D. Ryan removed a humongous silver Maple tree for us today on the property.I was so impressed with the collaboration and efficiency of his team that I would recommend them a hundred percent. You want the job done right?You want your property protected?I would call these guys.
Project not finished, yet. So far they are very diligent and hardworking. Respectful of me and my property. Iâ ve already recommended them to a friend.
S&S Chimney WizardsThey told me 2 years ago that I needed a new drainage systemI call almost every week sometimes several times a week and they can’t seem to get the estimate done for my insurance. Meanwhile the drain backs up and who do you think comes to fix it and bill me? I keep asking to have Tim call me...
Someone came to look and give me an estimate. I was told that my homeowners would pay because it was wind damage and they would work with my insurance company to make sure that it was covered in full. I called them back several times when I was told that the insurance company would only pay a...
Boss Roofing - Siding Experts Inc.A contractor for the water utility was working to repair/replace the water mains for the subdivision that I live in. The underground cable locator had marked the area around where the excavating was to be performed on my property. They didn't mark the underground electrical main cable that...
My name is George Vodden, and I am the Property Team Chairman for First Lutheran Church (a member of the NALC Synod.) Our church needed a new roof, so I went to Angie?s List (my wife is a member of it) and only called companies with ?A? recommendations. I met with eight contractors, and...
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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
Broker 4 You Realty, LLC mission is to be ethical and provide excellent quality professional real estate services to the home buying, home selling, and rental finding service. Broker 4 You Realty, LLC believes that our clients and customers deserve the best service by always reflecting our Core Values: PROFESSIONALISM, INTEGRITY, ACTION, COMMITMENT, and TEAMWORK. Our Motto is: Listen, Communicate Effectively, and Lead!
Broker 4 You Realty, LLC mission is to be ethical and provide excellent quality professional real estate services to the home buying, home selling, and rental finding service. Broker 4 You Realty, LLC believes that our clients and customers deserve the best service by always reflecting our Core Values: PROFESSIONALISM, INTEGRITY, ACTION, COMMITMENT, and TEAMWORK. Our Motto is: Listen, Communicate Effectively, and Lead!
Real Estate Appraisals
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Mike Murgatroy has 24 years of lending experience and is an Angi Super Service Award recipient 2012-2022. Mike is also ranked in the top 1% mortgage originators in the United States. With integrity at the core of his values, you can rest assured that Mike Murgatroy will give you informed detailed mortgage advice, the same he would recommend to his own family. We pride ourselves on having a transparent process which we will walk you through every step of the way. Start your application process today by visiting themurgteam.com and find out why so many others continue to bring their business to Mike Murgatroy. NMLS ID# 60099; http://www.nmlsconsumeraccess.org
"It went great again. I am a repeat customer. They are professional, organized, and they perform like a well oiled machine. From the application process to the closing A+++++++ They do what they say they are going to do in a timely manner. I cannot say enough about this team. Thank you for another great experience Michael, Peter, Monica, and Connie."
Joseph V on March 2022
Mike Murgatroy has 24 years of lending experience and is an Angi Super Service Award recipient 2012-2022. Mike is also ranked in the top 1% mortgage originators in the United States. With integrity at the core of his values, you can rest assured that Mike Murgatroy will give you informed detailed mortgage advice, the same he would recommend to his own family. We pride ourselves on having a transparent process which we will walk you through every step of the way. Start your application process today by visiting themurgteam.com and find out why so many others continue to bring their business to Mike Murgatroy. NMLS ID# 60099; http://www.nmlsconsumeraccess.org
"It went great again. I am a repeat customer. They are professional, organized, and they perform like a well oiled machine. From the application process to the closing A+++++++ They do what they say they are going to do in a timely manner. I cannot say enough about this team. Thank you for another great experience Michael, Peter, Monica, and Connie."
Joseph V on March 2022
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.
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