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Faulkner Appraisal Svcs
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Appraisal - Real Estate

Serving Preston, MD and surrounding areas

In business since 1987

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RESIDENTIAL REAL ESTATE APPRAISALS ONLY FOR OVER 30 YEARS. We specialize in providing professional real estate valuation services. Appraisal reports are prepared with the precision that the industry demands and cover all major property types. All of our assignments comply with the Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice. Consequently, we do not accept assignments with contingencies such as: The amount of the value opinion predetermined or minimum values; The attainment of a stipulated result; The occurrence of a subsequent event directly related to the appraiser's opinions and specific to the assignment results; Any assignment condition that might encourage, or result in, unethical behavior on the part of the appraiser or third parties.\n\nWe currently only offer residential appraisals, we do not offer commercial appraisals. Thank you

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Property Appraiser questions, answered by experts

Both conventional loans and FHA loans are types of mortgages, but they have a few key differences. Conventional loans are backed by private lenders without any government backing, and FHA loans are guaranteed by a government agency. FHA loans are designed to be easier for borrowers with low credit scores or income to qualify for.

As a seller, it might feel tempting to skip the appraisal, especially in a hot market that sees a lot of all-cash offers. While you can technically forgo it and hope for an all-cash offer, you’ll likely have a very tough time selling without an appraisal. 

In addition to protecting lenders from risk, appraisals also protect buyers’ investments. As such, it isn’t typically recommended for buyers to skip appraisals.

Ensures accurate valuation reflecting current market conditions, assisting in financial decisions.

A koi pond may add value to your home if it’s a feature sellers are looking for. Like pools, ponds can affect your property value depending on their condition, whether they’re a popular selling point, and how well they’re incorporated into your home’s landscape.

Yes, appraisals are often used for property tax appeals, estate planning, and determining market value.

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