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MI Appraisal Service
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Serving Harrison, MI and surrounding areas

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In business since 2010

Customers say: True professional

"Rich was very timely and a joy to work with. Very professional with a very detailed 26 page appraisal needed for a property transfer. I would hire him again."
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Two Lakes Appraisal, LLC
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Serving Harrison, MI and surrounding areas

In business since 2004

Two Lakes Appraisal has been providing quality appraisal services in Northern Central Michigan since 2004. We service many types of appraisal needs including all types of Residential Appraisals including condos, vacant land and 2-4 family residences. We specialize in fair market valuations for Estate and Divorce properties, as well as for Tax Tribunals, in addition to the standard loan servicing services we provide: purchases, refinances, pre-foreclosures, foreclosures, etc. As a company, we offer you services that are of the highest standard and at extremely competitive rates. In these changing times, you need a reliable appraisal company you can trust.\n\nWe provide appraisal services to the following counties: Roscommon, Crawford, Clare, Gladwin and Otsego.

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American Appraisal Service
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Serving Harrison, MI and surrounding areas

In business since 1994

American Appraisal Services office is completely computerized, from the moment they take your order until you receive a detailed appraisal report. At any point in the appraisal process they can give you an up to date status report on each assignment. American Appraisal Service prides their team on delivering, efficient, personalized quality service. It their policy to turn all Appraisal assignments around within 10 business days. The office notifies each client of any delay that might prevent them from meeting a deadline. If you so desire we will fax you or email appraisal reports. If and when you have special needs the team will do their best to accommodate. \n\nYou can be assured that each appraisal assignment will be carried out in a thorough, professional manner. American Appraisal Service is ready to serve all your appraisal needs. \n

Property Appraiser questions, answered by experts

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. 

You can be present during a home appraisal, but it’s best to stay out of the appraiser’s way. Make yourself available, but don’t engage or interrupt, and don’t discuss value or your target sales price. If possible, have your agent present in the house instead of being present yourself.

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 average cost for a home or property appraisal is about $355, with prices typically ranging from $250 to $500. The final cost is influenced by several factors, including the property's size, age, location, and how it compares to other homes in the area. Appraisals for larger, older, or non-conforming properties often cost more. While a single-family home appraisal usually costs between $300 and $400, appraising a multi-family home can range from $500 to $1,000 due to its increased size and complexity.

While some aspects of an appraisal, such as comparable properties nearby, are out of your control, there are several steps you can take to potentially increase your home's value. Make any necessary repairs and upgrades before the appraiser's visit, as they can only value what is currently part of the home, not its potential. Examples include renovating older areas, updating landscaping to boost curb appeal, and staging your home. You can also provide the appraiser with the cost of recent upgrades, which may increase your home's value by about 50% or more of what you paid for those improvements.

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