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32 I called Nunes Cleaning because I wanted to treat my new buyers to a whole house cleaning for the new property they purchased. I asked if it could be done ASAP, and the answer was yes! At 8 am, the cleaner arrived, and she spent all day cleaning the kitchen, bathrooms, and much more. The...
Contacted Jerry for an appraisal in hopes to eliminate PMI from my mortgage. He quickly called me back and informed me he probably couldn't help me as I would probably have to use an appraiser assigned by the bank. I called the bank and he was right. I called him back to let him know and he...
G&J Manfra Real Estate Appraisals (ACE Appraisal)Tony and his crew take pride in their work and are diligent in keeping the property looking good.
Very thorough detailed analysis of the property. Brought much to light we did not know about the property, even though we were renters at the time.
Still River Home Inspections, Inc.Obviously I wasn't happy to read that response so I responded back stating that I would be posting his email response to my facebook page, and would contact the BBB. I also stated that I would be getting an estimate for the damage to my car and have him pay for a complete auto detail. His...
I called Joe for an estimate and he called me back promptly and we setup a time for him to come to our house. He arrived on time and ready to go over the work to be done. He spent a good amount of time walking around the house with me, going over options and answered my 300 questions in...
The Siding GuyOverall , a very positive experience. They were very professional as well as pleasant to deal with. The work was done in a very timely manner, and looks great. Conscientious, and left the property clean and neat. Would happily recommend Savoie and Savoie to others.
SAVOIE & SAVOIE INCHello, my name is Frank Guzzetti. Owner of Five Star Appraisals. I have 17 years experience in appraising residential properties throughout Middlesex and Suffolk Counties. I've appraised 700 sf, 1 bedroom single family homes in Waltham, 7000+ sf luxury estates in Weston, high end prime location condominiums in the Back Bay and your typical 2-4 family style home that is interspersed throughout Metro Boston. I have a passion for finding the little details that are often overlooked when evaluating real estate. Accuracy and quality of my appraisal reports are my number 1 goal. When you choose Five Star Appraisals, you choose Five Star Quality. Ask about our senior citizen discounts
Hello, my name is Frank Guzzetti. Owner of Five Star Appraisals. I have 17 years experience in appraising residential properties throughout Middlesex and Suffolk Counties. I've appraised 700 sf, 1 bedroom single family homes in Waltham, 7000+ sf luxury estates in Weston, high end prime location condominiums in the Back Bay and your typical 2-4 family style home that is interspersed throughout Metro Boston. I have a passion for finding the little details that are often overlooked when evaluating real estate. Accuracy and quality of my appraisal reports are my number 1 goal. When you choose Five Star Appraisals, you choose Five Star Quality. Ask about our senior citizen discounts
Appraisal Network, has been providing accurate real estate and home appraisal reports for over two decades. The finished product is tailored to the clients needs! If you're looking for a new house, you'll want to know how much it's worth before buying it. Let us help you make the biggest investment of your life! Call us today!
"Great pricing and unsurpassed communication"
Sarah H on August 2023
Appraisal Network, has been providing accurate real estate and home appraisal reports for over two decades. The finished product is tailored to the clients needs! If you're looking for a new house, you'll want to know how much it's worth before buying it. Let us help you make the biggest investment of your life! Call us today!
"Great pricing and unsurpassed communication"
Sarah H on August 2023
We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We strongly believe in giving our absolute best in all of our projects no matter how big or small. We are experts in our trade and will always keep you educated on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business! Stacie Chandler, SRA Owner
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Jon B on March 2023
We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We strongly believe in giving our absolute best in all of our projects no matter how big or small. We are experts in our trade and will always keep you educated on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business! Stacie Chandler, SRA Owner
"Experience was fine"
Jon B on March 2023
Eric Klein Appraisals is located in Newton, MA. We are an independent real estate appraisal and consulting firm. We offer a full range of both residential and commercial real estate appraisal services. Whether it is a residential appraisal for a estate planning purposes, or a commercial appraisal for a tax abatement, we have the experience and knowledge to deliver a fast, accurate and thorough valuation. In addition to being a fully licensed appraiser, I am also Realtor and Licensed Massachusetts Broker.
"Eric was very knowledgeable, helpful, professional and friendly.. Willing to answer any and all questions.. I enjoy working with him! Highly recommend! 👍"
Kenneth S on August 2025
Eric Klein Appraisals is located in Newton, MA. We are an independent real estate appraisal and consulting firm. We offer a full range of both residential and commercial real estate appraisal services. Whether it is a residential appraisal for a estate planning purposes, or a commercial appraisal for a tax abatement, we have the experience and knowledge to deliver a fast, accurate and thorough valuation. In addition to being a fully licensed appraiser, I am also Realtor and Licensed Massachusetts Broker.
"Eric was very knowledgeable, helpful, professional and friendly.. Willing to answer any and all questions.. I enjoy working with him! Highly recommend! 👍"
Kenneth S on August 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
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
Reliable and expedient real estate appraisal firm with 30 years experience handling all of Massachusetts. We offer a 3 day turnaround at competitive fees. Please allow us to bid and complete your next report. James Swift
Reliable and expedient real estate appraisal firm with 30 years experience handling all of Massachusetts. We offer a 3 day turnaround at competitive fees. Please allow us to bid and complete your next report. James Swift
I am a Certified General Real Estate Appraiser in Massachusetts and Rhode Island. Over my career, I have worked on over 100+ appraisals on everything from single-family dwellings and individual condominium units to high-rise office buildings and industrial warehouses. I have completed appraisals for divorces, litigation, estate settlement, eminent domain, prospective sales, new constructions, and bank financing and refinancing. I am fully insured and equipped with the most reliable property databases and software.
I am a Certified General Real Estate Appraiser in Massachusetts and Rhode Island. Over my career, I have worked on over 100+ appraisals on everything from single-family dwellings and individual condominium units to high-rise office buildings and industrial warehouses. I have completed appraisals for divorces, litigation, estate settlement, eminent domain, prospective sales, new constructions, and bank financing and refinancing. I am fully insured and equipped with the most reliable property databases and software.
Our Expertise and Dedication Set Us Apart from the Rest. We Are Team of Four Agents and Growing Quickly with Services Available in the Boston Area as Well as Southern New Hampshire. We Help Buyers, Sellers, Homeowners, and Investors. We Offer Aggressive Real Estate Marketing Campaigns, Professional Photography, Drone Shots, 3d Virtual Tours, Videos, and Floor Plans. Commercial & Residential Real Estate Sales & Rentals New Construction Homes Commercial Space Investment Properties and More. We Specialize in Helping New and Old Investors Grow Their Real Estate Portfolios by Helping Analyze Deals and Preparing Construction Budgets. We Can Provide Clients with Analytical Data Including Cap Rates, Debt Service, Cash on Cash, Roi, and More.
Our Expertise and Dedication Set Us Apart from the Rest. We Are Team of Four Agents and Growing Quickly with Services Available in the Boston Area as Well as Southern New Hampshire. We Help Buyers, Sellers, Homeowners, and Investors. We Offer Aggressive Real Estate Marketing Campaigns, Professional Photography, Drone Shots, 3d Virtual Tours, Videos, and Floor Plans. Commercial & Residential Real Estate Sales & Rentals New Construction Homes Commercial Space Investment Properties and More. We Specialize in Helping New and Old Investors Grow Their Real Estate Portfolios by Helping Analyze Deals and Preparing Construction Budgets. We Can Provide Clients with Analytical Data Including Cap Rates, Debt Service, Cash on Cash, Roi, and More.
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"They were fast, efficient, and thorough. They revealed some crucial information that will be instrumental in future home projects."
Mary K on October 2024
Land Surveying Services Certified Plot Plans Boundary Surveys Residential Commercial ALTA-Site Surveys Real Estate Marketing Drone & 3D Capture GIS Digital Mapping
"They were fast, efficient, and thorough. They revealed some crucial information that will be instrumental in future home projects."
Mary K on October 2024
I love the area I live in and want to serve it well! Finding a home is the most exciting and stressful thing in the world and I thrive on being a part of the process for people I typically become lifelong friends with! Hoping to hear from my neighbors soon!
I love the area I live in and want to serve it well! Finding a home is the most exciting and stressful thing in the world and I thrive on being a part of the process for people I typically become lifelong friends with! Hoping to hear from my neighbors soon!
An appraisal is an opinion of value, so anything that is expected to boost your home value is likely to work in your favor when it comes to the appraisal. Things like improving your curb appeal, painting, refinishing floors, and taking care of minor repairs are all good investments prior to ordering an appraisal. It’s also a good idea to clear out any clutter and complete a deep clean beforehand to show your property in the best light possible.
Appraisals aren’t required by law to complete a real estate transaction, but it’s unlikely that a lender will allow a buyer to close on a property without an appraisal, so, effectively, they are usually required. Your mortgage lender uses the property as collateral for your loan, and the appraisal is what the lender will base the mortgage on to confirm the value is there to justify their investment.
The average cost of a property appraisal is around $355, but different appraisers in your area could charge anywhere from $250 to $500. Appraisals for larger properties will often cost more, as will valuations for older properties. Appraisers will use homes in the surrounding area to help determine a valuation as well, so if your home doesn’t conform to the neighborhood standards, the valuation will require more work and will likely cost more.
A licensed appraiser is the only individual that can carry out a property appraisal. You should always check to ensure an appraiser you’re considering has the proper licensing from your state. Additionally, since an appraisal is meant to be an unbiased opinion of a property’s value, you should confirm that the appraiser doesn’t have ties to any other party in the sale of the property.
Anyone can hire a property appraiser to confirm the inherent value of a property, but the buyer or buyer’s lender will usually choose the appraiser and pay the individual for their opinion. It’s also not uncommon for the seller’s side in a real estate transaction to hire an appraiser in order to justify an asking price or negotiate a higher selling price.
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