Top-rated property appraisers.

Get matched with top property appraisers in Ashford, CT

Enter your zip and get matched with up to 5 pros

Need a pro for your property appraisal project in Ashford, CT?

Select your specific project to find the pro for you.

Find Property appraisers in Ashford

Avatar for Brooke Group, LLC
Brooke Group, LLC
5.0(
2
)
Appraisal - Real Estate

Serving Ashford, CT and surrounding areas

In business since 2009

"We have had a good experience working with the Brooke Group for appraisals. Customer service is strong, and the principals have high integrity. The appraisals we received were done well and met our needs."
Response time12 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Property Appraiser questions, answered by experts

The purpose of the home appraisal determines which party pays for it. You’re generally responsible for the cost if you need to know the current value of your home to refinance your mortgage, though in some instances the lender will pay for it. The buyer pays for the appraisal when they are applying for their mortgage.

Appraisals are not mandatory but are helpful for pricing accuracy and negotiation purposes.

In most cases, installing a tennis court on your property will drive up your property taxes. Property taxes are determined, in part, based on improvements made to your property, which includes anything with a permanent foundation. Since most home tennis courts include a large concrete foundation, your property taxes will likely increase following the installation. A general rule of thumb is that if your project requires permits—like for a foundation or fencing for a tennis court—then your property taxes will be affected.

You can be present during a home appraisal, but it’s best to stay out of the appraiser’s way. Make yourself available, but don’t engage or interrupt, and don’t discuss value or your target sales price. If possible, have your agent present in the house instead of being present yourself.

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.

The Ashford, CT homeowners’ guide to property appraisals

From average costs to expert advice, get all the answers you need to get your job done.