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Elmer Gamoning
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Appraisal - Real Estate

Serving Monte Sereno, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2020

Free estimates

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"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%
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Peter M. Cella & Associates
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Appraisal - Real Estate

Serving Monte Sereno, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1994

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"Peter's appraisal was professional and timely, and his efforts are greatly appreciated. I am attempting to sponsor 5 Ukrainian friends to come to the US under the Uniting for Ukraine program. The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) requries a recent official appraisal from a licensed appraiser to be able to validate an asset like my rental property in San Mateo County. Peter was extremely efficient, helpful, and produced a professional product on short notice."
Response time7 hrs
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by71%of homeowners
Summit Home Appraisal
5.0(
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Appraisal - Real Estate

Serving Monte Sereno, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2007

Free estimates

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Summit Home Appraisal, is a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. We have over 15 years of hands on experience and provide innovative ideas and suggestions tailored to your projects. Our services are customized to your individual needs, paying close attention to the details of each project that we are involved with. Please feel free to contact us today!

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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JJR Appraisal Services
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Appraisal - Real Estate

Serving Monte Sereno, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2021

Free estimates

JJR Appraisal Services is an appraisal firm founded and managed by Jeffrey Ho and Joseph Schumacher, Certified Residential Appraisers. \n\nPrior to being a real estate appraiser, Jeffrey worked for five years as a corporate lawyer at Kirkland & Ellis LLP, a major international law firm, and he applies that work ethic to all aspects of his appraisal business. Prior to real estate appraisal, Joseph founded and exited two service businesses, growing the last to over 60 on the team, and understands the importance of understanding and prioritizing clients' needs. As Bay Area property owners and real estate investors themselves as well, both Jeffrey and Joseph bring decades of knowledge.\n\nWe pride ourselves on quality work, fast turnaround times and competitive pricing. We have experience completing appraisals for single family homes, multi-family properties (2-4 units) and condominiums. Contact us today for a free quote - we'd love to help you out with your appraisal needs!

Response time20 mins
Response rate100%
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New to Angi
Appraisal - Real Estate

Serving Monte Sereno, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2001

Free estimates

I am a professional appraiser who values honesty, integrity and treats your property as if it were my own. I offer a variety of appraisal services that are customizable to each individual project. I pride myself on the quality of my work as well as my commitment to outstanding results. I look forward to building lasting relationships with my clients and guarantee your satisfaction!\n***Please do not select me if you Do Not Intend to use my services. I get charged anywhere from$18-$30 for a request and in order to keep costs down and keep my appraisal fees low for you the customer I am in need of your cooperation*** thank you for your understanding.

Response time9 hrs
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American Homes Appraisal
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Appraisal - Real Estate

Serving Monte Sereno, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 1984

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Jason was a pleasure to work with. He responded to my inquiries and my need for an appraisal in a very timely manner. He arrived informed about our specific housing arrangement. He provided us with our appraisal in just 3 days. Thank you Angi"
Response time2 days
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Property Appraiser questions, answered by experts

The cost to appraise a home depends on the type. Common types include:

  • Single-family homes: $300–$400

  • FHA or VA single-family homes: $400–$500

  • Condominium: $300–$500

  • Multi-family home: $500–$1,000

  • Apartment building: $1,500–$3,000

  • Commercial properties: $1,400–$10,000

  • Raw land: $1,000–$8,000

In cases where an appraisal comes in lower than an offer price, sellers might opt to lower their asking price to meet the appraisal, especially if the market is slow, and replacing the offer with a higher one may take a long time. Sellers can also offer to make repairs to boost the appraised value, hire another appraiser to get a second opinion, or just move on to another offer that isn’t contingent on the buyer getting a mortgage or an appraisal inspection.

Wainscoting isn’t a design element that can be directly tied to an increased house price. Despite that, it is a highly marketable element that can generate significant interest from potential buyers who enjoy the style, and is relatively inexpensive to remove for those who don’t. If you are on the fence about paneling, just know that it certainly wouldn’t result in depreciation of your home’s value—usually the opposite. 

While there’s technically no limit to the dollar amount you can borrow for a home addition, the standard limit is around 80% of the value the addition is expected to add to your home. That means you could feasibly borrow up to $80,000 if an appraiser determines that the addition or bump out will add $100,000 in value to your property. You might also be limited by your debt-to-income ratio or credit score.

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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