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Avatar for North Coast Appraisal
North Coast Appraisal
5.0(
23
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Appraisal - Real Estate

Serving Seattle, WA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We were very pleased with the appraisal service we got from North Coast Appraisal. They were prompt in scheduling the appointment for us, and the whole process was completed within a week. Eduardo was very professional and did a thorough job of inspecting and evaluating our property and the home on it. He also shared his knowledge with us and shared some ideas of possibilities for future use of the property, which was quite helpful."
Precision tools
Mobile Technology
Alamode Corelogic
Response time5 hrs
Response rate98%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Akrivis Real Estate Valuations
4.3(
72
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Appraisal - Real Estate

Serving Seattle, WA and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 2018

Credit card accepted

Offers commercial services

"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."
Restaurant
Response time5 hrs
Response rate89%
991 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Inside Values
4.9(
10
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Appraisal - Real Estate

Serving Seattle, WA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2008

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They were prompt, honest and very thorough while walking my property. The appraiser was extremely knowledgeable and attentive, even accepting of our 2 large breed St. Berdoodle dogs, who wanted nothing more but the appraisers attention. One of the best professional experiences I have had to date."
Candice Krasovec
Response time2 hrs
Response rate98%
44 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Reese Appraisal Service, LLC
4.7(
12
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Appraisal - Real Estate

Serving Seattle, WA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2009

Customers say: Quick response

"I recently had the pleasure of working with Jonathan for an appraisal, and I am compelled to express my utmost satisfaction with the service provided. Jonathan demonstrated exceptional professionalism and a keen attention to detail throughout the entire process. What truly stood out was the remarkably swift turnaround of the appraisal report. The efficiency displayed by Jonathan not only exceeded my expectations but also underscored their commitment to delivering timely and high-quality results. I appreciate Jonathan's expertise, clear communication, and the diligence they exhibited in meeting my needs promptly. This positive experience has undoubtedly set a high standard for appraisal services. I highly recommend Jonathan to anyone seeking a reliable, thorough, and expedient appraiser. Thank you for a job exceptionally well done."
Response time2 hrs
Response rate93%
48 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Rainier Appraisal Service, LLC
4.9(
5
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Appraisal - Real Estate

Serving Seattle, WA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1997

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I worked exclusively with Ms. Crystal MacHale. Her business was one of about 4-5 referred to me for a real property retrospective appraisal. Rainier Appraisal Service LLC was the first company to contact me. Ms. McHale was very pleasant, answered all of my questions and was able to perform the appraisal in a couple of days. However, I did reach out to other companies who provided quotes, but their dates did not coincide with the needed time frame. The fees were all about the same. Experience and previous reviews were instrumental in my decision. I enjoyed Ms. McHale's follow up and ability to provide a comprehensive report. Thank you, Ms. McHale for your excellent customer service."
Certificate
Response time11 hrs
Response rate89%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Francis T. Webster Appraisal Partners
4.2(
3
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Appraisal - Real Estate

Serving Seattle, WA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I recently worked with Francis T. Webster Appraisal Partners and had a great experience. The team was professional, responsive, and easy to work with throughout the appraisal process. They provided a thorough and well-documented report in a timely manner and were happy to answer any questions I had. I would recommend their services to anyone needing a reliable real estate appraisal."
Response time1 day
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Property Appraiser questions, answered by experts

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.

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.

As a seller, it might feel tempting to skip the appraisal, especially in a hot market that sees a lot of all-cash offers. While you can technically forgo it and hope for an all-cash offer, you’ll likely have a very tough time selling without an appraisal. 

In addition to protecting lenders from risk, appraisals also protect buyers’ investments. As such, it isn’t typically recommended for buyers to skip appraisals.

Wainscoting isn’t a design element that can be directly tied to an increased house price. Despite that, it is a highly marketable element that can generate significant interest from potential buyers who enjoy the style, and is relatively inexpensive to remove for those who don’t. If you are on the fence about paneling, just know that it certainly wouldn’t result in depreciation of your home’s value—usually the opposite. 

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.

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