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Akrivis Real Estate Valuations
4.3(
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Appraisal - Real Estate

Serving Athens, OH and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 2018

Credit card accepted

Offers commercial services

"The process was easy, and pricing options were provided up fromt. They gave clear instructions about what they needed for the appraisal. They provided an appraisal quickly, with a nice turn around time. I would call this company again next I need an appraisal."
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Response time5 hrs
Response rate89%
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Porter Appraisals
5.0(
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Appraisal - Real Estate

Serving Athens, OH and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1999

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Porter is the premier source for professional commercial and residential real estate appraisals. Based in Marengo, our certified team specializes in high-quality asset management valuations, estate settlements, tax assessments, and prospective development analysis for property owners and investors. \n\nPlease note that our firm focuses strictly on established property and asset valuations; we do not accept assignments involving boundary, fence, or neighbor disputes, nor do we provide appraisal services for non-homeowners or renters. \n\nBy maintaining this specialized focus, we ensure efficient, top-tier service for our core investment and estate clients. Contact our office today at 419-253-1373 to discuss your valuation needs.

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Porter Appraisals
5.0(
13
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Appraisal - Real Estate

Serving Athens, OH and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1999

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Ross Porter very professional and kind. He is extremely knowledgeable and talented. His extensive experience in appraisals makes him our go-to professional for appraisals and recommendations. We highly recommend Ross."
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Response time2 days
Response rate98%
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Showcase Regional Housing LLC
5.0(
3
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Appraisal - Real Estate

Serving Athens, OH and surrounding areas

In business since 2009

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"The process started out strenuous but ended up being a breeze once I hired Showcase Regional Housing to do the all the tedious work."
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Property Appraiser questions, answered by experts

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. 

In cases where an appraisal comes in lower than an offer price, sellers might opt to lower their asking price to meet the appraisal, especially if the market is slow, and replacing the offer with a higher one may take a long time. Sellers can also offer to make repairs to boost the appraised value, hire another appraiser to get a second opinion, or just move on to another offer that isn’t contingent on the buyer getting a mortgage or an appraisal inspection.

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 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.

Both conventional loans and FHA loans are types of mortgages, but they have a few key differences. Conventional loans are backed by private lenders without any government backing, and FHA loans are guaranteed by a government agency. FHA loans are designed to be easier for borrowers with low credit scores or income to qualify for.

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