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

Serving South Gate, 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%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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James Beggs
4.9(
28
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Appraisal - Real Estate

Serving South Gate, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2003

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"I had Mr. James Beggs appraised one of my properties first and see how he does. I needed the step up in basis appraisal done right away so i would have the report before taxes were to be due in April. Mr. Beggs was able to do the appraisal right away, he arrived on time for our appointment to meet with him, explained my options on the appraisals and had the appraisal report within a few days. I was happy that he was able to do it right away and I was satisfied of his work so i requested him to do my other two properties as well. I requested for him to send me an online and a hard copy report of the appraisals and he did. Im a happy and a thankful client. Thanks Mr. Beggs and thank you too Home Advisor! This is my second time i used this site."
6 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 South Gate, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1994

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"We needed to have a property appraisal to settle an estate. We had never done this before and were unclear as to what to expect. We contacted Carlton Haugh Appraisal Services and he put our mind at ease and explained the entire process. He answered all our questions, no matter how small and kept us updated along the way. Carlton was a very pleasant and professional person to work with. The appraisal was very thorough, the fee was very reasonable, and the appraisal was done in a very reasonable amount of time. We would definitely recommend his services to others."
Response time5 hrs
Response rate96%
16 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Appraising LA
Appraising LA
4.7(
14
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Appraisal - Real Estate

Serving South Gate, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I had price quotes from three other companies and all were at least $75 higher. Max was very pleasant to work with and I definitely recommend him if you need a real estate appraisal."
Response time1 day
11 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
The Appraisal School
5.0(
1
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Appraisal - Real Estate

Serving South Gate, 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%
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Appraise IT
4.4(
41
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Appraisal - Real Estate

Serving South Gate, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2001

Credit card accepted

"Very knowledgeable, professional, thorough, and completed the appraisal in the time she promised. We were highly impressed with her work and would recommend Appraise It to anyone needing a competent appraiser."
Response time5 days
Response rate100%
Recommended by94%of homeowners
EZ Appraisals
5.0(
9
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Appraisal - Real Estate

Serving South Gate, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2025

Credit card accepted

"I recently had a property appraised and was very pleased with the entire experience. George was professional, punctual, and thorough in evaluating the home. He took the time to answer my questions, explained the process clearly, and delivered the report within the expected timeframe. He felt fair, detailed, and well-supported by market data. I appreciate his expertise and would absolutely recommend his services to others needing a reliable and objective property valuation."
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Property Appraiser FAQs, answered by experts

Yes, home appraisers look at your windows when appraising your property to determine the market value of your home. They’ll factor in the type of windows, quality, condition, whether or not there are screens covering the windows, frame materials, size, insulation, and more to come up with an unbiased property assessment.

If you can’t find any records online, you’ll need to contact your county clerk’s office to do further research. They should have property records on file, or can at least point you in the right direction of who to contact. You can also speak with your neighbors about when their houses were built because they were likely built around the same time.

Yes, experienced appraisers handle a variety of property types with tailored methods.

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.

Whether a scullery is worth it depends on how much you like to cook and entertain. If you frequently host gatherings—a scullery is likely worth the money. If you’re looking for ROI, it’s not so clear. It may not add significant value to your home, as it doesn’t increase square footage and may repurpose space that a buyer would have preferred to remain as-is (like a laundry room). 

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