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Sarah Whyler
5.0(
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Appraisal - Real Estate

Serving Hershey, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

Sarah Whyler is a local appraiser, born and raised in Lancaster County. Sarah provides residential appraisal services in south-central Pennsylvania. Prior to becoming licensed, Sarah worked as an administrative professional in two different appraisal offices, preparing and reviewing appraisal files.

Response time3 days
10 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by16%of homeowners
HOMETOWN GOLD BUYERS
5.0(
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Appraisal - Real Estate

Serving Hershey, 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 Hershey, 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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Compass SS, Inc.
1.0(
1
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Appraisal - Real Estate

Serving Hershey, PA and surrounding areas

In business since 2004

Compass SS, Inc., serves Pennsylvania, Delaware, and New Jersey. We help home buyers make an informed and confident purchase decision and home sellers better prepare and position their home for a successful sale. Appraisal services are a visual inspection of readily accessible areas of the home or building from foundation to roof, exterior through interior; focusing on the home�s condition in terms of safety and serviceability. We have a fully trained staff and reasonable rates.

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. 

Both conventional loans and FHA loans are types of mortgages, but they have a few key differences. Conventional loans are backed by private lenders without any government backing, and FHA loans are guaranteed by a government agency. FHA loans are designed to be easier for borrowers with low credit scores or income to qualify for.

Yes, appraisals are often used for property tax appeals, estate planning, and determining market value.

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.

Mobile homes weigh anywhere between 45 to 50 pounds per square foot. Some newer options weigh up to 70 pounds per square foot. An average single-wide mobile home weighs 45,000 pounds, and a double-wide mobile home weighs about 70,000 pounds. Triple-wide mobile homes range from 90,000 to 100,000 pounds.

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