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Avatar for First Source Appraisal, Inc.
First Source Appraisal, Inc.
4.7(
165
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Appraisal - Real Estate

Serving El Cajon, 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."
Conf Room
building
building
Building
Response time7 hrs
Response rate91%
118 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Fisher Appraisals
4.5(
63
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Appraisal - Real Estate

Serving El Cajon, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2003

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Mr. Chuck Fisher did an appraisal on my deceased mother's house. He was on time for the appointment, was friendly, and professional. I had the report in about four days which was fine with me. His price was reasonable and fair compared to a few others I spoke to. His report gave me an appraised value as of the date of death as well as a current value which was a few months after the death. Another appraiser wanted to charge a lot extra for the two values. I think Mr. Fisher did a thorough and fair appraisal."
  detached residential
 Attached homes
 detached residential
 condo
  detached residential

+2

Response time7 hrs
11 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by95%of homeowners
Elmer Gamoning
5.0(
12
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Appraisal - Real Estate

Serving El Cajon, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

"Elmer did three separate property appraisals for estate settlement for me. He answered all my questions to my satisfaction .He was punctual in all our appointments. He gave me all the printed copies of the reports after he was done promptly. I would highly recommend him if you need property appraisals."
Response time4 hrs
Response rate92%
26 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Avion Insights
4.0(
22
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Appraisal - Real Estate

Serving El Cajon, 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
38 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by94%of homeowners
Avatar for Anderson-Buysse Appraisal
Anderson-Buysse Appraisal
5.0(
3
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Appraisal - Real Estate

Serving El Cajon, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2001

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

Anderson Buysse Appraisal is a family-owned real estate appraisal company serving San Diego County with over 30 years of industry experience. Our certified residential appraisers provide accurate, unbiased property valuations for homeowners, lenders, attorneys, investors, and real estate professionals. We specialize in single-family homes, condominiums, multi-unit properties, vacant land, estate settlements, divorce proceedings, property tax appeals, PMI removal, refinancing, and pre-listing appraisals. Our team combines deep local market knowledge with a commitment to professionalism, transparency, and timely service. Having completed thousands of appraisals throughout San Diego County, we deliver detailed reports that help clients make informed real estate decisions with confidence.

PMI Removal
Selling Property
Refinancing Property
Tax Challenges
San Diego Appraisals

+4

Response time9 hrs
Response rate89%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Certify Appraisal
5.0(
1
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Appraisal - Real Estate

Serving El Cajon, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2004

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Charlie was great to work with. Most of the time appraisers will get an order to do an appraisal and call you in the next few days. Charlie called right away and we were able to schedule an appointment for the very next day. I really appreciated his timeliness, especially right before a holiday. Within 2 days, the appraisal report was complete! Charlie was also very easy to talk with and listened intently to various items that would accurately reflect the value of the property."
Response time5 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Firstsum Inc.
5.0(
17
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Appraisal - Real Estate

Serving El Cajon, 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."
La Jolla Home
Recently appraised!
Recently Appraised home
Recently Appraised
Response time12 hrs
Response rate94%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Theresa Davis, Real Living Prime Properties
5.0(
8
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Appraisal - Real Estate

Serving El Cajon, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2004

"Theresa is fabulous from start to finish. She responded to my inquiry right away, discussed our needs and preferences, and immediately began sending MLS listings through her online system so we could do a significant amount of narrowing before traveling to San Diego. We therefore spent the weeks before our trip there narrowing our options and getting to know the market, and she was very attentive to our comments, adjusting to our needs as we moved through the process. Theresa has a great eye for property, and a keen sense of how to adapt to her clients' preferences. She is dedicated and tirelessly worked with our schedule. For example, because of our limited time, she kept working after a full day of looking at property to send us some more possibilities in case we wanted to see something more before heading out of town. Once we were in escrow, Theresa's skills became even more evident as she coached us through all the steps of a careful house inspection and toward a smooth closing. She kept every "t" crossed and every "i" dotted as we hurdled through the mounds of paperwork, and she was always available to talk through any aspect of the process. I can't say enough about Theresa Davis; she is a truly stellar real estate agent."
Theresa Davis
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Property Appraiser questions, answered by experts

Yes, experienced appraisers handle a variety of property types with tailored methods.

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.

Yes, appraisals are often used for property tax appeals, estate planning, and determining market 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. 

Both conventional loans and FHA loans are types of mortgages, but they have a few key differences. Conventional loans are backed by private lenders without any government backing, and FHA loans are guaranteed by a government agency. FHA loans are designed to be easier for borrowers with low credit scores or income to qualify for.

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