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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 questions, answered by experts

Yes, built-in bookshelves can be worth the investment and can add value to your home, especially when constructed from high-quality, timeless materials like luxury hardwood. They offer a practical and stylish storage solution that utilizes wall space effectively. While they cost more than store-bought units, the custom fit and potential to increase your property's resale value make them a desirable feature for many buyers, particularly for homeowners with large book collections. For the best return on investment, consider having them professionally built.

Depending on the size of the home, the appraisal itself can take several hours. After the appraiser’s visit is complete, it can take between a few days and a few weeks to get the report back. This timeline is largely dependent on the appraiser’s workload, research requirements, efficiency, and other factors.

The cost to appraise a home depends on the type. Common types include:

  • Single-family homes: $300–$400

  • FHA or VA single-family homes: $400–$500

  • Condominium: $300–$500

  • Multi-family home: $500–$1,000

  • Apartment building: $1,500–$3,000

  • Commercial properties: $1,400–$10,000

  • Raw land: $1,000–$8,000

While there’s technically no limit to the dollar amount you can borrow for a home addition, the standard limit is around 80% of the value the addition is expected to add to your home. That means you could feasibly borrow up to $80,000 if an appraiser determines that the addition or bump out will add $100,000 in value to your property. You might also be limited by your debt-to-income ratio or credit score.

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.

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