"I needed an appraisal to ensure I listed my house at the best price. Ms. Giles was professional and completed my appraisal in a timely manner. I was able to schedule, conduct and receive the results of my appraisal within the same week. The report is thorough and shows substantial evidence to support her analysis. I will recommend Candace Giles and Associates to my family and friends."
"Did what was requested in a timely manner. No hassles which is exactly what a person needs when dealing with the loss of a spouse. This was specific for an estate appraisal. Not an appraisal to buy real estate. This is for estate tax purposes which is different. Thank you."
"Ryan is an excellent agent! He was poised, honest and extremely helpful throughout both the buying and selling process. His depth of experience was an asset to us in nearly every decision-making situation that we faced. He also went above and beyond for us during an extremely challenging situation as our house went on the market the day of the COVID-19 shutdown. I don't think our experience could have gone any more smoothly."
"Cindy has been our family's real estate agent for four houses in the last 4 years. We will not use anyone else. Her detailed local knowledge of the area allows her to answer all of your questions. She is on time, organized, responsive and constructive. Cindy helps you refine the process by asking you thoughtful questions that clarify what's really important to you. She especially shines once you decide you want a particular property. We found her to be an invaluable resource when it came to pricing and finding options that create a win-win for everyone involved. Lastly, she's a smart, funny and a pleasure to be with. If you hire Cindy you will not be disappointed."
"Terrific service. Responded promptly. Very forthright, honest and down to earth. Did the appraisal, and produced a great and thorough report in just two days. I would hire them again for anything and everything I do in real estate. Can't recommend them highly enough."
"Chris is very knowledgeable and helpful. He did not complete an official appraisal but has been very helpful with the pricing and connecting me with an agent to help sell my house."
Jeffery W Aaron has a laser focused desire to provide unequaled Service. This means that you can expect the fastest turn around time in the business. With decades of experience and knowledge in the industry we take the worry out of the process. We look forward to speaking with you.I will guarantee your appraisal report will be completed within 24 hours of my inspection at your property.This is virtually unheard of in our field.
"RaSaun Murphy completed my home inspection. He provided a thorough inspection of my Condo. He provided a thorough report and I was able to fix issues that would have come about in the Buyer's inspection. He offered to come back and reinspect when the issues were fixed to provide and updated report. It wasn't necessary, my Condo sold with no Buyer's inspection, because they saw the first report. Kudo's to him. Thanks. "
Insurance companies weigh the amount of potential liabilities on your property to increase (or decrease) the cost of your home insurance. They will use several factors to decide if there are more chances for peril or injury to take place at your home. These factors include your location (whether you live in an area with high risk for natural disasters), the age and condition of your home, and whether you have any “attractive nuisances”—features that both increase the aesthetic of your home and potential for injury—like a pool or treehouse.
As long as the home inspection reveals no problems with the property’s structure, it shouldn’t be an issue buying an underpinned home. In fact, a properly underpinned property can be more stable than houses that have never had structural issues. However, you could face a higher insurance premium if the property has a history of structural problems. You should always request a structural engineer’s report before making a final decision.
Yes, home additions almost always increase a home's value and can be a good investment by enhancing both its utility and square footage. The actual return depends on several factors, including the type of addition, quality of work, and local market conditions. Key additions like extra bedrooms, bathrooms, and larger kitchens tend to offer the highest returns. For example, adding a primary suite might result in a 63% return on investment, while a sunroom may yield around a 49% return. For the best results, additions should be well-planned to integrate seamlessly with the existing structure.
Fresh baseboards can increase a home’s value because they refresh the look of your walls. This can make a good impression on buyers and potentially boost your home’s resale value. This is particularly helpful if your existing baseboards are in bad shape, which can age the look of your walls.
Consider also investing in the cost to install shoe molding for an extra-polished look that can further boost resale value.
The differences between market value and appraised value depend on the local market, so they can match, or either one can be higher than the other. In a “seller’s market,” where there is an abundance of buyers, market value will likely sit higher than the appraised value because there’s more demand for the low inventory of homes. In a “buyer’s market,” where there are more homes than there are buyers, the market value is more likely to sit below the appraised value to entice buyers.
The Adelphi, MD homeowners’ guide to real estate services
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No one is born knowing real estate terms, but learning what they mean is easy. Study this list of common terms and acronyms you’ll hear when buying and selling.
