Should I skip a home appraisal?

• <div><p>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. </p><p>In addition to protecting lenders from risk, appraisals also protect buyers’ investments. As such, it isn’t typically recommended for buyers to skip appraisals.</p></div>

How long does an appraisal take?

• <div><p>The entire appraisal process takes from <b>seven to 10 days</b>. This timeline accounts for the many steps of the appraisal process, including the post-inspection report completed by the appraiser.</p><p>Home appraisal services include the following tasks:</p><ul><li><p>Inspect home interior and exterior</p></li><li><p>Evaluate materials, features, fixtures, and renovations</p></li><li><p>Review comparable properties</p></li><li><p>Write an appraisal report</p></li></ul><p></p></div>

Is a scullery worth it?

• <div><p>Whether a scullery is worth it depends on how much you like to cook and entertain. If you frequently host gatherings—a scullery is likely worth the money. If you’re looking for ROI, it’s not so clear. It may not add significant value to your home, as it doesn’t increase square footage and may repurpose space that a buyer would have preferred to remain as-is (like a laundry room). </p></div>

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Q: Are appraisals required for selling a property?

• <div><p>Appraisals are not mandatory but are helpful for pricing accuracy and negotiation purposes.</p></div>

Q: What factors affect audit costs?

• <div><p>Costs depend on the property size, audit complexity, and whether additional testing (e.g., blower door) is included.</p></div>

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Rob was professional and accommodating. I had him demolish a home on my property and his price was fair and below any other quote. He did great work and I would hire him again.
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Tim is just awesome, all the way around. We live out of state and have a home in PA we are fixing up in hopes of retiring to in the future. We wanted to get a new roof on our garage (nice size, 12:12 pitch, steep). Tim had come and given us a fair quote late last year, but due to COVID, we...
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Akrivis Real Estate Valuations

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Welcome to the future of real estate valuation solutions with Akrivis. We combine innovation and evolving technology with our exclusive network of photography contractors to deliver accurate real estate valuations in less than five days. No stress, no fuss, just fast and reliable property values.

"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. "

Melissa P on October 2025

"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. "

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Real Estate Educators is headquartered in Cranberry Township, PA on the corner of Routes 19 and 228. We offer classroom-style real estate courses (Prelicense & Continuing Education courses) at a variety of satellite locations throughout southwestern Pennsylvania as well as, Zoomed classes from the comforts of your home. In addition, Real Estate Educators offers online real estate courses that provide education opportunities twenty four hours a day, seven days a week. Real Estate Educators philosophy is to offer a quality real estate education by quality instructors. If you are looking to begin a real estate career, or if you are an experienced licensee seeking to enhance your knowledge, Real Estate Educators is the school for you!

Deal Appraisal Services, LLC

199 Garretts Run Rd

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My primary business is consulting on buildings that have construction defects that allow moisture intrusion, rot, mold, etc. I also work with builders on new buildings to assist in the sequencing and selection of products to prevent moisture intrusion, promote long-term building performance, ie., concrete curing, roof flashing, window and door installation, moisture barriers, basement waterproofing, etc.

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Property Appraiser questions, answered by experts

Appraisals are not mandatory but are helpful for pricing accuracy and negotiation purposes.

Costs depend on the property size, audit complexity, and whether additional testing (e.g., blower door) is included.

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.

The entire appraisal process takes from seven to 10 days. This timeline accounts for the many steps of the appraisal process, including the post-inspection report completed by the appraiser.

Home appraisal services include the following tasks:

Inspect home interior and exterior
Evaluate materials, features, fixtures, and renovations
Review comparable properties
Write an appraisal report

Whether a scullery is worth it depends on how much you like to cook and entertain. If you frequently host gatherings—a scullery is likely worth the money. If you’re looking for ROI, it’s not so clear. It may not add significant value to your home, as it doesn’t increase square footage and may repurpose space that a buyer would have preferred to remain as-is (like a laundry room).

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The Freeport, PA homeowners’ guide to property appraisals

How Long Is an Appraisal Good For?

How to Increase Your Home Appraisal Value

FHA Appraisal Guidelines and Requirements

How Long Does an Appraisal Take?

Who Pays For the Home Appraisal?

10 Factors That Can Hurt a Home Appraisal

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Real Estate Educators

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Deal Appraisal Services, LLC

Deal Appraisal Services, LLC

MoistureTech Consulting

MoistureTech Consulting

Vital Abstract LLC

Vital Abstract LLC

The Freeport, PA homeowners’ guide to property appraisals

How Long Is an Appraisal Good For?

How to Increase Your Home Appraisal Value

FHA Appraisal Guidelines and Requirements

How Long Does an Appraisal Take?

Who Pays For the Home Appraisal?

10 Factors That Can Hurt a Home Appraisal

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