What happens if the appraisal is lower than the offer?

• <div><p>If the value of the home you want to buy is appraised at less than the price of the offer, you may not be able to obtain a loan for the offer amount. Lenders want to ensure that the amount they’re lending isn’t more than the market value of the property, so you may have to increase your down payment to reduce the loan amount or get a second appraisal if you still want to proceed with the purchase.</p></div>

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Q: How does a garage affect the value of my home?

• <div><p>Having a garage can increase the value of your home considerably, even if the garage isn't considered living space. Many people own cars and want a secure place to park their vehicles when they are home. </p><p>If you decide to finish your garage and convert it into living space, you may affect your home's value. The livable space may increase your home's square footage, which can help its value. But, giving up the garage space may also negatively affect the sale price of your home.</p></div>

Q: What if I can’t find any records of when my house was built?

• <div><p>If you can&rsquo;t find any records online, you&rsquo;ll need to contact your county clerk&rsquo;s office to do further research. They should have property records on file, or can at least point you in the right direction of who to contact. You can also speak with your neighbors about when their houses were built because they were likely built around the same time. </p></div>

Q: Does a pergola add value to property?

• <div><p>Pergolas may have a 50% to 80% return on investment, whether they&rsquo;re standard, manual, motorized, or smart pergolas. Your pergola will add more value when you choose a structure made from durable, long-lasting materials and when the pergola is properly installed by a professional. Extra features like a motorized roof, smart louvers, and heaters or misters may give you a better ROI.</p></div>

Q: Do radon mitigation systems decrease home value?

• <div><p>No, radon mitigation systems do not decrease home value or make a home harder to sell. In areas where homes experience similar radon exposure risks, a radon mitigation system is viewed as an improvement. Potential homebuyers often opt to buy a home with a radon mitigation system already installed to reduce the risk of cancer for their families.</p></div>

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Last update on October 06, 2025

Reviewed in September 2015
Laurie Rummel is an exceptional Real Estate agent. She helped us to find our new home in 2 1/2 days and close in less than 30 days. Laurie understood our frustrations with all the house hunting we'd done elsewhere for the prior 3 months. Being a Re-Lo situation, time was of the essence, and...
Laurie Rummel, Associate Broker
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Reviewed in May 2015
I used Steve based on my realtor's recommendation. Excellent choice. Steve was punctual, professional, and extremely thorough. His report was comprehensive, and was accompanied with clear photos that illustrated the points made in the report. His office was great to work with, and we had an...
Shelton Home Inspections
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Reviewed in April 2011
As first time homebuyers, we were referred to Barb by a friend. We were the 7th in line referral meaning, my friend referred us, his friend referred him, his freind referred him, and so on. I tell you this so that you can see that although I am but one poster here, it comes with ALOT of weight...
Dave Peot
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Reviewed in August 2009
Excellent experience, hardworking, easy to work with. Did many things I would consider were above and beyond. Sold our house quickly.
Jeremy Rynders
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Reviewed in October 2017
She worked with us over a year while we were still in Wisconsin. I can't say enough about her. She went over and above. She was a Realestate Agent. She followed up on properties and availability. She gave us virtual tours because we were in Wisconsin. She just really worked hard for us.
Lisa Whitted, Coldwell Banker Caine
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Reviewed in April 2011
My husband and I recently hired Paul to inspect a home. The home was an older one and so we had quite a few concerns. One reason we chose this company, was because it estimated 2 1/2 to 3 hours while most other places estimated only 1 1/2 to 2. And Paul was extremely through. He went...
WISCONSIN HOME INSPECTIONS LLC
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Reviewed in October 2013
The Beckman team is very knowledgeable, responsive, courteous, and up to date on the housing markets especially the foreclosure market. We were never nervous about selling our home. Brian and Vicky will walk you through every process and make the transaction smooth as possible. There is a...
BECKMAN PROPERTIES
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Reviewed in July 2014
He's a team with his wife. It's Michael and Mary Held. I would give them an "A" across the board. Personalized service with real estate expertise.
Caldwell Bankers
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Reviewed in October 2012
I also bought a rental from him. He is very responsive and efficient. He is personable and takes the time to listen to you to best meet your needs.
Remax Realty Plus
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Reviewed in March 2016
We did walk away from the property and, with Kelly's advise, we have been able to better focus our search for a new home. What we valued the most about Mr. McCarthy's service was that he was honest with us from the beginning. He did not string us along thinking we might be able to do such a...
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Akrivis Real Estate Valuations

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Welcome to the future of real estate valuation solutions with Akrivis. We combine innovation and evolving technology with our exclusive network of photography contractors to deliver accurate real estate valuations in less than five days. No stress, no fuss, just fast and reliable property values.

"Paid $375 for a property evaluation that was $250,00.00 lower than what we were being taxed for. After questioning the evaluator,she reevaluated the property to be in line with tax appraisers. Don ' t know if this company is accurate in what they do."

Susan R on September 2025

"Paid $375 for a property evaluation that was $250,00.00 lower than what we were being taxed for. After questioning the evaluator,she reevaluated the property to be in line with tax appraisers. Don ' t know if this company is accurate in what they do."

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I run a reputable appraisal company that specializes in real estate and property valuations. I am experienced in appraisal preparations for most needs including pre sale values, estate valuations, valuations for legal matters, With over 25 years of industry experience, I can exceed your expectations, always paying close attention to the specific needs of each individual or company with whom I work. I look forward to building long-term relationships with my clients, and guarantee your satisfaction. Call anytime to schedule your appraisal.

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BAY AREA APPRAISALS LLC is dedicated to providing our customers with the best quality and craftsmanship. We are here to build relationships with our customers and communities and to provide our employees with a great place to work. BAY AREA APPRAISALS LLC is a leader in providing our customers with the highest quality products and craftsmanship in an honest, efficient, and professional way. Our pledge is to create successful relationships with our customers, employees and community by building trust, treating every project with the utmost integrity and exceeding expectations. We look forward to working with you!

"My father passed away so we needed an appraisal of my childhood house to settle the estate. Jarrad was very professional and knowledgeable of the market. His appraisal was easy to read and share with my siblings. Also, I referred my friend over to him. He was getting a divorce and needed an evaluation. Thank you for taking care of my family and my friend."

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"My father passed away so we needed an appraisal of my childhood house to settle the estate. Jarrad was very professional and knowledgeable of the market. His appraisal was easy to read and share with my siblings. Also, I referred my friend over to him. He was getting a divorce and needed an evaluation. Thank you for taking care of my family and my friend."

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Micoley.com LLC

2160 Velp Ave., Suite 101

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2160 Velp Ave., Suite 101

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Micoley.com is a full service consulting firm that assists financial institutions and private sellers in all phases of estate management and disposition.Micoley.com is a project focused

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2160 Velp Ave. Suite 101

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2160 Velp Ave. Suite 101

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Adashun Jones Real Estate is locally owned, with offices in Fond du Lac, Oshkosh, Green Lake, and Appleton Wisconsin. With experienced real estate agents to serve you when buying or selling a property, Adashun Jones Real Estate offers a state of the art website to help you with your real estate needs. Our agents can help you in all areas of real estate. Realtors Association of Northeast WI, Milwaukee WIREX, Madison parigon MLS.

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Having a garage can increase the value of your home considerably, even if the garage isn't considered living space. Many people own cars and want a secure place to park their vehicles when they are home.

If you decide to finish your garage and convert it into living space, you may affect your home's value. The livable space may increase your home's square footage, which can help its value. But, giving up the garage space may also negatively affect the sale price of your home.

If you can’t find any records online, you’ll need to contact your county clerk’s office to do further research. They should have property records on file, or can at least point you in the right direction of who to contact. You can also speak with your neighbors about when their houses were built because they were likely built around the same time.

Pergolas may have a 50% to 80% return on investment, whether they’re standard, manual, motorized, or smart pergolas. Your pergola will add more value when you choose a structure made from durable, long-lasting materials and when the pergola is properly installed by a professional. Extra features like a motorized roof, smart louvers, and heaters or misters may give you a better ROI.

If the value of the home you want to buy is appraised at less than the price of the offer, you may not be able to obtain a loan for the offer amount. Lenders want to ensure that the amount they’re lending isn’t more than the market value of the property, so you may have to increase your down payment to reduce the loan amount or get a second appraisal if you still want to proceed with the purchase.

No, radon mitigation systems do not decrease home value or make a home harder to sell. In areas where homes experience similar radon exposure risks, a radon mitigation system is viewed as an improvement. Potential homebuyers often opt to buy a home with a radon mitigation system already installed to reduce the risk of cancer for their families.

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