How long does an appraisal take?

• <div><p>The entire appraisal process takes from <b>seven to 10 days</b>. This timeline accounts for the many steps of the appraisal process, including the post-inspection report completed by the appraiser.</p><p>Home appraisal services include the following tasks:</p><ul><li><p>Inspect home interior and exterior</p></li><li><p>Evaluate materials, features, fixtures, and renovations</p></li><li><p>Review comparable properties</p></li><li><p>Write an appraisal report</p></li></ul><p></p></div>

Should I skip a home appraisal?

• <div><p>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. </p><p>In addition to protecting lenders from risk, appraisals also protect buyers’ investments. As such, it isn’t typically recommended for buyers to skip appraisals.</p></div>

Do built-in bookcases add value?

• <div><p>While a single shelf here and there doesn’t add value to your home, a built-in bookcase can increase your home’s value under the right circumstances. Not every built-in bookcase works in your favor here—those built from high-quality materials tend to provide a better ROI. If you’re looking for your bookcase to work for your home’s value, consider having a professional build it with luxury hardwood. </p></div>

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Q: How much do you lose selling a house as-is?

• <div><p>In most cases, selling a home in as-is condition will lead to a sale price that&rsquo;s somewhere between 10% and 30% lower than normal. However, it&rsquo;s often worthwhile to sell at a loss because the alternative would be to pay for the repairs yourself, which could end up costing you more. Even if they didn&rsquo;t, selling as-is saves you from the time and energy you&rsquo;d spend coordinating the repairs.</p></div>

Q: Do foundation cracks affect your appraisal?

• <div><p>Foundation cracks won&rsquo;t always affect your appraised value. All foundations crack due to normal settlement, so hairline cracks that aren&rsquo;t leaking or uneven from side to side are unlikely to have an impact on your appraisal. Structural cracks, on the other hand, often lead to a reduced appraised value, especially if the underlying problem will cause the issue to worsen over time.</p></div>

Q: Do built-in bookcases add value?

• <div><p>While a single shelf here and there doesn&rsquo;t add value to your home, a built-in bookcase can increase your home&rsquo;s value under the right circumstances. Not every built-in bookcase works in your favor here&mdash;those built from high-quality materials tend to provide a better ROI. If you&rsquo;re looking for your bookcase to work for your home&rsquo;s value, consider having a professional build it with luxury hardwood. </p></div>

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Last update on October 04, 2025

Reviewed in May 2013
I am in an area that Angie's List is not established in (Barstow). I left a message looking for an appraiser in that area. Penny does not handle the area I am in. Normally if there is nothing in it for the vendor you never get a call back. Penny called back within minutes and went out of...
Penny Smith Realtor/Appraiser
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Reviewed in March 2012
Mr. Currlin's evaluation was fair and he seemed knowledgable in the housing market. His fees were reasonable and a bit under his competition. I would use him again in the future.
Currlin
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Reviewed in March 2017
Chris is smart, dedicated to learning his craft, and has a long professional background in construction. If you're looking to buy land to build a home, he'll tell you if it's good to build on, what pitfalls to look out for during construction, and what kind of prices you can really expect to pay...
We Sell WNC, LLC
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Reviewed in November 2014
She took her time and was extremely friendly. Her price was great when everyone else was overpriced. She dressed appropriately, took notes, asked all the right questions;she was very professional.
Fresno Appraisal Service
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Reviewed in September 2013
the appraisal done by John Friend (owner) contained factual errors and was grossly inaccurate.
Friend's Appraisal Service
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Reviewed in June 2008
One of, if not THE, worst experiences of my life. This individual's arrogance and inability to meet schedules has cost me thousands of dollars, a two-week vacation (which I will now spend finding another appraisal service and another refi company) and quite possibly my home, which may go into...
KELLY'S APPRAISAL SERVICE
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Reviewed in November 2012
We rented from a management company when we first got the property. The owner, Cheryl, stopped using the management company shortly after we moved in. She was not willing to honor some of the details we had agreed to with the management company on the lease we signed. The biggest was the snow...
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Appraisals by Silvana

300 Cirby Hills Drive, #126

Appraisals by Silvana

300 Cirby Hills Drive, #126

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Thank you for considering Appraisals By Silvana, providing residential real estate appraisal services in the Sacramento area for over 18 years. I appraise 1 to 4 unit residential properties, i.e. Single Family, Condo, Duplex, Triplex and Quadruplex. I maintain a Residential License in good standing with the State of California, and have a modest background and a working knowledge of most facets of residential construction. I have appraised all forms of residential property, from small tract homes to large, complex, one of a kind estates. Whatever your residential appraisal needs: family, estate, tax purposes, BK, planning to sell, etc., I will provide you with a professional attitude, the expertise that comes from experience, and a timely turn around. Let me know what you require, and know that your appraisal will be completed swiftly, efficiently, and stress free! Remember though, if this is for a loan, only lenders may order appraisal for lending purposes, not homeowners.

"I hired her because of the positive reviews I saw...but maybe they only post the positive ones! She did not measure the sq. footage herself but relied on "public records" which inaccurately listed my house as 1607 sq. ft. rather than 1075. Apparently these same public records listed my house in a different neighborhood, so she used comps from that neighborhood rather than those near my house. I tried to get her to correct these errors over a period of several months. I tried to get her to explain what public records she was using. Finally she said she had spent too much time on this and hung up on me! Very disappointed, have an appraisal that I paid for that is of no use!"

Teri K on March 2025

"I hired her because of the positive reviews I saw...but maybe they only post the positive ones! She did not measure the sq. footage herself but relied on "public records" which inaccurately listed my house as 1607 sq. ft. rather than 1075. Apparently these same public records listed my house in a different neighborhood, so she used comps from that neighborhood rather than those near my house. I tried to get her to correct these errors over a period of several months. I tried to get her to explain what public records she was using. Finally she said she had spent too much time on this and hung up on me! Very disappointed, have an appraisal that I paid for that is of no use!"

Teri K on March 2025

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We do not provide appraisals for commercial, mobile homes located in parks, or agricultural, properties. We are also unable to provide appraisals for refinancing or new mortgages. This must be issued by your lender. Mr. Hall has the expertise to prepare IRS "Qualified Reports" and has been doing so for years. This expertise includes using the proper format and all proper IRS forms required for the assignment. Expertise comes from counsel from colleagues, applied application, as well as coursework. Mr. Hall avails himself to all three. The most recent seminar attended was an IRS sanctioned seminar taught by Mr. Frank A. Molinari, Senior Appraiser with the IRS-LB&I Unit. Contact Jeffery Hall today for an appraiser with over 25 years of experience.

"Jeffery was very professional and produced a high quality product."

Ray P on August 2022

"Jeffery was very professional and produced a high quality product."

Ray P on August 2022

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