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Book Value Appraisals

PO Box 9012
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Book Value Appraisals

PO Box 9012
5.00(
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Approved Pro
10 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

Locally owned and operated real estate appraisal firm serving central and northeastern Illinois. We are experienced with all types of residential appraisals including single family units, 2-4 unit income properties, condominium, land appraisals, pre-listings, estate appraisals, bankruptcy and assessor related services, and more. Our priority is a high quality appraisal delivered in a quick turn around. Please call for availability outside of listed business hours.

Locally owned and operated real estate appraisal firm serving central and northeastern Illinois. We are experienced with all types of residential appraisals including single family units, 2-4 unit income properties, condominium, land appraisals, pre-listings, estate appraisals, bankruptcy and assessor related services, and more. Our priority is a high quality appraisal delivered in a quick turn around. Please call for availability outside of listed business hours.


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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
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Approved Pro
Super Service Award
Customers say: Quick response
1342 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


Kimberly Elliott-Birtch, Real Estate Group

3701 W Wabash
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Kimberly Elliott-Birtch, Real Estate Group

3701 W Wabash
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27 years of experience

I am a full service Real Estate Broker in Central Illinois. I have been helping people buy and sell homes since 1998. I work for myself in a company with over 100 agents who excel in our line of work.

I am a full service Real Estate Broker in Central Illinois. I have been helping people buy and sell homes since 1998. I work for myself in a company with over 100 agents who excel in our line of work.


CreditGuard of America

791 Park Of Commerce Blvd
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CreditGuard of America

791 Park Of Commerce Blvd
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12 years of experience

AMERICA’S MOST TRUSTED SOURCE FOR DEBT AND CREDIT SOLUTIONS. CreditGuard of America, Inc. is an independent, nonprofit credit counseling agency that is committed to providing innovative solutions for simple to complicated debt and credit issues. CreditGuard provides credit counseling and debt management along with free financial education to consumers throughout the United States, using state-of-the-art technology and superior customer service.

AMERICA’S MOST TRUSTED SOURCE FOR DEBT AND CREDIT SOLUTIONS. CreditGuard of America, Inc. is an independent, nonprofit credit counseling agency that is committed to providing innovative solutions for simple to complicated debt and credit issues. CreditGuard provides credit counseling and debt management along with free financial education to consumers throughout the United States, using state-of-the-art technology and superior customer service.


Farmland Solutions LLC

320 Crossing Rd
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Farmland Solutions LLC

320 Crossing Rd
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Free onsite estimate

Whether your goal is to improve your farm income, change lease types, or buy or sell farmland, Farmland Solutions has the expertise to help you achieve your goals. Our focus is to assist absentee landowners and investors in Illinois and surrounding states needing assistance with farmland decision-making and operations. We function as a fiduciary agent for the owner. The land owners retain the right to participate in all decisions, but are freed from the day-to-day management of the farm. Our experts are Accredited Farm Managers and Illinois Licensed Real Estate Brokers. Solutions we can assist with include: • Levels of insurance needed on farm buildings • Buying and selling farmland • Renting farmland to hunters, and how to improve wildlife habitat • Improving farmland value • Participation in government farm programs Call Farmland Solutions today, or visit our website for more details!

Whether your goal is to improve your farm income, change lease types, or buy or sell farmland, Farmland Solutions has the expertise to help you achieve your goals. Our focus is to assist absentee landowners and investors in Illinois and surrounding states needing assistance with farmland decision-making and operations. We function as a fiduciary agent for the owner. The land owners retain the right to participate in all decisions, but are freed from the day-to-day management of the farm. Our experts are Accredited Farm Managers and Illinois Licensed Real Estate Brokers. Solutions we can assist with include: • Levels of insurance needed on farm buildings • Buying and selling farmland • Renting farmland to hunters, and how to improve wildlife habitat • Improving farmland value • Participation in government farm programs Call Farmland Solutions today, or visit our website for more details!






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Dawn Olson, Realtor

501 N Kinzie Ave
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Dawn Olson, Realtor

501 N Kinzie Ave
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20 years of experience

Real estate transactions are complex events. Because of that, people looking to buy a home or investment property usually request the help of a real estate agent to help them through the process. It will be up to the real estate agent to use their knowledge of the real estate market to assist potential buyers in securing the property that they desire. A prospective buyer may come to a real estate agent with specific requirements for a house. This could include size and a budget. The real estate agent will then find the best area and properties on the market that meet the buyer's requirements. Together, the real estate agent and potential buyer will visit the properties until the right one is located. People looking to sell their homes will also seek out a real estate agent. They can help to market the property by listing it in a general real estate directory of homes for sale. A real estate agent can also assist by drawing up a contract and negotiating the terms of a sale with a potential buyer. A real estate agent will also make sure that all things related to the sale of a home are handled appropriately. This can include a title search to make sure there are no issues regarding the ownership of the property. If termite or mold inspections were required, then the real estate agent will verify that they were completed.

Real estate transactions are complex events. Because of that, people looking to buy a home or investment property usually request the help of a real estate agent to help them through the process. It will be up to the real estate agent to use their knowledge of the real estate market to assist potential buyers in securing the property that they desire. A prospective buyer may come to a real estate agent with specific requirements for a house. This could include size and a budget. The real estate agent will then find the best area and properties on the market that meet the buyer's requirements. Together, the real estate agent and potential buyer will visit the properties until the right one is located. People looking to sell their homes will also seek out a real estate agent. They can help to market the property by listing it in a general real estate directory of homes for sale. A real estate agent can also assist by drawing up a contract and negotiating the terms of a sale with a potential buyer. A real estate agent will also make sure that all things related to the sale of a home are handled appropriately. This can include a title search to make sure there are no issues regarding the ownership of the property. If termite or mold inspections were required, then the real estate agent will verify that they were completed.

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Real Estate Agents questions, answered by experts

Property size, location, condition, recent comparable sales, and market trends are factors.

Depending on where you live and the demand for pools and spools, a spool may increase your property value and make your home more appealing to potential buyers. It’s worth looking at installation, maintenance, insurance, and safety costs to see if the increase in value is worth the cost of installing a spool.

Increases livable area and enhances aesthetic, often boosting property appeal.

Home and property appraisals cost about $355 on average, ranging from $250 to $500, depending on the size of the home and property, age of the property, comparability to nearby homes, and location. While single-family homes typically cost between $300 and $400 to appraise, multi-family home appraisal can cost $500 to $1,000 due to the increased size and building complexity.

Yes, shipping container homes have a very high resale value if they’ve been well maintained over the years. You can resell this home similar to how you’d resell any home. The value depends on the market and the condition. As a bonus, you can transport many container homes depending on the design, which makes them easier to sell if the local market is challenging. 

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