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Martie Dewbre Appraisal, LLC.
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Appraisal - Real Estate

Serving Carlsbad, NM and surrounding areas

In business since 2007

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Martie Dewbre Appraisal, LLC, specialize in providing professional real estate valuation services. Appraisal reports are prepared with the precision that the industry demands. All of our assignments comply with the Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice. We appraise all types of residential properties: single family, acreages, condominiums, 2-4 family investment properties, vacant lots and high-end lakefront dwellings. Owner, Martie Dewbre, has over 15 years of real estate appraisal experience (11 years as a real estate appraiser & 4 years as a real estate broker) serving the Roosevelt County area and beyond! Martie Dewbre Appraisal, LLC, has built her business on integrity, honesty, paying close attention to the details and accuracy! Call us today for your free estimate!

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Real Estate Agents FAQs, answered by experts

Having a garage can increase the value of your home considerably, even if the garage isn't considered living space. Many people own cars and want a secure place to park their vehicles when they are home. 

If you decide to finish your garage and convert it into living space, you may affect your home's value. The livable space may increase your home's square footage, which can help its value. But, giving up the garage space may also negatively affect the sale price of your home.

Yes, gas fireplaces can increase your home's value by as much as 12%. They are a sought-after feature because they burn cleaner, provide more warmth, and are more convenient than wood-burning fireplaces. Modern gas inserts can also provide the traditional aesthetic appeal that buyers like. To ensure the highest return on investment, perform regular maintenance and schedule annual professional inspections.

A fireplace can increase a home's value by as much as 12%, with some reports indicating that homes with fireplaces list for around 13% more than the median sale price. Fireplaces are both functional and aesthetically pleasing, adding a charm that many homebuyers find desirable. The actual return on investment depends on the fireplace's size, type, and material.

However, a fireplace can detract from a property's value if it is unusable, not up to code, or in need of immediate repairs. The type of fireplace also matters; custom electric fireplaces and inserts can add value, while freestanding units that can be removed have less impact.

Ideally, you’d never pay more than the appraised value for a home, but there are some instances where it makes sense to do so. For example, if your current living arrangements are no longer viable and you need a place to move into quickly, paying more than the appraised value might be in your best interest to secure a new home. Additionally, if you’re buying in a hot market, overpaying for the home might be necessary to overcome the competition.

If installing board and batten fixes an issue with the home, it could increase the value, but it isn’t commonly installed for that purpose. Board and batten is an aesthetic choice and, like most aesthetic choices, will do little to raise your home’s value. That being said, certain design elements can help attract more buyers, even if your home’s price won’t see a noticeable bump. 

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