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HOMETOWN GOLD BUYERS
5.0(
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Appraisal - Real Estate

Serving Effort, 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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Central Lending Svc Inc dba Credit Central
4.8(
72
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Appraisal - Real Estate

Serving Effort, PA and surrounding areas

In business since 2003

Emergency services offered

"I knew it was going to be challenging to find an investor that would lend me money for this real estate venture.  I have lived 20 years in a four unit historic condominium building in downtown Jersey City and I wanted to buy the unit above me as an investment property.  But with Fanny Mae and Freddy Mac rules, they would not give me a loan because I would own half the building and this would give me too much control over condo association decisions.  I checked with Angie's List where Central Lending was well recommended and spoke with Mark, the president of Central Lending, about my situation and that I needed an unconventional loan outside of Fanny Mae and Freddy Mac oversights.  After many disappointments and on the very last day of my contract with the seller, Mark found a lender.  And on the very last day of the window to the loan, it closed.  I cannot thank Mark and his assistant Judy enough for their patience and steadfast of seeing this through.  I cannot tell you the emotional roller-coaster ride I went through during the 4 1/2 month duration.  There were many moments that I wanted to give up but Mark reassured me that the sale would happen.  Without Mark's personal intervention with the lender and title company, this deal would not have closed.   You can be sure that when I am in the market to buy unit #3, I will not hesitate to contact Central Lending.  Thank you so much."
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East PA Appraisals
5.0(
1
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Appraisal - Real Estate

Serving Effort, PA and surrounding areas

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Diane and her staff were professional and polite. Response to initial contact as well as service and follow up was quick. Report was thorough and accurate based on my own research ahead of time. I would recommend East PA Appraisals for similar service."
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Response time5 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Alick Smith General Contractor Inc
4.1(
82
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Appraisal - Real Estate

Serving Effort, PA and surrounding areas

In business since 1980

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"He's a very nice person but he's too high on price. I had about 6 or 7 roofers, they gave me a price and I took one of the lower ones because they had an excellent reputation. He told me the roof had to be repaired and for the amount of money I paid which I don't recall, I thought it was worthwhile service. For the price, he was one of the highest ones that I received."
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Property Appraiser questions, answered by experts

Yes, installing a tennis court can be a worthwhile home improvement project that adds value to your property. The potential increase in value can range from $20,000 to $150,000, and in some cases, the return on investment can cover more than 60% of the installation cost. However, the impact on value heavily depends on the size of your property. For homes with multiple acres, a tennis court is often a valuable amenity. In contrast, for homes on smaller lots, installing a court can decrease the property's value because it consumes a significant portion of the usable yard space. It's crucial to consider your property size and the remaining usable yard before proceeding.

Appraisals can come in above or below the list price or offer price for a property, and where it falls depends on many factors. Those include the condition of the property, the location, and the age of the home, but often, the condition of the market is the biggest determining factor. Where demand is high for properties, buyers compete with each other for homes, which tends to drive up offer prices above where appraisals come in. Where demand is low, you’ll often see the opposite happening.

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

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.

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.

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