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Last update on February 18, 2026

Reviewed in February 2026
As a Florida partition lawyer, accurate and defensible property valuations are critical to my cases, and Litz Group Appraisal Services consistently delivers exactly that. Their appraisals are thorough, well-supported, and prepared with an obvious understanding of how valuations are scrutinized...
Litz Group Appraisal Services
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Reviewed in August 2024
This company is outstanding! We have used them for over 2 years. They are reliable and do an excellent job. Their rates are reasonable and they are careful with the many antiques we have in our home. We would recommend!
Sparkle Fresh Clean
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Reviewed in May 2023
If youâ re looking to appraise your home these are the folks you need to call. Kept the time and date, on time and I was able to get my paperwork one day earlier than what they said. Courteous, friendly, great customer service and most important on time!! I would recommend Mr Klein to anyone...
A.C. Klein Appraisal Associates
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Reviewed in October 2021
Nelson arrived and after looking our kitchen over, suggested we would be better served by having it replaced instead of refaced. Not much of a cost difference due to the amount of retrofitting that would need to be done. How refreshing to get such an honest, professional appraisal! Would totally...
Best Value Kitchen Refacing & More / Best Value Closets
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Reviewed in August 2021
I met Chris Weller 2 years ago, when a mover broke some antique furniture. I found him on Angie's List and it was a wonderful find! A true artist! He repaired and refinished 2 antique end tables and an antique radio cabinet. Recently I decided to repair the rest of the furniture and...
CJ Weller Enterprises LLC
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Reviewed in March 2021
Very pleased with Fred Smith’s service. Fred arrived on time of the appointment, with a courtesy call 10 mins prior to arrival. His appraisal of my home was conducted in a professional and very personable manner, with the written report sent within 2 days. I would highly recommend FTS Real...
FTS Real Estate Appraisers
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Reviewed in January 2021
The owner of Trinity Stones (Edward) was present throughout the Job from appraisal to installation. It did not take long to see that he was very knowledgeable in his field. He provided his professional advice as I was choosing cabinets and the material for the kitchen and bathroom countertops. I...
Trinity Stones
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Richard Stedman Estate Services, LLC

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Appraisal - General

Serving Palm Beach, FL and surrounding areas

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In business since 1957

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Small jobs welcome

"Can provide references to service provider who does remote appraisals by photograph"

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Serving Palm Beach, FL and surrounding areas

In business since 2023

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Top Landscape 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.\n

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Adrian Gonzalez & Associates, P.A.

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Appraisal - General

Serving Palm Beach, FL and surrounding areas

In business since 1999

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G. Adrian Gonzalez, Jr. is a State-Certified General Appraiser and is a Senior Member (ASA-Real Property) of the American Society of Appraisers. With over 35 years of experience work we bring each customer the best possible service and quality available. We look forward to working with you on your next project. We welcome your questions and thank you for your interest.

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Antiques and Jewelry Appraisals questions, answered by experts

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.

Around 1-2 weeks, including inspection and reporting time for an official evaluation.

Ensure the property is clean, provide access to all areas, and supply relevant documents, such as recent upgrades or tax records.

Your home insurance company may allow you to use an appraisal instead of an inspection when you apply for coverage. Keep in mind that despite this, an appraisal is far less detailed than the different types of home inspections available and may not reveal potential risks that you’ll want to know about.

Wainscoting isn’t a design element that can be directly tied to an increased house price. Despite that, it is a highly marketable element that can generate significant interest from potential buyers who enjoy the style, and is relatively inexpensive to remove for those who don’t. If you are on the fence about paneling, just know that it certainly wouldn’t result in depreciation of your home’s value—usually the opposite.

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