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First Source Appraisal, Inc.
4.7(
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Appraisal - Real Estate

Serving Descanso, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2004

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The price of the appraisal was timely and I received the appraisal quickly. Damon was very polite and honest. he appraisal gave me a good idea what the property was worth."
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Response time7 hrs
Response rate91%
126 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Fisher Appraisals
4.5(
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Appraisal - Real Estate

Serving Descanso, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2003

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"I am very pleased with Fisher Appraisals. The whole process was managed very professionally.The communication was excellent. The scheduled appointment and report were on time. Chuck explained the process and answered all my questions. Calls, text and emails were returned promptly. Chuck was knowledgeable, pleasant and very easy to work with."
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Response time7 hrs
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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Avion Insights
4.0(
22
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Appraisal - Real Estate

Serving Descanso, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Customers say: True professional

"John was quick to respond, arrived on time, did a thorough a walk-through of the property, and got the appraisal back to me as promised. Highly recommend."
Response time1 day
43 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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Firstsum Inc.
5.0(
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Appraisal - Real Estate

Serving Descanso, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2003

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

"I recently engaged the services of FirstSum for a property appraisal, and I couldn't be more satisfied with the experience. Rob demonstrated a remarkable level of professionalism throughout the entire process. His attention to detail during the property inspection was commendable, and they provided valuable insights into the local real estate market. The final appraisal report was delivered promptly and was both comprehensive and easy to understand. I highly recommend FirstSum for their expertise and exceptional service for all your real estate appraisal needs."
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Response time12 hrs
Response rate94%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Marketplace Housing
4.3(
11
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Appraisal - Real Estate

Serving Descanso, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2003

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Office staff is always available for help. No job is too small or too big. They are responsive to our needs for service requests from roofing to foundations. All aspects of home repairs have been done professionally and in a timely manner. I would recommend Marketplace Homes for all your property management needs regarding property repairs and maintenance."
Recommended by77%of homeowners
The Terra Group
5.0(
1
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Appraisal - Real Estate

Serving Descanso, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 1986

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

For Over 25 Years The Terra Group is your source for dependable, professional, reliable and believable home evaluations in southern California. With over 5 years working closely with the National Division of Fannie Mae to recoup the Tax Payer's highest value for foreclosed and short sale properties, The Terra Group works with asset managers, bankruptcy lawyers to get the value range right. It doesn't matter what type of real estate is in question. Our knowledge of local neighborhoods and education as certified licensed FHA appraisers make us qualified to provide home valuations in all of southern California for clients ranging from national mortgage companies to local lenders or attorneys and consumers.

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Property Appraiser questions, answered by experts

Yes, installing a tennis court can be a worthwhile home improvement project that adds value to your property. The potential increase in value can range from $20,000 to $150,000, and in some cases, the return on investment can cover more than 60% of the installation cost. However, the impact on value heavily depends on the size of your property. For homes with multiple acres, a tennis court is often a valuable amenity. In contrast, for homes on smaller lots, installing a court can decrease the property's value because it consumes a significant portion of the usable yard space. It's crucial to consider your property size and the remaining usable yard before proceeding.

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.

In most cases, installing a tennis court on your property will drive up your property taxes. Property taxes are determined, in part, based on improvements made to your property, which includes anything with a permanent foundation. Since most home tennis courts include a large concrete foundation, your property taxes will likely increase following the installation. A general rule of thumb is that if your project requires permits—like for a foundation or fencing for a tennis court—then your property taxes will be affected.

Estate shutters are considered a high-end window treatment that increases home value. As previously mentioned, this project comes with an ROI of up to 75%. Shutters can also improve your home’s energy efficiency, especially if you choose PVC or faux wood shutters, which will lead to long-term savings on your energy bills.

As a seller, it might feel tempting to skip the appraisal, especially in a hot market that sees a lot of all-cash offers. While you can technically forgo it and hope for an all-cash offer, you’ll likely have a very tough time selling without an appraisal. 

In addition to protecting lenders from risk, appraisals also protect buyers’ investments. As such, it isn’t typically recommended for buyers to skip appraisals.

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