Do new windows increase property taxes?

• <div><p>Whether or not new windows increase property taxes depends on where you live and by how much your upgrade increases your home’s value. Smaller projects likely won’t result in increased property taxes, but it’s always a good idea to err on the side of caution and check. Contact your local county appraisal department for the most accurate information about property taxes in your area. </p></div>

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Q: Does home automation increase your property value?

• <div><p>In most cases, you can expect home automation to boost your home value. This technology makes the homeowner&rsquo;s life easier and more comfortable, and some provide increased safety and protection. Buyers will likely recognize value in security systems and utility monitors, as well as comfort-focused upgrades that save on electric bills while keeping interior rooms at the desired temperature and humidity. On average, you can expect a <b>50% and 75%</b> return on investment on home automation services, and potentially even more if the automation reduces homeowner&rsquo;s insurance.</p></div>

Q: How long does an FHA appraisal take?

• <div><p>Depending on the size of the home, the appraisal itself can take several hours. After the appraiser&rsquo;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&rsquo;s workload, research requirements, efficiency, and other factors.</p></div>

Q: Do basement bedrooms count on an appraisal?

• <div><p>Basement bedrooms can count toward your room count and the square footage of your home on an appraisal if they&rsquo;re fully legal, which means they have proper ventilation and points of egress, as defined by your local building code. Simply partitioning off a space for a bedroom in an otherwise unfinished basement that isn&rsquo;t a legal living space won&rsquo;t affect your appraisal value.</p></div>

Q: What is the difference between a property valuation and an appraisal?

• <div><p>A property valuation, sometimes called a comparative market analysis or CMA, provides a real estate expert&rsquo;s opinion on <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/home-appraisal-vs-market-value.htm">how much your property will sell for</a>. 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&rsquo;ll get for a property, while an appraisal helps a lender establish loan-to-value ratios and loan amounts.</p></div>

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The investigative problem was solved very quickly and the expertise of Kern Plumbing was great. Turns out that there was not a problem with my property but the neighbor had a water leak that was draining onto my property. I was very grateful that the technician found the problem fast and we...
Kern Plumbing, Inc.
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Reviewed in August 2017
3 years ago, King Tree said they'd take out a large tree at the back of my property. Brian told me they'd call 2 days before the work. They didn't call until I had contractors ready to dig and pour my basement. In a panic, I called Bill Birky at B & W. They did the work the next day for less...
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Reviewed in March 2017
From beginning to end the customer service, and communication from Darrin was top notch. The people working at the property were always very friendly, and they got the job done on time, and on budget. I have recommended them several times, and would use them again in the future.
Exterior & Interior Painting Specialists
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Reviewed in January 2017
Absolutely great he discovered serious defects and Hazards on one property I asked the owner to fix and I bypass buying that property
Copeland's Comprehensive Home Inspections LLC
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Reviewed in September 2015
This property is being cleaned up and readied for sale. We needed locks changed in order to have keys and make sure previous occupants did not re-enter the property. In attempting to co-ordinate several service providers to be at the property on a certain day and time, several other locksmith...
Reliable Lock & Safe
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Reviewed in January 2014
Very professional from sale to setup. Sales person listened and was very helpful. Delivery men were respectful of our property and were very careful when negotiating the paths throughout our home. Definitely an A+ experience from start to finish.
LA-Z-BOY FURNITURE GALLERIES
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Reviewed in March 2013
If one of the commercial properties has a problem with their HVAC, that can be a very desperate situation. Fritch always makes themselves available. They are very good.
Fritch Heating & Cooling, Inc
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Reviewed in August 2012
If not for Katrina Speedie, this sale of our house would not have happened. To make a long story short, when the deal was about to fall through, Katrina went well beyond the call of duty and made it happen. We highly recommend her. When we first decided to sell our home, we interviewed...
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Reviewed in May 2012
The sales people at Ray Eldridge were very helpful and not high-pressure. Shopping there a pleasure. (The person we dealt with in purchasing the setting was Laura.) We found the setting we liked the most at Ray Eldridge and we thought it was very fairly priced in comparison to other local...
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Reviewed in September 2011
They excavated my backyard in two different places, but they should have only done it in one place if they would have listened. I had to call them to come back out to restore my property and the responsiveness was very poor and they did unneccesary work.
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Book Value Appraisals

Book Value Appraisals

10 years of experience

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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.

Akrivis Real Estate Valuations

Akrivis Real Estate Valuations

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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

"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

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