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I was searching for someone to mow a property in another state. Allen called me and offered to mow waist high grass the next day before the property was turned over for city maintenance. Sent me pictures. Great great job. Very reasonable and conscientious. I've contracted him to keep the...
A.C. Lawncare and MaintenanceThey are young and talented. Respects the property and person.
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Schwartz Residential RoofingI chose Mulloy Land Surveying based on its reviews on Angie's list after a previous surveyor (recommended by a friend) let me down. Tom was quick and efficient. He took just a week from my contacting him to doing the job. He surveyed my property -- which is in an old neighborhood and...
Initial contact was over two months ago with work scheduled to be completed within two weeks. However, due to circumstances beyond the owner's control, continued heavy rainfall seldom seen in our area, the ground was not suitable for work to begin. Owner contacted us when he thought it could...
Welcome to the future of real estate valuation solutions with Akrivis. We combine innovation and evolving technology with our exclusive network of photography contractors to deliver accurate real estate valuations in less than five days. No stress, no fuss, just fast and reliable property values.
"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. "
Melissa P on October 2025
Welcome to the future of real estate valuation solutions with Akrivis. We combine innovation and evolving technology with our exclusive network of photography contractors to deliver accurate real estate valuations in less than five days. No stress, no fuss, just fast and reliable property values.
"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. "
Melissa P on October 2025
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GMFS LLC is a full service mortgage lender. In-house processing and underwriting departments let us handle all aspects of the lending process from application to funding.
GMFS LLC is a full service mortgage lender. In-house processing and underwriting departments let us handle all aspects of the lending process from application to funding.
Certified by the American Association of Home Inspectors in 1998. Very thorough inspection. A typical home 1500 to 2500 sq.ft. takes about 3 hours to inspect. The reports are usually ready to email the next day. All major systems are checked.
Certified by the American Association of Home Inspectors in 1998. Very thorough inspection. A typical home 1500 to 2500 sq.ft. takes about 3 hours to inspect. The reports are usually ready to email the next day. All major systems are checked.
An appraisal is an opinion of value, so anything that is expected to boost your home value is likely to work in your favor when it comes to the appraisal. Things like improving your curb appeal, painting, refinishing floors, and taking care of minor repairs are all good investments prior to ordering an appraisal. It’s also a good idea to clear out any clutter and complete a deep clean beforehand to show your property in the best light possible.
Appraisals aren’t required by law to complete a real estate transaction, but it’s unlikely that a lender will allow a buyer to close on a property without an appraisal, so, effectively, they are usually required. Your mortgage lender uses the property as collateral for your loan, and the appraisal is what the lender will base the mortgage on to confirm the value is there to justify their investment.
The average cost of a property appraisal is around $355, but different appraisers in your area could charge anywhere from $250 to $500. Appraisals for larger properties will often cost more, as will valuations for older properties. Appraisers will use homes in the surrounding area to help determine a valuation as well, so if your home doesn’t conform to the neighborhood standards, the valuation will require more work and will likely cost more.
A licensed appraiser is the only individual that can carry out a property appraisal. You should always check to ensure an appraiser you’re considering has the proper licensing from your state. Additionally, since an appraisal is meant to be an unbiased opinion of a property’s value, you should confirm that the appraiser doesn’t have ties to any other party in the sale of the property.
Anyone can hire a property appraiser to confirm the inherent value of a property, but the buyer or buyer’s lender will usually choose the appraiser and pay the individual for their opinion. It’s also not uncommon for the seller’s side in a real estate transaction to hire an appraiser in order to justify an asking price or negotiate a higher selling price.
From average costs to expert advice, get all the answers you need to get your job done.
Home appraisals typically expire in just a few months. Learn how long an appraisal is good for and what factors affect its longevity.
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If you’re buying a house, expect to pay for an appraisal to confirm the house’s value. Learn why you need an appraisal and how much you’ll pay.
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If you’re buying or selling a plot of land, you should know what a land appraisal is, how it works, and what factors can influence your land value.
