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Sawyer Appraisal Service
New to Angi
Appraisal - General

Serving Norfolk, VA and surrounding areas

In business since 1983

Free estimates

Sawyer Appraisl Service is a locally owned and operated company that values honesty, integrity, and treats your home as if it were our own. You will find us to be competitively priced, while still paying close attention to the details of each and every project that we are involved with. We look forward to building lasting relationships, and guarantee your satisfaction. Give us a call today to get your project started!\n\n

Legacy Builders, Inc.
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Appraisal - General

Serving Norfolk, VA and surrounding areas

In business since 1995

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

Steeped in hands-on experience Legacy Builders found its roots in flipping houses back in 1995. With a passion for real estate and a natural knack for problem solving it was a perfect fit. The company began renovating one house at a time and has grown to finishing each year with more than 20 newly renovated homes and new construction projects.\nIn 2007 we began providing services for homeowners including major renovations and new construction. Legacy Builders has expanded into investment rental properties as well as wholesale acquisitions while remaining very much involved in the real estate market. The company continues to focus on helping others and producing quality construction at an affordable price.

Antiques and Jewelry Appraisals questions, answered by experts

In most cases, you can expect home automation to boost your home value. This technology makes the homeowner’s life easier and more comfortable, and some provide increased safety and protection. Buyers will likely recognize value in security systems and utility monitors, as well as comfort-focused upgrades that save on electric bills while keeping interior rooms at the desired temperature and humidity. On average, you can expect a 50% and 75% return on investment on home automation services, and potentially even more if the automation reduces homeowner’s insurance.

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. 

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.

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

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

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