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Avatar for Penny Smith Realtor/Appraiser
Penny Smith Realtor/Appraiser
5.0(
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Serving Simi Valley, 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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Response time7 hrs
Response rate100%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Randy M. Sonns, Certified Residential Appraiser
Randy M. Sonns, Certified Residential Appraiser
4.7(
180
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Serving Simi Valley, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1992

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

"I needed to have a fair and unbiased appraisal by a certified appraiser to assess property values as of the date of my mother's passing. I spoke with Randy and by the answers he gave to my questions, I determined he was the right professional to engage with. His reports were consistent in methodology, clearly explained in each category, and well accepted by my estate attorney for the exercise. Beyond that, he was professional with his dealings with me and did not hesitate to take the necessary time to ensure I understood the appraisal contents."
Response time8 hrs
Recommended by98%of homeowners
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Appraising LA
4.7(
14
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Serving Simi Valley, 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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Serving Simi Valley, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1994

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

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
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Gabrielle Mellott
5.0(
16
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Serving Simi Valley, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Her 25+ years experience as a property appraiser was a parent. Excellent communication skills, answered all my questions, and still has enthusiasm for the work that she does."
Response time50 mins
Response rate97%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Avatar for All Value Appraisal Service
All Value Appraisal Service
5.0(
7
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Serving Simi Valley, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 1993

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"steve n josh a cut way above the rest! first, they responded quickly to my posting. i explained my situation, emergency appraisals needed the same day. it was a shot in the dark and quite honestly didnt think it would happen. at 1:30 pm i told steve it was a dire emergency to have these by 8am the next day for court. he suggested a “desk review”, which is a written review of all the mistakes opposing parties appraiser made. (btw he ripped it to shreds). they dropped everything for me! were in constant communication throughout the day reassuring me i would have them when i woke up in the a.m. and i did! steve is empathetic, extremely knowledgeable in his field (30yrs) and really cares about his clients. he didnt take advantage of my situation only charging me a nominal fee. i will never go anywhere else and have already hired him again. and trust me neither will you once you use ALL VALUE APPRAISAL!! 10 stars!!!"
Response time1 day
Response rate98%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Avatar for Bridge Appraisal
Bridge Appraisal
5.0(
5
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Serving Simi Valley, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2002

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

Pat Sullivan Appraisal is a family-owned real estate appraisal practice servicing Ventura, Santa Barbara, and Los Angeles counties. Pat has over twenty years of experience appraising real estate, offering services that specialize in complex and high-end properties, while offering friendly services to all real property types and subtypes. Reliability, communication, and high-quality reports are the cornerstone of our practice. Pat is always directly accessible to clients for consultation. You can reach Pat directly at 805 815 5052.

Complex High-end
Luxury Estates
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Response time5 hrs
Response rate96%
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Property Appraiser questions, answered by experts

While a finished basement adds value to your home, it is assigned a different value than space on the main floors. An appraiser will assess the square footage of a finished basement at about 50% to 60% of the value of the square footage for the rest of your home. Appraisal value for a finished basement depends on your location’s real estate market and the specifics of the basement and how it was finished. 

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.

Estate shutters are considered a high-end window treatment that increases home value. As previously mentioned, this project comes with an ROI of up to 75%. Shutters can also improve your home’s energy efficiency, especially if you choose PVC or faux wood shutters, which will lead to long-term savings on your energy bills.

The condition and appearance of your yard can affect your home appraisal value. A well-maintained, attractive yard with curb appeal adds to a property’s value, while an overgrown, messy, poorly maintained yard can hurt your home’s appraisal. Even small cosmetic improvements to your yard, like adding mulch, trimming trees, and cleaning out plant beds, can help your appraisal value.

Costs depend on the property size, audit complexity, and whether additional testing (e.g., blower door) is included.

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