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Avatar for Akrivis Real Estate Valuations
Akrivis Real Estate Valuations
4.3(
55
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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

"The process was easy, and pricing options were provided up fromt. They gave clear instructions about what they needed for the appraisal. They provided an appraisal quickly, with a nice turn around time. I would call this company again next I need an appraisal."
Restaurant
Response time5 hrs
Response rate89%
1381 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for MJ/Johnson Appraisals
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
28 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%
10 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Advanced Appraising, Ltd.
Advanced Appraising, Ltd.
4.8(
44
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Appraisal - Real Estate

Serving Lake Bluff, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 1991

Credit card accepted

"Ben did a great job at the actual walk through of our property as well as taking some awesome pics. John did a great job at explaining the whole process and what everything in the appraisal meant. Would definitely recommend this company"
Response time2 days
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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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 was extremely professional and well informed. I was buying a property in Chicago, Il, however I live in California, so his help was extremely valuable during the process of purchasing. He was able to guide me and negotiate a reasonable price for my condo as well as help direct me through the Chicago buying process. He was always responsive and provided details I would never have thought of. I recommend him highly! Thank you, Jeff!"
Chicago and Burbs
Clients All Over Suburbs
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Recommended by100%of homeowners
Avatar for Chicago Estate Repair and Liquidation
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

"

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

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.

Foundation cracks won’t always affect your appraised value. All foundations crack due to normal settlement, so hairline cracks that aren’t leaking or uneven from side to side are unlikely to have an impact on your appraisal. Structural cracks, on the other hand, often lead to a reduced appraised value, especially if the underlying problem will cause the issue to worsen over time.

Depending on the size of the home, the appraisal itself can take several hours. After the appraiser’s visit is complete, it can take between a few days and a few weeks to get the report back. This timeline is largely dependent on the appraiser’s workload, research requirements, efficiency, and other factors.

As a seller, it might feel tempting to skip the appraisal, especially in a hot market that sees a lot of all-cash offers. While you can technically forgo it and hope for an all-cash offer, you’ll likely have a very tough time selling without an appraisal. 

In addition to protecting lenders from risk, appraisals also protect buyers’ investments. As such, it isn’t typically recommended for buyers to skip appraisals.

Ideally, you’d never pay more than the appraised value for a home, but there are some instances where it makes sense to do so. For example, if your current living arrangements are no longer viable and you need a place to move into quickly, paying more than the appraised value might be in your best interest to secure a new home. Additionally, if you’re buying in a hot market, overpaying for the home might be necessary to overcome the competition.

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