"I explained that I needed the appraisal for the Probate Court to sell my Mother's house, and Mike gave me an alternative to the full price in-person appraisal. Mike was very responsive and turned-around the appraisal report quickly ! I would recommend him again ."
"Hired to do valuation of a manufactured home - not on land. Gave appraisal comparison properties included land. therefore not an accurate valuation. Thought salesperson understood nuance."
"Tiffany called me immediately after I placed the request for an appraisal. It was very easy to schedule and they did a very thorough assessment of my property. I would highly recommend them."
"We were very pleased with the service provided by Wendall and his team. Wendall responded very quickly to our request for a property appraisal and accommodated our challenging schedule. Raphael completed the appraisal and was punctual, professional and very thorough! The appraisal report was comprehensive and delivered quickly. We highly recommend Infinite Focus Appraisals."
"I was buying a house cash and still wanted to get an appraisal. Zach came out and matched our timeline we needed for a quick close. He was super professional and answered all of my questions. Hope to use McCith Appraisals again, thanks!"
"We needed an appraisal for an inherited property, which requires a special evaluation of property at the time (date) of death. Jackie completely understood the requirements, and provided accurate details of her opinion with supporting facts. Her experience is vast and her attention to detail is remarkable. I would highly recommend her for any type of appraisal. She’s very thorough!"
"Mr. Latham was very prompt in arriving for the appraisal, fully explained the process to us, and delivered the final appraisal report a day earlier than he predicted. He took the necessary time to answer any questions that I had. He was very professional and pleasant to work with."
"William is professional, knowledgeable, and fun personality. The appraisal was a key factor in determining the value of a property we were interested in purchasing. We would definitely hire again."
In most cases, selling a home in as-is condition will lead to a sale price that’s somewhere between 10% and 30% lower than normal. However, it’s often worthwhile to sell at a loss because the alternative would be to pay for the repairs yourself, which could end up costing you more. Even if they didn’t, selling as-is saves you from the time and energy you’d spend coordinating the repairs.
Depending on the size of the home, the appraisal itself can take several hours. After the appraiser’s visit is complete, it can take between a few days and a few weeks to get the report back. This timeline is largely dependent on the appraiser’s workload, research requirements, efficiency, and other factors.
As a seller, it might feel tempting to skip the appraisal, especially in a hot market that sees a lot of all-cash offers. While you can technically forgo it and hope for an all-cash offer, you’ll likely have a very tough time selling without an appraisal.
In addition to protecting lenders from risk, appraisals also protect buyers’ investments. As such, it isn’t typically recommended for buyers to skip appraisals.
In most cases, you can expect home automation to boost your home value. This technology makes the homeowner’s life easier and more comfortable, and some provide increased safety and protection. Buyers will likely recognize value in security systems and utility monitors, as well as comfort-focused upgrades that save on electric bills while keeping interior rooms at the desired temperature and humidity. On average, you can expect a 50% and 75% return on investment on home automation services, and potentially even more if the automation reduces homeowner’s insurance.
Yes, built-in bookshelves can be worth the investment and can add value to your home, especially when constructed from high-quality, timeless materials like luxury hardwood. They offer a practical and stylish storage solution that utilizes wall space effectively. While they cost more than store-bought units, the custom fit and potential to increase your property's resale value make them a desirable feature for many buyers, particularly for homeowners with large book collections. For the best return on investment, consider having them professionally built.
The Austell, GA homeowners’ guide to property appraisals
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