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Akrivis Real Estate Valuations
4.4(
78
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Appraisal - Real Estate

Serving Bartow, FL and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 2018

Credit card accepted

Offers commercial services

"David was responsive and answered my questions in detail. Great experience working with them. Just wanted a third party opinion on a property before selling, which is exactly what I received. Miranda (person who came to property) was communicative and nice to work with."
Restaurant
Response time5 hrs
Response rate89%
943 neighbors recently requested a quote
Barbara Berndt Appraisals, Inc.
4.2(
5
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Appraisal - Real Estate

Serving Bartow, FL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2003

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship, and complete customer satisfaction, from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety and quality, regardless of how large, or small the job. Call us today!

Response time1 day
Response rate87%
Recommended by80%of homeowners
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Cliggitt Valuation, Inc.
5.0(
1
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Appraisal - Real Estate

Serving Bartow, FL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2002

Credit card accepted

Customers say: Quick response

We pride ourselves on providing independent, impartial, and unbiased real estate analysis, advice, and appraisals our clients can rely on to make informed business, financial, investment, and estate planning decisions. Our focus on commercial property includes a broad range of property types such as: offices, medical offices, single-tenant and multi-tenant retail, triple net investment properties, shopping centers, convenience stores, gas stations, ranches, and more. Michael Cliggitt, is an MAI designated member of the Appraisal Institute and MRICS designated member of the Royal Institute of Chartered Surveyors, two of the most highly regarded professional recognitions, earned from the top professional organizations in the industry.

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Hunters Creek Mortgage LLC
5.0(
7
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Appraisal - Real Estate

Serving Bartow, FL and surrounding areas

In business since 2001

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Michael Goldfarb did an amazing job even in the face of complex demands, and multiple delays on my part, including Hurricane Irma. Would definitely ask him for help with future mortgage and financing needs."
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Recommended by100%of homeowners
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MCME Home Inspections
4.8(
5
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Appraisal - Real Estate

Serving Bartow, FL and surrounding areas

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

Whether you are buying or selling a house, we are here to help you identify any potential problems with the property.\n\n\nThe typical inspection takes 2-3 hours. Using a range of investigative tools we will inspect your home from top to bottom, including:\n\nOur inspections include:\n\n \n\nGeneral safety and security\nAll rooms in the interior living space\nBuilding design, framing and structure\nFoundations, basements and crawl spaces\nAttics, garages, stairs, steps\nExterior walls, siding, trim, windows, doors\nRoof coverings, drainage systems, skylights, vents and ventilation\nChimneys, fireplaces\nWalkways, patios, decks and driveways\nPerimeter drainage\nElectrical service\nWater piping & valves, gas piping & valves\nHot water supply\nSinks, toilets, tubs, showers\nHeating systems, cooling systems, humidifiers, air filters\nElectrical panels, wires, wiring, outlets, switches, lighting fixtures, and ceiling fans\nCustom installations, such as saunas or hot tubs\nPrevious repairs\n \n\n\n\n

Under sink plumbing
Inspecting appliances
Testing gfci outlets
Inspecting the water heater
Blown in insulation

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Real Estate Agents FAQs, answered by experts

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.

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.

You should aim to have three or more bedrooms for the best resale value, and having four bedrooms is considered the gold standard. Having just two bedrooms is a functional obsolescence for larger family sizes, so a minimum of three bedrooms is ideal. Adding square footage from additional bedrooms will almost always be worthwhile, though, and can easily provide an ROI of 70%.

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.

Yes, it could be worth buying and remodeling an old house. You can potentially purchase an older house for a lower price than a newer house. With less of an upfront investment, you can devote more of your budget to the remodeling work. If you’re thinking of remodeling an old house and then reselling it—called house flipping—focus on projects that deliver the best ROI for home improvements.

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