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Akrivis Real Estate Valuations
4.3(
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Appraisal - Real Estate

Serving Dover, PA and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 2018

Credit card accepted

Offers commercial services

"Hired to do valuation of a manufactured home - not on land. Gave appraisal comparison properties included land. therefore not an accurate valuation. Thought salesperson understood nuance."
Restaurant
Response time5 hrs
Response rate89%
1303 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Bigham, WM. A. Inc.
3.2(
5
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Appraisal - Real Estate

Serving Dover, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1955

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Wm. A. Bigham, Inc., specializes in residential and commercial real estate valuations. Our company has served southern Pennsylvania and Northern Maryland, for over 60 years. With that experience, we are confident in our ability to exceed your expectations, always paying close attention to the specific needs of each individual or company with whom we work. We specialize in appraisals for purchases, pre-listing, estate, tax assessment, divorce, construction defects, and other litigation. We look forward to speaking with you directly and providing the expertise you need with regard to your property.

Response time2 days
32 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
HOMETOWN GOLD BUYERS
5.0(
6
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Appraisal - Real Estate

Serving Dover, PA and surrounding areas

In business since 2008

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

We are expert buyers of all kinds of Estate items. Years and years of time spent buying all kinds of Collectibles, Precious Metals including Fine and Costume Jewelry, All Coins, Case Knives and Zippo Lighters. We buy one piece or full collections. We will share our knowledge with you and pay you fair prices for your items. WE PAY CASH! Call us for a free evaluation, we travel and will come to you if necessary. We are Angie's List Certified and have passed all their background and business checks. Contact us with confidence!

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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BP Appraisal Services
5.0(
2
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Appraisal - Real Estate

Serving Dover, PA and surrounding areas

In business since 2004

Free estimates

With over 15 years of experience helping both homeowners and lenders, I can help with any appraisal services you may require. Whether it is insurance, property tax, estate planning, or real estate, I make it as easy as possible for the homeowner. For a knowledgeable, quick and easy service done right the first time, please call today.

Response time5 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Property Appraiser questions, answered by experts

While a finished basement adds value to your home, it is assigned a different value than space on the main floors. An appraiser will assess the square footage of a finished basement at about 50% to 60% of the value of the square footage for the rest of your home. Appraisal value for a finished basement depends on your location’s real estate market and the specifics of the basement and how it was finished. 

The purpose of the home appraisal determines which party pays for it. You’re generally responsible for the cost if you need to know the current value of your home to refinance your mortgage, though in some instances the lender will pay for it. The buyer pays for the appraisal when they are applying for their mortgage.

Yes, awnings can add value to a home, primarily by boosting its curb appeal and providing more usable outdoor space. While the exact monetary return on investment depends on the awning's size, style, and quality, they offer an excellent appeal factor to potential buyers. For example, an awning with a trendy metal roof can be particularly attractive. Even if the direct increase in resale value is modest, a well-chosen awning enhances the home's functionality and aesthetic.

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.

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.

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