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Avatar for Partin Appraisal
Partin Appraisal
4.7(
222
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Appraisal - Real Estate

Serving Porter, TX and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1994

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"My appraiser, Robert,was extremely helpful and professional. He was able to get the appraisal done quickly and accurately and had it written up the same day."
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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North Star Realty
4.6(
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Appraisal - Real Estate

Serving Porter, TX and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1987

Customers say: Quick response

"Jimmy "Shane" was very professional, detailed and thoroughly explaned the process before, during and after the appraisal. I would highly recommend him to anyone as he really goes the extra mile to ensue complete satisfaction!"
Response time4 hrs
Recommended by52%of homeowners
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Aegis Appraisals, Inc.
4.1(
29
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Appraisal - Real Estate

Serving Porter, TX and surrounding areas

In business since 2006

Free estimates

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"The were professional, responded quickly, and provided exactly what I paid for. But they were in my home for only about 30 minutes and the report, though 20 pages long, is mostly fill-in-the form data. I find it difficult to understand how they justify the prices they charge for the effort that goes into their services. However, having said that their price was competitive; it seems all appraisers charge, what seems to me, an exorbitant amount. As such I would hire them again if I really needed an appraiser."
Floor Plan
Single-Family Residence
Response time12 hrs
Recommended by83%of homeowners
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Property Appraiser questions, answered by experts

In short, yes, a pond can add to your home’s value. However, whether it adds value will depend on the condition and aesthetic of your pond. Having this feature already built into a yard’s home can be appealing to homebuyers who value its aesthetic and would prefer not to build it themselves. But if it is not kept in good condition, it could turn buyers away.

While there's not a lot of definite research, some experts suggest that an in-ground or wall-mounted basketball hoop can add value to your home by increasing curb appeal. In addition, having a basketball hoop is an attractive feature of a house since it promotes physical activity, especially for children.

In most cases, installing a tennis court on your property will drive up your property taxes. Property taxes are determined, in part, based on improvements made to your property, which includes anything with a permanent foundation. Since most home tennis courts include a large concrete foundation, your property taxes will likely increase following the installation. A general rule of thumb is that if your project requires permits—like for a foundation or fencing for a tennis court—then your property taxes will be affected.

A koi pond may add value to your home if it’s a feature sellers are looking for. Like pools, ponds can affect your property value depending on their condition, whether they’re a popular selling point, and how well they’re incorporated into your home’s landscape.

While some aspects of an appraisal, such as comparable properties nearby, are out of your control, there are several steps you can take to potentially increase your home's value. Make any necessary repairs and upgrades before the appraiser's visit, as they can only value what is currently part of the home, not its potential. Examples include renovating older areas, updating landscaping to boost curb appeal, and staging your home. You can also provide the appraiser with the cost of recent upgrades, which may increase your home's value by about 50% or more of what you paid for those improvements.

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