"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."
"I needed a qualified appraiser for a private real estate transaction involving a property in a remote area of the Western Washington Peninsula. ABJ Appraisals responded promptly, offered competitive pricing, made scheduling simple, and conducted the on-site appraisal professionally and efficiently. The final appraisal report was thorough, accurate, and well documented. I would not hesitate to recommend ABJ Appraisals to anyone in need of professional residential appraisal services."
"Marketplace Homes has managed two residential rental properties for me, and everything has always been very easy. They coordinate showings, negotiated rent with tenants, and hired contractors as needed at each property. I would use them for any rental property I have in the future!"
"Jeff is very friendly, professional, and most importantly, thorough! I am a good judge of character and I can confidentially say, Jeff is honest and cares about his work and clients.
He did his best to accommodate my schedule and last minute requests. I wouldn't hesitate to highly recommend this company for your appraisal needs. He will earn your business."
"Excellent! The fast response from my property managers at Brink Property are so wonderful to work with. They respond immediately and with care and I haven't received that type of service in years from MacPherson Property Management. I would recommend Kay Bishop and Dylan Foggitt at Brink Property Management to anyone who wants excellent property management care."
MK Appraisals & Home Inspections is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customer's interests and make their concerns the basis of our business. Please give us a call today!
Michelle Mundee is both a Real Estate Broker and a Real Estate Appraiser and can help you with any of your real estate question or service you need. We look forward to earning your business! Book with us online or feel free to give us a call today!
We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business! Please keep in mind..... you can't order your own appraisal for a refinance or a purchase transaction. This is ordered through a third party by your lender. I am not a commercial property appraiser... if you are looking for a commercial property appraiser search for General Certified Appraiser in your area. I have 18 years experience appraising property in Western Washington. My coverage area consists of Kitsap, Clallam, Jeffereson, Mason, Grays Harbor, Thurston, Lewis, Pierce, King, Snohomish, Skagit, Island, Chelan, and Kittitas counties.
Lamb Hanson Lamb Appraisal Associates, Inc.'s reliability in providing a high degree of professional service to its clients is a key attribute of theie long standing goodwill in the Greater Seattle Region. The firm�s knowledge base is established by four consecutive generations of real estate appraisal and consulting providers, who honor a deep commitment to professional ethics and maintaining public trust. Understanding patterns of ever changing real estate markets, while staying current with developing trends puts Lamb Hanson Lamb at the front-line of appraisal reporting. Lastly, the firm�s collaborative approach to problem solving ensures greater credibility in the appraisal services provided. The depth and breadth of this team�s experience allows us to meet any of your appraisal needs with the utmost attention to quality, timeliness, and communication.
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).
Ideally, you’d never pay more than the appraised value for a home, but there are some instances where it makes sense to do so. For example, if your current living arrangements are no longer viable and you need a place to move into quickly, paying more than the appraised value might be in your best interest to secure a new home. Additionally, if you’re buying in a hot market, overpaying for the home might be necessary to overcome the competition.
Yes, the age of your home can impact its value. However, age is just one of many factors that will have an effect. An older home may be perceived as needing more work and maintenance, but if you’ve kept up with repairs or done any renovations, this will increase its value. Buyers will also consider the size of the house, location, and how nearby homes are priced. Lastly, value also depends on whether it’s a buyer or seller’s market.
The condition and appearance of your yard can affect your home appraisal value. A well-maintained, attractive yard with curb appeal adds to a property’s value, while an overgrown, messy, poorly maintained yard can hurt your home’s appraisal. Even small cosmetic improvements to your yard, like adding mulch, trimming trees, and cleaning out plant beds, can help your appraisal value.
The differences between market value and appraised value depend on the local market, so they can match, or either one can be higher than the other. In a “seller’s market,” where there is an abundance of buyers, market value will likely sit higher than the appraised value because there’s more demand for the low inventory of homes. In a “buyer’s market,” where there are more homes than there are buyers, the market value is more likely to sit below the appraised value to entice buyers.
The Brinnon, WA homeowners’ guide to property appraisals
From average costs to expert advice, get all the answers you need to get your job done.
Find out the average home appraisal cost in Seattle, WA. Learn what to expect to pay for local property appraisers and prepare for your next transaction.
Home appraisals are an important part of buying or selling a home and getting a mortgage loan. Learn more about home appraisal costs and what they include.
FHA loans are backed by the government and come with specific FHA appraisal guidelines and requirements. Learn what an FHA appraisal entails in this guide.