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A.M.R. Appraisals, Inc.
New to Angi
Appraisal - General

Serving Mentor, OH and surrounding areas

In business since 1985

Andy Socha, SCA has been in the Ohio area for over twenty five years. Senior Certified Appraiser & FHA Approved. Good Quality Results - Accurate, Professional. Reliable Valua- tions,Thorough Inspections,Defensible Opinions. Andy Socha is currently offering his appraisal services in Cuyahoga, Summit, Geauga, Lake, Lorain, Medina and Portage Counties. He is a dependable and affordable appraiser. Also Fore- closure & REO Experience. Divorce, Estates, Insurance Damage Settlements Experience. Confident that his hard work, dedication and honesty in the business are the most important reason that people have awarded him the opportunity to service them.

Antiques and Jewelry Appraisals FAQs, answered by experts

Land doesn’t depreciate in the same way that a house, vehicle, or other property does, but it can lose value based on various factors. Environmental changes, nearby development, zoning changes, and economic downturns can all cause land to lose value over time. Value is a comparative figure, so as other related factors change, so can land’s value.

Some appraisers hold a Member of the Appraisal Institute designation. This accolade is the highest credential property appraisers can earn. An MAI appraisal is typically used for commercial properties.

While your lender will likely recommend an appraiser, you can also hire a professional home appraiser on your own. Choose someone who is experienced in your type of residential property, and ensure they hold all of the necessary credentials that your state or region requires.

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. 

Yes, the age of your home can impact its value. However, age is just one of many factors that will have an effect. An older home may be perceived as needing more work and maintenance, but if you’ve kept up with repairs or done any renovations, this will increase its value. Buyers will also consider the size of the house, location, and how nearby homes are priced. Lastly, value also depends on whether it’s a buyer or seller’s market.

While there's not a lot of definite research, some experts suggest that an in-ground or wall-mounted basketball hoop can add value to your home by increasing curb appeal. In addition, having a basketball hoop is an attractive feature of a house since it promotes physical activity, especially for children.

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