Is a scullery worth it?

• <div><p>Whether a scullery is worth it depends on how much you like to cook and entertain. If you frequently host gatherings—a scullery is likely worth the money. If you’re looking for ROI, it’s not so clear. It may not add significant value to your home, as it doesn’t increase square footage and may repurpose space that a buyer would have preferred to remain as-is (like a laundry room). </p></div>

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Q: How do appraisers adjust for a finished basement?

• <div><p>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&rsquo;s real estate market and the specifics of the basement and how it was finished. </p></div>

Q: How do I get the highest appraisal possible?

• <div><p>To get the highest appraisal value possible for your home, make any necessary repairs and updates prior to the appraisal. Some examples of tasks include updating landscaping to boost curb appeal, renovate older areas of the home, and consider staging your home. Keep in mind that some aspects of the appraisal are out of your control, such as comparable properties nearby.</p></div>

Q: Should you ever pay more than the appraised value for a home?

• <div><p>Ideally, you&rsquo;d never pay more than the appraised value for a home, but there are some instances where it makes sense to do so. For example, if your current living arrangements are no longer viable and you need a place to move into quickly, paying more than the appraised value might be in your best interest to secure a new home. Additionally, if you&rsquo;re buying in a hot market, overpaying for the home might be necessary to overcome the competition.</p></div>

Q: How long is an FHA appraisal good for?

• <div><p>An FHA appraisal is valid for 180 days from the effective date of the report. In some cases, you can have the appraisal recertified if you make your request before the original expires so that you still may obtain an FHA loan. If approved, your appraisal update is valid for one year.</p></div>

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Reviewed in May 2024
High Standards Concrete lives up to their name in quality of service, extra effort and efficiency. Joe Lawing the owner was on site making sure everything was accurate and inspections were passed smoothly with no complications. He makes being impressive and doing well for the customer an...
HIGH STANDARDS CONCRETE INC.
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Reviewed in December 2020
Professional and friendly service at reasonable prices. Tommy does it all! He also graded my property with his tractor
Tommy Guns And Sons
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Reviewed in November 2020
First Source called the next day and had no problems scheduling an appointment. The appraisal report was sent to us in 5 days. I would definitely recommend them. Very happy with service.
First Source Appraisal, Inc.
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Reviewed in November 2020
We had a patio installed at our rental property late summer in Fredericksburg and they were very accommodating and helpful throughout the whole process. We were not in state and they made everything extremely easy and smooth throughout the whole process. Excellent communication! Highly recommend...
American Custom Concrete INC.
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Reviewed in April 2018
Terry was astounding at assisting me with this purchase. I had some specific wants from my new home, and she carefully steered me towards homes that met my criteria. Occasionally she probed to see what my limits were, and then she respectfully revised her searches for me. After a couple months...
Terry Diane Kinney, REALTOR
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Reviewed in April 2015
I had Mike do a lot of work, clearing out all my drains, pumping out my septic tank, and putting in a new leech field. It made for a big project, but Mike and his guys did a great job, My property has a lot of landscaping, and despite a substantial amount of digging with heavy equipment to put...
Mike The Plumber
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Reviewed in December 2013
A wonderful experience, I knew from the first time I spoke to Bruce on the phone, that this was going to be a good experience. Most window people in New Orleans won't even talk to you unless you need 5 windows. Bruce talked to me on the phone about my job, came out within a few days and...
Shutter Up
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Reviewed in May 2013
We hired Jean Paul to manage our four unit building for $450 a month which is high by any standards, but we were willing to pay for high quality and comprehensive management. We provided them with all of our records and were told that all of our vendors had been notified. After about two months...
VINE PROPERTIES
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Reviewed in March 2011
I bought this house in June. It is my first. The previous owners put in a sprinkler system right before closing, but then failed to provide me with any outline, manual, directions, etc. I had no idea about winterization. So, after this particularly wicked recent winter, it is no surprise...
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