Should I skip a home appraisal?

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

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Q: Do basement bedrooms count on an appraisal?

• <div><p>Basement bedrooms can count toward your room count and the square footage of your home on an appraisal if they&rsquo;re fully legal, which means they have proper ventilation and points of egress, as defined by your local building code. Simply partitioning off a space for a bedroom in an otherwise unfinished basement that isn&rsquo;t a legal living space won&rsquo;t affect your appraisal value.</p></div>

Q: How do I get the highest appraisal possible?

• <div><p>To get the highest appraisal value possible for your home, make any necessary repairs and updates prior to the appraisal. Some examples of tasks include updating landscaping to boost curb appeal, renovate older areas of the home, and consider staging your home. Keep in mind that some aspects of the appraisal are out of your control, such as comparable properties nearby.</p></div>

Q: How can I make sure my property gets the highest appraisal possible?

• <div><p>While parts of the appraisal are out of your control, there are some things you can do to potentially raise the home&rsquo;s value. You can make necessary repairs and upgrades before the appraiser visits&mdash;an appraiser can only value what is currently part of the home, not its potential. You can also provide the appraiser with the cost of recent upgrades. The appraiser will likely increase the value of your home by about 50% or more of what you paid for those improvements.</p></div>

Q: Does a flagpole increase property value?

• <div><p>Installing a flagpole can improve your home&rsquo;s curb appeal, so it will often have a modest positive impact on your property value. You&rsquo;ll see a much larger bump in property value if you install a custom wooden flagpole than you would if you install a standard aluminum pole. Adding lighting to your flagpole will also have a positive impact on home value, as will <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/helpful-tips-pruning-trees.htm">trimming trees</a> away from the new lawn addition.</p></div>

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Last update on November 22, 2025

Reviewed in June 2015
I had a general question regarding a possible improvement to my home. When I presented the question the person on the phone she was very honest with me and told me that she didn't have any experience with the subject I was concerned about. But gave me her general opinion. The person was very...
LEONARD APPRAISAL GROUP
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Reviewed in July 2013
I was very impressed because he was punctual and very professional. I'm very happy with them. They addressed everything that I need.
Cobblestone Appraisals, LLC
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Reviewed in October 2008
These folks were recommended to us by our lending company as a reputable firm. They lived up to their reputation, as they were extremely punctual and provided an extremely thorough home appraisal to us. Their report was several pages long and included a very detailed description of our home. The...
LAZAROWICZ & ASSOCIATES
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Reviewed in September 2013
I met with Bill and showed him around the property. He ask a few questions about the house and I answered. He then went about the place taking notes and diagrams. He was very cordial. Before he left he gave me an approximate date I would receive the appraisal. When I received it it was very...
APPRAISAL CO
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Reviewed in February 2016
Wonderful- the area we were searching had very limited options, especially when looking over the holidays. The agent, Lee Bryant, did a fantastic job in helping us find a home in a great neighborhood. Definitely recommend to others
On The Move Charlotte, Keller Williams Realty
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Reviewed in February 2014
I really like him. My experience was great. He's very professional and he did a really good job. I'm hiring him again to do two measurements for me. I think his price was reasonable for what he does.
Home Analytics
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Reviewed in October 2008
George called me on Tuesday afternoon to set up a time to appraise our house. I was headed out of town the next morning around 9. He agreed to be at my house at 8 AM the next morning (and we live a pretty good ways outside of Charlotte in Rowan county). Not only did he come out on short...
EXCEL APPRAISAL GROUP
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Reviewed in February 2003
MR. LANGSTON AND HIS SON TOGETHER THOROUGHLY REVIEWED THE PROPERTY. I WAS TOLD IT MAY TAKE ABOUT A WEEK BEFORE THEY WOULD HAVE THE PAPERWORK READY. TO MY SURPRISE, I WAS NOTIFIED 3 DAYS LATER THAT IT WAS COMPLETE. THE WORK WAS THOROUGH; THEY WERE PROFESSIONAL, COURTEOUS AND PROMPT.
LANGSTON REALTY SERVICES
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Reviewed in February 2003
THE APPRAISER WAS RIGHT ON TIME. VERY NON-INTRUSIVE. VERY DETAILED REPORT, INCLUDING PHOTOS (EVEN ON THE COMPARATIVE HOMES IN THE AREA).
Lindsley Appraisal Services
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"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

"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. "

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