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Avatar for Penny Smith Realtor/Appraiser
Penny Smith Realtor/Appraiser
5.0(
183
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Appraisal - Real Estate

Serving Seal Beach, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1978

Customers say: True professional

"This was an appraisal of a older condominium unit in a gated Southern California beach community for a trust administration. Unusual in that Penny did not have access to interior of the unit she had to appraise. She was very thorough in her research of the complex, and inspected a similar unit that was on the market, in addition to reviewing prior sales records and condition of the unit she appraised. Her comps were very good and it was clear that she'd done her due diligence to discern the appropriate sales, given the three different areas of buildout in the complex. She made a balanced and fair valuation of the property which was important for me to have as the Trustee, and reported on her considerations in good detail."
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+23

Response time7 hrs
Response rate100%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for First Source Appraisal, Inc.
First Source Appraisal, Inc.
4.7(
165
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Appraisal - Real Estate

Serving Seal Beach, 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."
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Response time7 hrs
Response rate91%
124 neighbors recently requested a quote
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James Beggs
4.9(
28
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Appraisal - Real Estate

Serving Seal 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."
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Avatar for NorthStar Appraisal Services
NorthStar Appraisal Services
4.7(
92
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Appraisal - Real Estate

Serving Seal Beach, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2003

Free estimates

Customers say: Quality work

"Very friendly, punctual (I will never work with people not on time). He kept his word on the report being done in 5 business days. He contacted me to make sure I received the report, which I appreciate. I'd definitely recommend John and would use him again if I need another appraisal!"
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+14

Response time2 hrs
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by98%of homeowners
Avatar for Carlton Haugh Appraisal Services
Carlton Haugh Appraisal Services
5.0(
55
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Appraisal - Real Estate

Serving Seal Beach, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1994

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Professional, courteous, and knowledgeable about appraisals. Was available within a few days of our first contact and arrived on time to the properties. One of the rental properties' tenants was abrasive and obnoxious but Carlton maintained his composure."
Response time5 hrs
Response rate96%
18 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Alan Partch
Alan Partch
5.0(
11
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Appraisal - Real Estate

Serving Seal Beach, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1997

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I recently had a family member pass away. My CPA said I needed an appraisal on some properties. Alan was able to help me out with a quick appraisal on a home and he was able to refer an appraiser on a commercial property located in a distant city. His work was fast and fairly priced and his referral to a distant location helped me immensely. I would use him again."
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Response time5 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Avatar for Appraising LA
Appraising LA
4.7(
14
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Appraisal - Real Estate

Serving Seal 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
9 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
LBN Appraisal Service, LLC
4.8(
19
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Appraisal - Real Estate

Serving Seal Beach, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2003

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

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

Response time11 hrs
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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Property Appraiser FAQs, answered by experts

Xeriscaping can absolutely increase your home value, but the return on investment (ROI) depends on where you live and how prevalent xeriscaping is in your area. In drought-prone climates, xeriscaping can boost your curb appeal and make your home more appealing to buyers due to the reduced maintenance and watering costs. However, in areas where xeriscaping isn’t the norm, some buyers may be willing to pay less for a xeriscaped property if they don’t like the appearance.

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.

An FHA appraisal is valid for 180 days from the effective date of the report. In some cases, you can have the appraisal recertified if you make your request before the original expires so that you still may obtain an FHA loan. If approved, your appraisal update is valid for one year.

Yes, built-in bookshelves can be worth the investment and can add value to your home, especially when constructed from high-quality, timeless materials like luxury hardwood. They offer a practical and stylish storage solution that utilizes wall space effectively. While they cost more than store-bought units, the custom fit and potential to increase your property's resale value make them a desirable feature for many buyers, particularly for homeowners with large book collections. For the best return on investment, consider having them professionally built.

If installing board and batten fixes an issue with the home, it could increase the value, but it isn’t commonly installed for that purpose. Board and batten is an aesthetic choice and, like most aesthetic choices, will do little to raise your home’s value. That being said, certain design elements can help attract more buyers, even if your home’s price won’t see a noticeable bump. 

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