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45 years of experience

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.

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

While there's not a lot of definite research, some experts suggest that an in-ground or wall-mounted basketball hoop can add value to your home by increasing curb appeal. In addition, having a basketball hoop is an attractive feature of a house since it promotes physical activity, especially for children.

In short, yes, a pond can add to your home’s value. However, whether it adds value will depend on the condition and aesthetic of your pond. Having this feature already built into a yard’s home can be appealing to homebuyers who value its aesthetic and would prefer not to build it themselves. But if it is not kept in good condition, it could turn buyers away.

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.

The condition and appearance of your yard can affect your home appraisal value. A well-maintained, attractive yard with curb appeal adds to a property’s value, while an overgrown, messy, poorly maintained yard can hurt your home’s appraisal. Even small cosmetic improvements to your yard, like adding mulch, trimming trees, and cleaning out plant beds, can help your appraisal value.

In most cases, installing a tennis court on your property will drive up your property taxes. Property taxes are determined, in part, based on improvements made to your property, which includes anything with a permanent foundation. Since most home tennis courts include a large concrete foundation, your property taxes will likely increase following the installation. A general rule of thumb is that if your project requires permits—like for a foundation or fencing for a tennis court—then your property taxes will be affected.

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