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Somich & Associates, Inc.
4.6(
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Appraisal - Real Estate

Serving Clay, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 1996

Free estimates

"Peter Somich was very competent, efficient, and thorough assessor. The appraisal was completed quickly and professionally and sent via email. I highly recommend Somich and Associates."
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ATAV Appraisals
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Appraisal - Real Estate

Serving Clay, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 1988

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ATAV Appraisals is a well-respected provider of residential appraisal services in central NY, including Onondaga, Madison and Oswego counties. Our objective is to provide quality appraisals with the highest ethical standards in the shortest possible time. \nOur clients are lending institutions, government agencies, accountants, attorneys, realtors, homeowners and employment relocation companies. We are approved by HUD and the Employment Relocation Council. We are a member of the Greater Syracuse Chamber of Commerce, the Appraisal Institute and the Greater Syracuse Association of Realtors.\n\nyou may check our website at atavappraisals.com

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Jason House
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Appraisal - Real Estate

Serving Clay, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 2001

Free estimates

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We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business! Book with us online or feel free to give us a call today!

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MJM Real Estate & Appraisal Services
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Appraisal - Real Estate

Serving Clay, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 2000

Free estimates

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We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality and customer service that we provide to meet the consumers' needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety and quality, regardless of how large or small the job. Unable to do mortgage appraisals do to strict banking guidelines.

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Property Appraiser questions, answered by experts

Foundation cracks won’t always affect your appraised value. All foundations crack due to normal settlement, so hairline cracks that aren’t leaking or uneven from side to side are unlikely to have an impact on your appraisal. Structural cracks, on the other hand, often lead to a reduced appraised value, especially if the underlying problem will cause the issue to worsen over time.

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.

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.

Whether a scullery is worth it depends on how much you like to cook and entertain. If you frequently host gatherings—a scullery is likely worth the money. If you’re looking for ROI, it’s not so clear. It may not add significant value to your home, as it doesn’t increase square footage and may repurpose space that a buyer would have preferred to remain as-is (like a laundry room). 

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. 

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