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

Serving Manhattan Beach, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2004

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"As a trustee of an estate I am overwhelmed with all of the frustrating hoops I need to jump through, the confusion, the lack of response from different agencies. But one thing went right: the appraisal of real property by Damon. Prompt and reasonable."
Conf Room
building
building
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Response time7 hrs
Response rate91%
113 neighbors recently requested a quote
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James Beggs
4.9(
28
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Appraisal - Real Estate

Serving Manhattan Beach, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2003

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Angi is like a crazy one night stand that won't go away once she gets your number but the appraiser was very professional, knowledgeable, efficient and responsive."
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Carlton Haugh Appraisal Services
5.0(
55
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Appraisal - Real Estate

Serving Manhattan Beach, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1994

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"I needed an appraisal completed within a very short amount of time and Carlton delivered. He completed my home appraisal within a day. I really appreciate his professional and pleasant demeanor and his timely response to my request."
Response time5 hrs
Response rate96%
10 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Appraising LA
4.7(
14
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Appraisal - Real Estate

Serving Manhattan Beach, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"It went very well. Got three referrals and decided on one. Richard Pease came out at a convenient time for us and was able to give us a detailed appraisal the following day. He was professional, polite, pleasant, and informative."
Response time1 day
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
The Appraisal School
5.0(
1
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Appraisal - Real Estate

Serving Manhattan Beach, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1994

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

We are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. Our major focus is on the quality of our work and producing outstanding results. We are committed to creating a level of value unmatched by any of our competitors. We look forward to building lasting relationships with our clients and guarantee your satisfaction!\n

Response time4 hrs
Response rate96%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Appraisal Services
New to Angi
Appraisal - Real Estate

Serving Manhattan Beach, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1988

Free estimates

Appraisal Services 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.

Response time10 mins
Kwiqit
New to Angi
Appraisal - Real Estate

Serving Manhattan Beach, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2001

Credit card accepted

Topline Appraisal is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. With 20+ years of experience 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.

Response time2 hrs
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All Value Appraisal Service
5.0(
7
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Appraisal - Real Estate

Serving Manhattan Beach, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 1993

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"We are very pleased with the service from All Value Appraisal. We have a few more properties to be sold in the future and will definitely be using Steve to do the appraisals. Highly recommend!"
Response time1 day
Response rate98%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Property Appraiser questions, answered by experts

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.

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.

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.

The average cost for a home or property appraisal is about $355, with prices typically ranging from $250 to $500. The final cost is influenced by several factors, including the property's size, age, location, and how it compares to other homes in the area. Appraisals for larger, older, or non-conforming properties often cost more. While a single-family home appraisal usually costs between $300 and $400, appraising a multi-family home can range from $500 to $1,000 due to its increased size and complexity.

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.

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