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Avatar for Bona Fide Appraisers and Consultants
Bona Fide Appraisers and Consultants
4.3(
24
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Appraisal - Real Estate

Serving Lyons, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1985

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Kevin Vaught very honest knowledgable and thorough. My appraisal was textbook with photos and details outlined line by line In a three day window completed and took about an hour or so to do a walk through. Definitely well priced at $300. Prepay with Zelle..arrived on time and"
Industrial-zoned site
Three Flat
Commercial Property
Residential Property
Chicago Industrial Property

+1

Response time1 day
26 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by94%of homeowners
Avatar for MJ/Johnson Appraisals
MJ/Johnson Appraisals
4.7(
378
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Appraisal - Real Estate

Serving Lyons, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2005

Customers say: True professional

"Michael was prompt and very professional. The turn-around time was incredible!! Excellent price too. I will be recommending Michael to anyone in need of a thorough and fair real estate appraisal."
Response time5 hrs
26 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by79%of homeowners
Avatar for Chicagoland Valuation Group, Inc.
Chicagoland Valuation Group, Inc.
5.0(
7
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Appraisal - Real Estate

Serving Lyons, 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
Avatar for Akrivis Real Estate Valuations
Akrivis Real Estate Valuations
4.4(
76
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Appraisal - Real Estate

Serving Lyons, IL and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 2018

Credit card accepted

Offers commercial services

"Did what was requested in a timely manner. No hassles which is exactly what a person needs when dealing with the loss of a spouse. This was specific for an estate appraisal. Not an appraisal to buy real estate. This is for estate tax purposes which is different. Thank you."
Restaurant
Response time5 hrs
Response rate89%
959 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for JB Appraisals, Inc.
JB Appraisals, Inc.
4.2(
12
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Appraisal - Real Estate

Serving Lyons, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Customers say: Terrific value

"John with JB Appraisals is totally top of the line! My time and money was well-spent. John arrived promptly and performed a thorough and professional appraisal. I was thrilled with John s speed and accuracy, since he delivered the appraisal to the bank even faster than initially estimated. John is very knowledgeable and took the time to answer all my questions. It was a pleasure doing business with him. I will not hesitate to use John again, and HIGHLY recommend him to anyone getting a residential real estate appraisal."
Response time3 hrs
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by88%of homeowners
Avatar for Book Value Appraisals
Book Value Appraisals
5.0(
1
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Appraisal - Real Estate

Serving Lyons, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

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.

Response time12 hrs
Avatar for Jeff Kropp-The Home Buyer Agents
Jeff Kropp-The Home Buyer Agents
4.7(
43
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Appraisal - Real Estate

Serving Lyons, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 2001

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Just closed on a condo in River North with Jeff as my agent! He is an overall friendly guy and I appreciated the fact that he works exclusively as a buyer's agent. He helped me negotiate the price down a substantial amount from the listing price, and then the process was smooth after that. I definitely recommend Jeff if you are looking for a new home!"
Chicago and Burbs
Clients All Over Suburbs
Additional Photos
Additional Photos
Additional Photos

+3

Recommended by100%of homeowners
Avatar for Advanced Appraising, Ltd.
Advanced Appraising, Ltd.
4.8(
44
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Appraisal - Real Estate

Serving Lyons, 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
Eric M. Glenn Certified Residential Real Estate Appraiser
4.9(
11
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Appraisal - Real Estate

Serving Lyons, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 2003

Free estimates

Eric Glenn State Certified Residential Appraiser is a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. Our dedicated team of professionals have years of hands-on experience, to provide innovative ideas and suggestions tailored to your projects. Our services are customized to your individual needs, paying close attention to the details of each project that we are involved with. Please feel free to contact us today! \n

Response time1 day
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Real Estate Agents FAQs, answered by experts

Typically during transactions or refinancing, or whenever significant improvements are made.

While there’s technically no limit to the dollar amount you can borrow for a home addition, the standard limit is around 80% of the value the addition is expected to add to your home. That means you could feasibly borrow up to $80,000 if an appraiser determines that the addition or bump out will add $100,000 in value to your property. You might also be limited by your debt-to-income ratio or credit score.

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