"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."
"Jay and Andrea were amazing to work with. They explained every step of the process in detail and were so kind and understanding answering all my questions. I ended up needing a second appraisal on the same property for my divorce and they both were so helpful each time. If you need a trust worthy company to do an appraisal with, these are your people!"
"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."
"Very thorough and knows the comparables... very aware. She is honest about her time frame instead of saying she can do an inspection and then not be able to do it. She is an honest person."
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.
Costs depend on the property size, audit complexity, and whether additional testing (e.g., blower door) is included.
You can be present during a home appraisal, but it’s best to stay out of the appraiser’s way. Make yourself available, but don’t engage or interrupt, and don’t discuss value or your target sales price. If possible, have your agent present in the house instead of being present yourself.
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.
Some appraisers hold a Member of the Appraisal Institute designation. This accolade is the highest credential property appraisers can earn. An MAI appraisal is typically used for commercial properties.
While your lender will likely recommend an appraiser, you can also hire a professional home appraiser on your own. Choose someone who is experienced in your type of residential property, and ensure they hold all of the necessary credentials that your state or region requires.
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.
The Brinnon, WA homeowners’ guide to property appraisals
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