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Q: What is the difference between a land survey and a plat?

• <div><p>A land survey includes the layout of a single property, including precise measurements and to-scale drawings of boundary lines, land improvements, and sometimes other features, like topography and drainage information. A plat map includes the layouts and boundary lines of several adjacent plots and basic structure measurements. Surveys are normally more valuable for homeowners and buyers, and plat maps are for governmental use.</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: Can the architect of my house help me determine when it was built?

• <div><p>Consulting the <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-much-does-architect-cost.htm">architect</a> of your house is not the best way to determine when it was built. Many homes are built by developers or builders, so there may not be a specific architect to track down&mdash;especially if you have a very old house. Instead, it&rsquo;s best to rely on local government records. </p></div>

Q: Does a tile roof increase home value?

• <div><p>Yes, a tile roof will increase the value of your home more than an asphalt shingle roof. Not only do tile roofs look nicer and add more to your curb appeal, but buyers will understand that roof tiles last longer than most other materials, so they can expect minimal maintenance and a long roof lifespan after closing, which often means they&rsquo;ll be willing to pay more for a home with this roof option.</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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Reviewed in August 2023
Joshua , owner/ contractor of River-Rite Custom Cabinets, was knowledgeable, professional dependable and reasonably priced . A real pleasure to work with!! He took the time out to explain the process and answer all of our questions, (and believe me I had many!) He went above and beyond to make...
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Reviewed in August 2021
If you are tired of acting as the bank after selling your Real Estate and owner-financing the loan with a promissory note, we can offer a sound and painless exit strategy today. We can fund the purchase in as little as 15 business days. We at Cash Note USA buy Real Estate Promissory Notes...
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Reviewed in July 2021
Gave a quote, showed up when they said, did great work. This was a pier and beam problem that had to be fixed before real damage was done. This is the only pier and beam repair company I'll ever deal with again. They are great!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
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Reviewed in May 2014
Not counting this one, I've bought 5 homes or condos over the years. I've never had a real estate agent do so much at his own expense to please both the buyer (me) and the seller. He corrected several "issues" that were noted on the home inspection on his own and out of his own pocket. He didn't...
TONEY JOHNSON REAL ESTATE
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Reviewed in December 2012
This service was outstanding. Not only did Mike alert me to important issues to consider during my first time buying a home, but he went over his very thorough, documented report with me over several hours. He was very knowledgeable about infrastructure issues, such as electrical wiring,...
Home Sweet Home Inspection Service
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Reviewed in August 2012
Every time the wind would blow or we would get a little rain, the satellite would go out. They tell you that your price is going to be one thing and it ends up being a big balloon. They don't have good quality T.V. The technicians that come out are real good.
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Reviewed in March 2012
I liked everything about them. He does house remodeling and does real good work. The price is kind of high. He is not sure about how much he charges, but he does really good work. They are the best. They clean up their mess everyday. They are not the cheap guys in town.
J's Contracting
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Reviewed in December 2001
OVERALL THEY DID A REAL GOOD JOB, JUST A FEW THINGS I DIDNT LIKE
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Martin Presence Realty & Property Management

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Brian Bendily - REALTOR

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