"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."
Yes, appraisals are often used for property tax appeals, estate planning, and determining market value.
A property valuation, sometimes called a comparative market analysis or CMA, provides a real estate expert’s opinion on how much your property will sell for. It takes many things into consideration, like the condition and location of the home, but ultimately, all that matters for a property valuation is what a buyer might be willing to pay for the property. An appraisal is more concerned with determining the value. A valuation is to estimate what you’ll get for a property, while an appraisal helps a lender establish loan-to-value ratios and loan amounts.
In short, yes, a pond can add to your home’s value. However, whether it adds value will depend on the condition and aesthetic of your pond. Having this feature already built into a yard’s home can be appealing to homebuyers who value its aesthetic and would prefer not to build it themselves. But if it is not kept in good condition, it could turn buyers away.
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.
The differences between market value and appraised value depend on the local market, so they can match, or either one can be higher than the other. In a “seller’s market,” where there is an abundance of buyers, market value will likely sit higher than the appraised value because there’s more demand for the low inventory of homes. In a “buyer’s market,” where there are more homes than there are buyers, the market value is more likely to sit below the appraised value to entice buyers.
The Austell, GA homeowners’ guide to property appraisals
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