations for my clients.

Response time3 days
Response rate91%
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Real Estate Agents FAQs, answered by experts

Yes, in most cases, finishing a basement is worth the cost. The project adds valuable, usable square footage to your home and typically provides a return on investment (ROI) of 70% to 75%. For example, an average basement refinishing project costing $32,000 could add between $22,400 and $24,000 to your property's value. The final value added depends on factors like your location, the quality of materials and workmanship, and the features you include, such as a living space, bedroom, or bathroom. To be officially counted in your home's total square footage, the finished space must comply with all local building codes, including requirements for points of egress. However, in areas prone to flooding, a finished basement might be seen as a liability by potential buyers and could potentially decrease your home's value.

It’s often a good idea to take care of any health and safety repairs before an appraisal to make sure the mortgage can move to underwriting without having to pay for another appraisal. Replace any broken glass, fix uneven or sloping floors, ensure all steps have appropriate handrails, and have a professional get rid of mold, asbestos, and lead paint. Beyond these repairs, you can update appliances or fixtures and focus on aesthetic improvements like new paint to add the most value before scheduling an appraisal.

While LVP won’t increase home value as much as engineered hardwood, it can increase the value somewhat because it creates a warm and inviting aesthetic. It’s also durable and waterproof, so it can be appealing to homebuyers with pets and children. LVP is very low-maintenance, so that can also appeal to homebuyers who don’t want to spend a lot of time keeping up with an engineered or solid hardwood floor.

Gather details of recent improvements, property documents, and any previous appraisals or inspections.

For homeowners who love the charm and character of historic homes, renovating is well worth the invested cost. Keep in mind, though, that historic homes often need more extensive work than you might think at first, so be sure you know exactly what needs to be done so you can decide for yourself if the time, money, and effort are worth it for you.

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