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Akrivis Real Estate Valuations

1428 Midway Road
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Akrivis Real Estate Valuations

1428 Midway Road
4.43(
14
)
Approved Pro
Super Service Award
Customers say: Quick response
1337 local quotes requested
7 years of experience

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


Iowa Land Management and Real Estate Company

415 A Avenue
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Iowa Land Management and Real Estate Company

415 A Avenue
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42 years of experience

Farm management, real estate and appraisal services in Iowa, Minnesota, and Illinois. Current managers have over 30 yrs experience handling absentee landowners properties by essentially stepping into the shoes of the landowner, in consultation with the landowner/client.

Farm management, real estate and appraisal services in Iowa, Minnesota, and Illinois. Current managers have over 30 yrs experience handling absentee landowners properties by essentially stepping into the shoes of the landowner, in consultation with the landowner/client.


Iowa Valley Appraisal

13056 120th Street
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Iowa Valley Appraisal

13056 120th Street
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25 years of experience

Our business was established in 2000. We currently have 2 appraisers at our company. We are a husband and wife team that love our family and career. We love people and the challenges that go into each individual assignment. We make sure that the home owner understands what we do, and the process involved. We also always leave the door open for our clients to contact us if they have any questions at all. We believe that we bring alot to the table being a younger couple in this field. We are always trying to do the little things to make our business stand out from the rest!

Our business was established in 2000. We currently have 2 appraisers at our company. We are a husband and wife team that love our family and career. We love people and the challenges that go into each individual assignment. We make sure that the home owner understands what we do, and the process involved. We also always leave the door open for our clients to contact us if they have any questions at all. We believe that we bring alot to the table being a younger couple in this field. We are always trying to do the little things to make our business stand out from the rest!

Property Appraiser questions, answered by experts

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.

The cost to appraise a home depends on the type. Common types include:

  • Single-family homes: $300–$400

  • FHA or VA single-family homes: $400–$500

  • Condominium: $300–$500

  • Multi-family home: $500–$1,000

  • Apartment building: $1,500–$3,000

  • Commercial properties: $1,400–$10,000

  • Raw land: $1,000–$8,000

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.

A comprehensive smart home system can be really attractive to buyers and increase the value of your property. Components such as a smart security system, smart lawn and garden systems, and smart appliances can all drive up the value of your property.

Estate shutters are considered a high-end window treatment that increases home value. As previously mentioned, this project comes with an ROI of up to 75%. Shutters can also improve your home’s energy efficiency, especially if you choose PVC or faux wood shutters, which will lead to long-term savings on your energy bills.

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