"Very positive experience working with Cullen Real Estate and Appraisal. They were able to accommodate my schedule for the property inspection and communicated frequently. Tom, the lead appraiser, was knowledgeable, friendly, prompt, and able to answer all of my questions. The best part is that we received a complete, well-researched report within just a couple of business days...super fast turnaround! I would certainly recommend Cullen to anyone looking for a truly professional company to appraise their property."
"When I contacted the Massachusetts Board of Real Estate Appraisers (MBREA) for their recommendations, two of the instructors on the board provided me with a list of six appraisers in my area and Rusty Harris was at the top of their recommendation list. The appraisal report that I received was both detailed and accurately describes the property. He provided additional details in the addendum of the report for substantiation. In addition, Rusty Harris extensive qualifications are listed in the report which adds further credibility. I found Rusty Harris to be professional and easy to work with, and the cost of the service to be competitive with other appraisals. Given the opportunity, I would likely use Harris Appraisal Services in the future."
"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."
"Eric performed an historical and present-day appraisal on my property. He was friendly and efficient. I had the results in a couple weeks (I told him I wasn't in a rush). There was a minor issue where a couple of photos didn't display correctly in the PDF, but Eric addressed this quickly and the finished reports look great."
"My wife and needed an appraiser for our home and we reached out Crowley?s Appraisal group and we were contacted quickly.
Right away we were impressed with Joe?s professionalism and commitment
He took the time to go over what he was going to, what he would be looking for
And at times pointed items were we could make improvements
My wife loved this part especially as she hoped I would follow through with his suggestions
The best part was the way he interacted with us and made us feel comfortable throughout the process
He was very knowledgeable and clearly enjoyed his work
We were very happy and please with his work and wouldn?t hesitate to recommend him if someone is looking for an appraisal
Great experience"
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"I called A.C. Klein Appraisal Associates, Inc. in the morning, met with him at the property to be appraised in the afternoon and got the appraisal by email that evening. It doesn't get any better than that!"
"We live in a small townhouse complex in Wellesley. Wendy has been our property manager for 10+ years. SGH handles our finances...issuing reports, collecting HOA fees, special assessments, etc. and refers us to their list of vetted contractors/professionals as needed. Wendy and her team are very responsive. SGH Property management exceeds our expectations!!"
Appraisals can come in above or below the list price or offer price for a property, and where it falls depends on many factors. Those include the condition of the property, the location, and the age of the home, but often, the condition of the market is the biggest determining factor. Where demand is high for properties, buyers compete with each other for homes, which tends to drive up offer prices above where appraisals come in. Where demand is low, you’ll often see the opposite happening.
While a finished basement adds value to your home, it is assigned a different value than space on the main floors. An appraiser will assess the square footage of a finished basement at about 50% to 60% of the value of the square footage for the rest of your home. Appraisal value for a finished basement depends on your location’s real estate market and the specifics of the basement and how it was finished.
Yes, awnings can add value to a home, primarily by boosting its curb appeal and providing more usable outdoor space. While the exact monetary return on investment depends on the awning's size, style, and quality, they offer an excellent appeal factor to potential buyers. For example, an awning with a trendy metal roof can be particularly attractive. Even if the direct increase in resale value is modest, a well-chosen awning enhances the home's functionality and aesthetic.
Whether or not new windows increase property taxes depends on where you live and by how much your upgrade increases your home’s value. Smaller projects likely won’t result in increased property taxes, but it’s always a good idea to err on the side of caution and check. Contact your local county appraisal department for the most accurate information about property taxes in your area.
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.
The Somerville, MA homeowners’ guide to property appraisals
From average costs to expert advice, get all the answers you need to get your job done.
Home appraisals are an important part of buying or selling a home and getting a mortgage loan. Learn more about home appraisal costs and what they include.
FHA loans are backed by the government and come with specific FHA appraisal guidelines and requirements. Learn what an FHA appraisal entails in this guide.
