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"The square footage in our appraisal was significantly incorrect, and when I pointed it out, backed it up with evidence. the only change made was swapping out one comp ? with no explanation for how nearly 400 sq ft of over-reported space would not reduce the value. I explained he could come remeasure and that was ignored. I even provided better comps at the appraiser?s request, but those were ignored as well. My final email addressing the valuation issues was never acknowledged. It has now been nearly a week with no response. This cost me time and money, and then we had to hire a second appraiser to correct the mistakes. Truly a frustrating and unprofessional experience to work with this appraiser."

Carrie A on October 2025

MJ/Johnson Appraisals is a fully licensed residential up to four units professional Real Estate appraisal company offering superior residential service. We provide fast and reliable service and take pride in the work we do.

"The square footage in our appraisal was significantly incorrect, and when I pointed it out, backed it up with evidence. the only change made was swapping out one comp ? with no explanation for how nearly 400 sq ft of over-reported space would not reduce the value. I explained he could come remeasure and that was ignored. I even provided better comps at the appraiser?s request, but those were ignored as well. My final email addressing the valuation issues was never acknowledged. It has now been nearly a week with no response. This cost me time and money, and then we had to hire a second appraiser to correct the mistakes. Truly a frustrating and unprofessional experience to work with this appraiser."

Carrie A on October 2025


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Akrivis Real Estate Valuations

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Akrivis Real Estate Valuations

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Super Service Award
Customers say: Quick response
1431 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


Jaka Construction

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Jaka Construction

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35 years of experience

* Home Renovation Construction Service Specialist, Licensed and Insured * Certified Contractor - over 20 years of building service * Services offered: - General Renovation - Kitchen and Bath Specialist - Room Addition and Home Extension - Basement Remodels Also provide: - Widows Replacement - Decks - Garage - Roofing and Siding - Create open floor plan - Indoor and outdoor flow - Loft conversion and more * Owner-operated growing company * Over 20 yers of experience * Licensed and Insured * FREE ESTIMATES

* Home Renovation Construction Service Specialist, Licensed and Insured * Certified Contractor - over 20 years of building service * Services offered: - General Renovation - Kitchen and Bath Specialist - Room Addition and Home Extension - Basement Remodels Also provide: - Widows Replacement - Decks - Garage - Roofing and Siding - Create open floor plan - Indoor and outdoor flow - Loft conversion and more * Owner-operated growing company * Over 20 yers of experience * Licensed and Insured * FREE ESTIMATES


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Illinois Real Estate Buyers

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Illinois Real Estate Buyers

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6 years of experience

Here at Illinois Real Estate Buyers , we focus on providing a seamless home selling process to Chicago homeowners. If you have a house that you need to sell fast, we will give you a fair cash offer in 48 hours or less. Please contact us today to get started and get your no obligation cash offer.

Here at Illinois Real Estate Buyers , we focus on providing a seamless home selling process to Chicago homeowners. If you have a house that you need to sell fast, we will give you a fair cash offer in 48 hours or less. Please contact us today to get started and get your no obligation cash offer.


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The Reid Group

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27 years of experience

Residential "Chicagoland" Real Estate Listing Agent with managing brokers license. 23 years FULL time personalized real estate sales experience with over 1000 home sales. Master of marketing and advertising homes, highly accurate Free market analysis. Visit my web site and watch my prelisting video to see how I manage every aspect of your sale from beginning to end. Reviews can also be found on Zillow. Just type in browser "Jay Reid Reviews"

Residential "Chicagoland" Real Estate Listing Agent with managing brokers license. 23 years FULL time personalized real estate sales experience with over 1000 home sales. Master of marketing and advertising homes, highly accurate Free market analysis. Visit my web site and watch my prelisting video to see how I manage every aspect of your sale from beginning to end. Reviews can also be found on Zillow. Just type in browser "Jay Reid Reviews"


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Durante & Rich Real Estate

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Durante & Rich Real Estate

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Durante & Rich Real Estate focuses on property management to residential real estate - single family homes, townhomes, condos, and small multi-family units. Most of our clients have just one property. We have an owner that uses the same process for his investment properties so our program is well tested and efficient. We have been managing residential properties since 1998 and have a team (not just a one person) to help you.

"Do not give these people your business. Let my year spent in an unheated, dilapidated property, that was received dirty, with an inaccurate listing be a free lesson to you. Look elsewhere."

Simon S on June 2024

Durante & Rich Real Estate focuses on property management to residential real estate - single family homes, townhomes, condos, and small multi-family units. Most of our clients have just one property. We have an owner that uses the same process for his investment properties so our program is well tested and efficient. We have been managing residential properties since 1998 and have a team (not just a one person) to help you.

"Do not give these people your business. Let my year spent in an unheated, dilapidated property, that was received dirty, with an inaccurate listing be a free lesson to you. Look elsewhere."

Simon S on June 2024


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Varo Real Estate

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Varo Real Estate

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11 years of experience

Varo Real Estate is an independent residential real estate brokerage specializing in sales and rentals. If you are looking to buy, sell, or rent a house, townhome, condominium, or apartment we want to be the ones to help you with all your real estate needs. Over the years Varo Real Estate won numerous awards from “People Love Us On Yelp”, “Neighborhood Favorite” on NextDoor, and “Best of Lake Forest” by BusinessRate. Claudio also won the “Excellence in Client Services” award from HomeSnap and Homes.com as well as “The Marquis Who’s Who” and the “Seven Star Certified” by Broker Agent Advisor. Varo Real Estate agents know how stressful finding or selling a home can be. You want a real person who understands your needs and can guide you all the way through this important process. They want their clients to be thrilled when they get to the closing table.

Varo Real Estate is an independent residential real estate brokerage specializing in sales and rentals. If you are looking to buy, sell, or rent a house, townhome, condominium, or apartment we want to be the ones to help you with all your real estate needs. Over the years Varo Real Estate won numerous awards from “People Love Us On Yelp”, “Neighborhood Favorite” on NextDoor, and “Best of Lake Forest” by BusinessRate. Claudio also won the “Excellence in Client Services” award from HomeSnap and Homes.com as well as “The Marquis Who’s Who” and the “Seven Star Certified” by Broker Agent Advisor. Varo Real Estate agents know how stressful finding or selling a home can be. You want a real person who understands your needs and can guide you all the way through this important process. They want their clients to be thrilled when they get to the closing table.


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BOE Mortgage

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Customers say: Terrific value
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

At Bank of England Mortgage, we take pride in being there when our borrowers need us, day and night. Our mission is to deliver total value to our customers. This means competitive rates, STRESS-FREE closings, extensive product knowledge, and a friendly helpful attitude. Since our doors opened in 1898 in England, Arkansas, Bank of England Mortgage has been providing down home service. Along with powerful nationwide mortgage loans, we offer clients peace of mind knowing they are working with a credible national mortgage banker. We understand you're making a commitment when buying a new home, refinancing or cashing out the equity in your home. You can be certain that we'll do our utmost to answer all of your questions quickly, so you can be confident that you have the best loan to fit your financial goals. Our mortgage professionals stand by ready to give you the personal attention you deserve and treat you with the respect due a valued customer. Bank of England Mortgage is a division of Bank of England. NMLS 418481. Member FDIC. Equal Housing Lender.

"Excellent. Got me the best rate for the lowest costs"

Randy L on August 2019

At Bank of England Mortgage, we take pride in being there when our borrowers need us, day and night. Our mission is to deliver total value to our customers. This means competitive rates, STRESS-FREE closings, extensive product knowledge, and a friendly helpful attitude. Since our doors opened in 1898 in England, Arkansas, Bank of England Mortgage has been providing down home service. Along with powerful nationwide mortgage loans, we offer clients peace of mind knowing they are working with a credible national mortgage banker. We understand you're making a commitment when buying a new home, refinancing or cashing out the equity in your home. You can be certain that we'll do our utmost to answer all of your questions quickly, so you can be confident that you have the best loan to fit your financial goals. Our mortgage professionals stand by ready to give you the personal attention you deserve and treat you with the respect due a valued customer. Bank of England Mortgage is a division of Bank of England. NMLS 418481. Member FDIC. Equal Housing Lender.

"Excellent. Got me the best rate for the lowest costs"

Randy L on August 2019



We are a premier Real Estate Company working for our customer in Appraising, Selling, Buying, and Investing in Properties. We have been in the Real Estate Business for over 14 years.

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Real Estate Agents questions, answered by experts

In most cases, selling a home in as-is condition will lead to a sale price that’s somewhere between 10% and 30% lower than normal. However, it’s often worthwhile to sell at a loss because the alternative would be to pay for the repairs yourself, which could end up costing you more. Even if they didn’t, selling as-is saves you from the time and energy you’d spend coordinating the repairs.

In many cases, window tinting will boost your home value. If you’re selling your home, especially in a warmer climate, buyers are very likely to see immense value in window tinting, which improves the home’s energy efficiency and helps make the living space more comfortable. Buyers may also recognize the privacy and security improvements offered by window tinting, which could lead to them paying more for your home.

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.

A koi pond may add value to your home if it’s a feature sellers are looking for. Like pools, ponds can affect your property value depending on their condition, whether they’re a popular selling point, and how well they’re incorporated into your home’s landscape.

Unless the buyer or seller makes the offer or offer acceptance contingent on the appraisal results, the sale will move forward unaffected if the appraisal comes back lower than the offer. This essentially means the buyer is paying more than what the home is worth, but without that contingency, both parties are locked into the deal. Some buyers may try to negotiate the purchase price down to the appraisal value, but this may not be possible if there wasn’t an appraisal contingency in the offer agreement.

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