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Avatar for Penny Smith Realtor/Appraiser

Penny Smith Realtor/Appraiser

3857 Birch Unit 3146
4.99(
174
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Approved Pro

Penny Smith Realtor/Appraiser

3857 Birch Unit 3146
4.99(
174
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 98% of Angi customers
Recommended by 98% of HomeAdvisor customers
13 local quotes requested

On site or virtual appraisals available. Single family, condo & 2-4 Unit income property appraisals. Current and back dated appraisals. Trusts, Estates. Real Estate Sales with customized service. Serving Southern California and Southern Nevada for over 25 years. CA Dept of Real Estate Lic #00573449 CA State Certified Appraier AR014019. NV Appraiser #A.02808753- CR

"It went very well. Penny is diligent, efficient and very pleasant to work with. She always got back to me when I had messages or phone calls. She never left me hanging, she always got back to me quickly. Easy to work with. I highly recommend her. It was $425 because it was done remotely ."

Kathryn N on August 2025

On site or virtual appraisals available. Single family, condo & 2-4 Unit income property appraisals. Current and back dated appraisals. Trusts, Estates. Real Estate Sales with customized service. Serving Southern California and Southern Nevada for over 25 years. CA Dept of Real Estate Lic #00573449 CA State Certified Appraier AR014019. NV Appraiser #A.02808753- CR

"It went very well. Penny is diligent, efficient and very pleasant to work with. She always got back to me when I had messages or phone calls. She never left me hanging, she always got back to me quickly. Easy to work with. I highly recommend her. It was $425 because it was done remotely ."

Kathryn N on August 2025


Shorecliff Appraisal Services

11 Prescott
4.55(
10
)
Approved Pro

Shorecliff Appraisal Services

11 Prescott
4.55(
10
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
31 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

Shorecliff Appraisal Services is a residential real estate appraisal firm established in 1994 by President James Schuerger. Our team of state certified appraisers provides service in Los Angeles, Orange, Riverside, San Bernardino, and San Diego Counties for the past 24 years. Our goal is to provide accurate and timely reporting to our clients so that they can make informed real estate decisions. Give us a call!

"Very professional. Flexible with my schedule. I would highly recommend this appraiser."

Jim W on July 2022

Shorecliff Appraisal Services is a residential real estate appraisal firm established in 1994 by President James Schuerger. Our team of state certified appraisers provides service in Los Angeles, Orange, Riverside, San Bernardino, and San Diego Counties for the past 24 years. Our goal is to provide accurate and timely reporting to our clients so that they can make informed real estate decisions. Give us a call!

"Very professional. Flexible with my schedule. I would highly recommend this appraiser."

Jim W on July 2022


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Paul Marchi Appraisal - PM Realty Advisors

668 N Coast Hwy Unit 1201
4.90(
5
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Approved Pro

Paul Marchi Appraisal - PM Realty Advisors

668 N Coast Hwy Unit 1201
4.90(
5
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
39 years of experience

I pride my appraisal service on professional integrity, great communication, and high quality work product. I am an valuation expert and will always keep you educated about the work process and contact you if any questions arise during the process of developing my opinion of value for the appraisal. I look forward to meeting you at my inspection appointment. Thank you for the opportunity to work with you.

"Paul was great with communication and timelines. He delivered my appraisal results when promised and then called to review the report and explained his work. I would recommend Paul to anyone."

Cindy S on May 2022

I pride my appraisal service on professional integrity, great communication, and high quality work product. I am an valuation expert and will always keep you educated about the work process and contact you if any questions arise during the process of developing my opinion of value for the appraisal. I look forward to meeting you at my inspection appointment. Thank you for the opportunity to work with you.

"Paul was great with communication and timelines. He delivered my appraisal results when promised and then called to review the report and explained his work. I would recommend Paul to anyone."

Cindy S on May 2022


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First Source Appraisal, Inc.

600 Anton St., Fl. 11
4.79(
146
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First Source Appraisal, Inc.

600 Anton St., Fl. 11
4.79(
146
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 97% of Angi customers
Recommended by 97% of HomeAdvisor customers
163 local quotes requested

In your practice you may need EXPERIENCED APPRAISERS for a Real Estate property that may be the subject of Re-finance, Pre Listing/Selling, Line of Credit, Loan Modification, PMI removal, Tax Dispute, settlement, Various Family Trust and other legal proceeding. Included in the attached Resume are most of the services we are proficiently able to provide you with; We approach our services with due diligence, supportive data and comprehensive arguments in support of our conclusions in a manner that will stand to extreme scrutiny. **Please note, this is not a free service.**

"Excellent…first to respond"

Edward M on April 2024

In your practice you may need EXPERIENCED APPRAISERS for a Real Estate property that may be the subject of Re-finance, Pre Listing/Selling, Line of Credit, Loan Modification, PMI removal, Tax Dispute, settlement, Various Family Trust and other legal proceeding. Included in the attached Resume are most of the services we are proficiently able to provide you with; We approach our services with due diligence, supportive data and comprehensive arguments in support of our conclusions in a manner that will stand to extreme scrutiny. **Please note, this is not a free service.**

"Excellent…first to respond"

Edward M on April 2024


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SIMMONS STREET, INC.

1741 Tustin Avenue Unit 4B
5.00(
4
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SIMMONS STREET, INC.

1741 Tustin Avenue Unit 4B
5.00(
4
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
12 local quotes requested

Simmons Street, Inc is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business. We offer real estate sales and appraisal services. simmstreet.com

"Responsive!"

Jeanne T on May 2025

Simmons Street, Inc is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business. We offer real estate sales and appraisal services. simmstreet.com

"Responsive!"

Jeanne T on May 2025


LBN Appraisal Service, LLC

813 Hibiscus Court
4.77(
15
)
Approved Pro

LBN Appraisal Service, LLC

813 Hibiscus Court
4.77(
15
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 93% of Angi customers
Recommended by 93% of HomeAdvisor customers
28 local quotes requested

LBN Appraisal Service is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business

"Prompt and professional"

Basil N on March 2020

LBN Appraisal Service is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business

"Prompt and professional"

Basil N on March 2020


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Fisher Appraisals

742 Cole Ranch Road
4.63(
60
)
Approved Pro

Fisher Appraisals

742 Cole Ranch Road
4.63(
60
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 95% of Angi customers
Recommended by 95% of HomeAdvisor customers
32 local quotes requested

I have been providing great quality and affordable appraising services in California since 2003. I know the areas I work in very well and how to correctly estimate the current value of your property. Please call me for questions and types of Appraisals I can do for you. NO APPRAISALS FOR BANK LOANS OR LENDING PURPOSES, UNLESS THE BANK SAYS YOU CAN HIRE ME.... contact me at (760-533-4293). I will give you a very good price for my services and get the appraisal completed and back to you within two days after inspection. Of course, your satisfaction is very important to me. Give me a call and let me show you what I mean, thank you! Chuck Fisher. 760-533-4293 TYPES OF APPRAISALS I CAN DO FOR YOU INCLUDE: ESTATE, PROPERTY TAXES, SALE AND PURCHASE PRICE ESTIMATES, BUYOUTS ECT..

"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."

Mike D on October 2025

I have been providing great quality and affordable appraising services in California since 2003. I know the areas I work in very well and how to correctly estimate the current value of your property. Please call me for questions and types of Appraisals I can do for you. NO APPRAISALS FOR BANK LOANS OR LENDING PURPOSES, UNLESS THE BANK SAYS YOU CAN HIRE ME.... contact me at (760-533-4293). I will give you a very good price for my services and get the appraisal completed and back to you within two days after inspection. Of course, your satisfaction is very important to me. Give me a call and let me show you what I mean, thank you! Chuck Fisher. 760-533-4293 TYPES OF APPRAISALS I CAN DO FOR YOU INCLUDE: ESTATE, PROPERTY TAXES, SALE AND PURCHASE PRICE ESTIMATES, BUYOUTS ECT..

"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."

Mike D on October 2025


Certified residential real estate appraiser (1-4 units) and licensed real estate broker. Also a licensed mortgage broker.


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Windfall Advisors

620 Newport Center Dr
No reviews yet

Windfall Advisors

620 Newport Center Dr
No reviews yet
15 years of experience

Investment and Real Estate, Consultant, Fee Only, Fiduciary, Financial Advisor. Wealth Management, Asset Management, Investment Advisor, Financial Planning, Financial Coach. Inheritance, Divorce Financial Advisor, Business Exits, Estate Planning,

Investment and Real Estate, Consultant, Fee Only, Fiduciary, Financial Advisor. Wealth Management, Asset Management, Investment Advisor, Financial Planning, Financial Coach. Inheritance, Divorce Financial Advisor, Business Exits, Estate Planning,

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Real Estate Agents questions, answered by experts

They maintain profitability by setting competitive rental prices, reducing vacancies through effective marketing, and ensuring tenants renew leases by offering well-maintained properties.

Several government-backed lending programs can help first-time home buyers purchase a home with little money down. FHA, USDA, and VA loans are options for qualifying borrowers, though many conventional mortgage lenders will lower down payment rates to as low as 3 percent.

Yes, a well-built fence can increase your home value as it improves your property’s curb appeal and also provides enhanced security. Online studies show that fences have a 50% recovery rate, meaning investing $10,000 in a new fence can potentially increase your property value by $5,000 in the end. The number may fluctuate depending on the quality, material, and design of your fence.

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. 

Yes, it could be worth buying and remodeling an old house. You can potentially purchase an older house for a lower price than a newer house. With less of an upfront investment, you can devote more of your budget to the remodeling work. If you’re thinking of remodeling an old house and then reselling it—called house flipping—focus on projects that deliver the best ROI for home improvements.

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