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Book Value Appraisals

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Book Value Appraisals

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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.

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.


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Akrivis Real Estate Valuations

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Akrivis Real Estate Valuations

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1490 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


Kimberly Elliott-Birtch, Real Estate Group

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Kimberly Elliott-Birtch, Real Estate Group

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27 years of experience

I am a full service Real Estate Broker in Central Illinois. I have been helping people buy and sell homes since 1998. I work for myself in a company with over 100 agents who excel in our line of work.

I am a full service Real Estate Broker in Central Illinois. I have been helping people buy and sell homes since 1998. I work for myself in a company with over 100 agents who excel in our line of work.


CreditGuard of America

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CreditGuard of America

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12 years of experience

AMERICA’S MOST TRUSTED SOURCE FOR DEBT AND CREDIT SOLUTIONS. CreditGuard of America, Inc. is an independent, nonprofit credit counseling agency that is committed to providing innovative solutions for simple to complicated debt and credit issues. CreditGuard provides credit counseling and debt management along with free financial education to consumers throughout the United States, using state-of-the-art technology and superior customer service.

AMERICA’S MOST TRUSTED SOURCE FOR DEBT AND CREDIT SOLUTIONS. CreditGuard of America, Inc. is an independent, nonprofit credit counseling agency that is committed to providing innovative solutions for simple to complicated debt and credit issues. CreditGuard provides credit counseling and debt management along with free financial education to consumers throughout the United States, using state-of-the-art technology and superior customer service.


Farmland Solutions LLC

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Farmland Solutions LLC

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Whether your goal is to improve your farm income, change lease types, or buy or sell farmland, Farmland Solutions has the expertise to help you achieve your goals. Our focus is to assist absentee landowners and investors in Illinois and surrounding states needing assistance with farmland decision-making and operations. We function as a fiduciary agent for the owner. The land owners retain the right to participate in all decisions, but are freed from the day-to-day management of the farm. Our experts are Accredited Farm Managers and Illinois Licensed Real Estate Brokers. Solutions we can assist with include: • Levels of insurance needed on farm buildings • Buying and selling farmland • Renting farmland to hunters, and how to improve wildlife habitat • Improving farmland value • Participation in government farm programs Call Farmland Solutions today, or visit our website for more details!

Whether your goal is to improve your farm income, change lease types, or buy or sell farmland, Farmland Solutions has the expertise to help you achieve your goals. Our focus is to assist absentee landowners and investors in Illinois and surrounding states needing assistance with farmland decision-making and operations. We function as a fiduciary agent for the owner. The land owners retain the right to participate in all decisions, but are freed from the day-to-day management of the farm. Our experts are Accredited Farm Managers and Illinois Licensed Real Estate Brokers. Solutions we can assist with include: • Levels of insurance needed on farm buildings • Buying and selling farmland • Renting farmland to hunters, and how to improve wildlife habitat • Improving farmland value • Participation in government farm programs Call Farmland Solutions today, or visit our website for more details!


The Real Estate Group

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The Real Estate Group

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Real Estate Agent assisting buyers and sellers in Real Estate •arrange the advertising of the property •act as a first point of contact for potential buyers and answer their enquiries •advise you on current market conditions •show potential buyers around the property •advise you on the selling price and how to present your home •negotiate the sale and purchase agreement with the buyer on your behalf (sometimes done by a lawyer) •provide access to, and knowledge of, a pool of potential buyers •provide knowledge of the legal procedures involved in selling a property

Real Estate Agent assisting buyers and sellers in Real Estate •arrange the advertising of the property •act as a first point of contact for potential buyers and answer their enquiries •advise you on current market conditions •show potential buyers around the property •advise you on the selling price and how to present your home •negotiate the sale and purchase agreement with the buyer on your behalf (sometimes done by a lawyer) •provide access to, and knowledge of, a pool of potential buyers •provide knowledge of the legal procedures involved in selling a property





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Real Estate Agents questions, answered by experts

Installing a new home theater or upgrading your current one will likely add value to your home, as many prospective buyers will consider it an exciting bonus feature. However, the value of a home theater is subjective and depends on the buyer, so there’s no guarantee that it’ll increase your home sale value. Keep in mind that home theaters typically have a return on investment rate of about 65%.

Adding a deck to your home will increase its overall value. Per Remodeling magazine's 2023 Cost vs. Value Report, building a deck is a top 15 home improvement task. Installing a wooden deck has an average return on investment (ROI) of 52%, while building a composite deck offers almost 40% ROI. The amount of value a deck adds to your home depends on deck size, type, material, age, and how well you maintain it.

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.

Yes, a well-built fence can increase your home value as it improves your property’s curb appeal and also provides enhanced security. Online studies show that fences have a 50% recovery rate, meaning investing $10,000 in a new fence can potentially increase your property value by $5,000 in the end. The number may fluctuate depending on the quality, material, and design of your fence.

A shed that connects to water or electrical services is likely to be assessed for property taxes; however, tax assessments vary around the country. Since every state and local municipality differ regarding property taxes, you should contact your city to determine whether or not you’re required to pay property taxes. Some states consider sheds or detached garages taxable if they have water, sewer, and electricity installed.

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