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Avatar for Akrivis Real Estate Valuations
Akrivis Real Estate Valuations
4.3(
68
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Appraisal - Real Estate

Serving Lake Bluff, IL and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 2018

Credit card accepted

Offers commercial services

"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."
Restaurant
Response time5 hrs
Response rate89%
1291 neighbors recently requested a quote
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MJ/Johnson Appraisals
4.7(
369
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Appraisal - Real Estate

Serving Lake Bluff, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2005

Customers say: True professional

"I was very pleased with Mr. Johnson's work. Mr. Johnson was punctual on the day of the appraisal. He came to my home and thoroughly inspected my property. He was very professional yet approachable. He answered all of my questions clearly. I would highly recommend this appraiser."
Response time5 hrs
26 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by81%of homeowners
Avatar for Chicagoland Valuation Group, Inc.
Chicagoland Valuation Group, Inc.
5.0(
7
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Appraisal - Real Estate

Serving Lake Bluff, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1997

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"My experience with Chicagoland valuation Group Inc was 100% satisfactory. Once I put the request on Angi I got 3 calls from different agents and Tom understand my situation and how urgent I needed this appraisal. He was so understanding and friendly and was able to get the appraisal by the time line I needed for in a matter of 24hrs. So if you need an appraisal Tom is your go to guy I 100% recommend anyone to hire him. Thank you for your business."
Chicago (Wicker Park)
Response time7 hrs
Response rate100%
9 neighbors recently requested a quote
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AnDel Appraisals
5.0(
5
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Appraisal - Real Estate

Serving Lake Bluff, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

AnDel Appraisals is one of the most reputable companies for getting a home appraisal in Chicago IL. Our team consists of licensed home appraisers with over 23 years of experience in the Chicago real estate market. We have completed thousands of home appraisal reports and maintained great relationships with every client. Moreover, we have been placed on the panel of some of the largest banks in the country. We take pride in our ability to provide same-day quotes and a quick turnaround time of 3 days. Call us today for a free quote on your next home appraisal.

Response time10 hrs
Response rate85%
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Jeff Kropp-The Home Buyer Agents
4.7(
43
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Appraisal - Real Estate

Serving Lake Bluff, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 2001

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Jeff quickly got me pre-approved for a mortgage so I could target a price range. He recommended Chicago neighborhoods based on my budget and transportation needs. We worked together to identify potential houses online and then found a few that deserved a closer look. He arranged a day and time to tour the houses and met me at each location. As we looked at the properties he was able to point out signs of water damage and other attributes that a buyer would want to be aware of. Within weeks I found a house in my price range that exceeded my expectations. He negotiated a good price for me and was even able to recommend a home inspector and lawyer. Jeff walked me through every step of the process, was quick to answer my e-mail messages and was professional in all respects."
Chicago and Burbs
Clients All Over Suburbs
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Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Chicago Estate Repair and Liquidation
4.4(
38
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Appraisal - Real Estate

Serving Lake Bluff, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 2013

Credit card accepted

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I liked them.   Jose and Paul (father and son) were very punctual.   they went right to it.   the installation was a bit more difficult than I expected since railings had to be cut,  holes had to be drilled into the tiles and the closet opening was apparently not leveled.    I know they worked hard the entire time they were here.    I had originally paid for 2 hours via Angie's list but I know they worked a bit more than 4 hours so I offered to pay more for the extra time.   They hauled all the debris away with them including the old doors

and the boxes for the new doors.



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Recommended by90%of homeowners
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Property Appraiser questions, answered by experts

Some appraisers hold a Member of the Appraisal Institute designation. This accolade is the highest credential property appraisers can earn. An MAI appraisal is typically used for commercial properties.

While your lender will likely recommend an appraiser, you can also hire a professional home appraiser on your own. Choose someone who is experienced in your type of residential property, and ensure they hold all of the necessary credentials that your state or region requires.

If installing board and batten fixes an issue with the home, it could increase the value, but it isn’t commonly installed for that purpose. Board and batten is an aesthetic choice and, like most aesthetic choices, will do little to raise your home’s value. That being said, certain design elements can help attract more buyers, even if your home’s price won’t see a noticeable bump. 

The differences between market value and appraised value depend on the local market, so they can match, or either one can be higher than the other. In a “seller’s market,” where there is an abundance of buyers, market value will likely sit higher than the appraised value because there’s more demand for the low inventory of homes. In a “buyer’s market,” where there are more homes than there are buyers, the market value is more likely to sit below the appraised value to entice buyers.

Your home insurance company may allow you to use an appraisal instead of an inspection when you apply for coverage. Keep in mind that despite this, an appraisal is far less detailed than the different types of home inspections available and may not reveal potential risks that you’ll want to know about.

In short, yes, a pond can add to your home’s value. However, whether it adds value will depend on the condition and aesthetic of your pond. Having this feature already built into a yard’s home can be appealing to homebuyers who value its aesthetic and would prefer not to build it themselves. But if it is not kept in good condition, it could turn buyers away.

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