Should I skip a home appraisal?

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

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Q: Does a smart home increase property value?

• <div><p>A comprehensive smart home system can be really attractive to buyers and increase the value of your property. Components such as a smart security system, smart lawn and garden systems, and smart appliances can all drive up the value of your property.</p></div>

Q: How do I prepare for an appraisal?

• <div><p>Ensure the property is clean, provide access to all areas, and supply relevant documents, such as recent upgrades or tax records.</p></div>

Q: How can I find a trustworthy appraiser?

• <div><p>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.</p><p>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.</p></div>

Q: Do sellers usually lower their asking price after the appraisal?

• <div><p>In cases where an appraisal comes in lower than an offer price, sellers might opt to lower their asking price to meet the appraisal, especially if the market is slow, and replacing the offer with a higher one may take a long time. Sellers can also offer to make repairs to boost the appraised value, <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-find-home-appraiser.htm">hire another appraiser</a> to get a second opinion, or just move on to another offer that isn&rsquo;t contingent on the buyer getting a mortgage or an appraisal inspection.</p></div>

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Reviewed in July 2025
He was very thorough and cleared spider webs while treating the property! 5/5 great service
Bulwark Exterminating, LLC
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Reviewed in August 2024
He did a very prompt and very thorough job, of removing an approximately 5 foot tall, 2 foot thick, old oak tree stump. Completely removing and beautifully cleaning up. I have regained the whole corner of my property . At a great price.
Treevis Stump Grinding
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Reviewed in February 2024
Removed huge heavy tree from property using excavator. Fairly priced. Made quick work of project. Highly recommend.
Grade A Excavation LLC
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Reviewed in January 2024
Very professional. Cleaned up area after work was done. Friendly, timely and reasonable charges. Did the job as we asked for and gave quality recommendations. Nice snd respectful to us and our property. Highly recommend!
M and K Land Management, LLC
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Reviewed in December 2023
We had our roof replaced in November by JC Custom Services LLC. We were impressed with the professional manner in which it was handled. Justin communicated well and was very helpful and knowledgeable about what we needed. His crew was friendly, hard working, and very respectful of our...
JC Custom Services LLC
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Reviewed in May 2020
James and his crew were referred by my home warranty company when we had a stoppage issue, and after trying to auger it became apparent that the main drain line had collapsed. My wife is a gardening enthusiast and the route from the existing drain to the sewer main would have destroyed a large...
A+ Heating, Cooling & Plumbing
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Reviewed in December 2018
It could not have gone better, Mike was excellent with my dog and continued to work with us until we achieved a positive result. Amondo who installed the fence did a great job. He had to hand-dig several areas on our property due to the rocks and large tree roots. I once had to call for help on...
Pet DeFence Hidden Dog Fences of Kansas City
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Reviewed in November 2016
It went great. John is very knowledgeable and thorough. We also paid for the appraisal of this same rug so we will be anxiously awaiting for this to come in. We will definitely use KCrugcleaner in the future, the cost was very reasonable.
KCRugCLeaner and Restoration
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Reviewed in June 2013
Geremiah was Very unprofessional and aggressive. He came out to give estimate but did not get on the roof where the leak was nor did he measure any part of my roof. Demanded payment for coming out to my property to give "estimate" that I never received. He Kept harassing me to use his business...
Good Roofing Company, LLC
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Reviewed in January 2011
We didn't end up purchasing the property so we didn't use them. We thought that they would do a good job.
Glenn Marsee & Son Foundation Repair Inc
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For company information, please check our website @ www.marketingconsult.com. John Harris, President of Marketing & Consultant Services, Inc., has over 30 years of counseling experience. HIs offices are located at 2014 W. 13th St. North, Wichita, Kansas 67203. He has owns several successful businesses and holds a Master of Business Administration Degree. He has operated both nationally and internationally in appraisal and brokerage and currently teaches appraisal technique in business and machinery for several national firms. He is a member of Certified Business Counselors, the Institute of Business Appraisers and the American Society of Appraisers.

Property Appraiser questions, answered by experts

A comprehensive smart home system can be really attractive to buyers and increase the value of your property. Components such as a smart security system, smart lawn and garden systems, and smart appliances can all drive up the value of your property.

Ensure the property is clean, provide access to all areas, and supply relevant documents, such as recent upgrades or tax records.

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.

In cases where an appraisal comes in lower than an offer price, sellers might opt to lower their asking price to meet the appraisal, especially if the market is slow, and replacing the offer with a higher one may take a long time. Sellers can also offer to make repairs to boost the appraised value, hire another appraiser to get a second opinion, or just move on to another offer that isn’t contingent on the buyer getting a mortgage or an appraisal inspection.

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.

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