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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 questions, answered by experts

Yes, siding orientation can affect a home’s resale value, but in what way and by how much really depends on the prospective buyer. For instance, some buyers prefer the more modern appearance that vertical siding offers, so having it can increase your home’s value in their eyes. However, other buyers prefer the classic, more common appearance of horizontal siding, so having vertical siding can decrease your home’s value in their eyes. 

Yes, landscaping costs are generally a worthwhile investment that can increase your property value. Landscaping can boost your home's value by up to 30% by improving its curb appeal, which can help it sell faster and for a higher price. Specific projects have a high return on investment (ROI); for example, revamping a front walkway can offer a 100% ROI, while a pristine, well-manicured lawn can deliver an impressive 217% ROI. In addition to the financial returns, you also get to enjoy the improvements, especially with features like an outdoor living area.

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.

Xeriscaping can absolutely increase your home value, but the return on investment (ROI) depends on where you live and how prevalent xeriscaping is in your area. In drought-prone climates, xeriscaping can boost your curb appeal and make your home more appealing to buyers due to the reduced maintenance and watering costs. However, in areas where xeriscaping isn’t the norm, some buyers may be willing to pay less for a xeriscaped property if they don’t like the appearance.

Appraisals typically take 2-3 hours on-site, with reports delivered in 2-5 business days.

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