Let handle your appraisal needsTo many, an appraisal just looks like one more thing on the settlement sheet for a home purchase or refinance. And even though there are a budding number of automated home valuation processes that may appear to be more cost-effective than an appraisal, most lenders still call for a local expert because the stakes are so high. You might believe that obtaining a mortgage is the only reason you should get an appraisal, but there are other cases when the services of a licensed, independent real estate professional might come in handy. 
Contest your tax assessment in Worcester CountyIt's quite possible you're paying too much in property taxes if you live in an area where property values have depreciated. Ad Valorem taxes are determined by a past assessment of your home, so if values have declined in your area, you can appeal your assessment and save money. When building your case, an appraisal from us is your best evidence. We can assist you in appealing your tax assessment. Remove PMI to lower your mortgage paymentWhen the amount being loaned to the homebuyeris more than 80% of the actual value of the home, most lenders ask home owners to buy this supplemental insurance policy. That policy is Private Mortgage Insurance, or PMI. Seeing that extra payment is usually bundled into the monthly mortgage payment, it is often forgotten. PMI isn't necessary when the remaining balance of the loan - whether through market appreciation or principal pay down - goes below the 80% mark, making this very unfavorable. In fact, the United States Congress passed a law in 1998 (the Homeowners Protection Act of 1998) that requires lenders to dismiss the PMI installments when the loan-to-value ratio conditions have been met. can provide you with a statement regarding the value of your home, and the cost of the appraisal can generally be offset in a short amount of time because you'll no longer be paying the PMI. Get your appraisal from Order onlineGet a fair valuation on a home take make a divorce settlement less stressfulA divorce is often complicated by the burdensome decision of who gets the house, and it can be an especially traumatic experience for both parties. Regardless of the circumstances, it's a good idea to order an appraisal from so both parties are fully aware of the true market value of their house. If the parties wish to sell the home, they'll have a a good idea of what price to set. And if a "buyout" is the chosen option, both parties will feel like they've gotten a fair evaluation. Ascertain a fair and accurate valuation for estate liquidationLosing a loved one is a difficult time in life, and settling an estate from a death, or probate, often requires an appraisal to establish Fair Market Value for the residential property involved. We guarantee the maximum degree of discretion, as we're bound with confidentiality by the ethics provision within the Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice (USPAP). Most Americans don't have dedicated estate planners or executors to manage these affairs, unlike wealthier individuals. A home or other property often makes up an uneven share of the total estate value, so knowing the true worth of the real estate at hand is of essential importance to ensuring disputing parties walk away knowing they've gotten an honest deal. Move to or from Worcester County through an employee relocation programWe know the stress associated with an employee relocation. That being said, we take great care in organizing a convenient appointment time for the appraisal inspection. During our intensive inspection, we recommend relocating employees to provide feedback on the positive characteristics of their property, as well as information regarding any recent sales or listings in their neighborhood that they want considered. Close on your home quickly — at an accurate priceA professional appraisal will help you make a more informed decision regarding your selling price, whether you choose to sell your home on your own or with the help of a real estate agent. Unlike a real estate agent, an appraiser has no vested interest in what price the house sells for. Our fees aren't related to the sales price, but rather they rest on our efforts to finish the appraisal report. We determine the difference in value items like an extra bathroom or a kitchen remodel can make on a daily basis. And we're experts in knowing how long propertiesare on the market. So, seeking a professional appraisal is a trusted way to decide what improvements will add value and what an applicable sales price is for your home so you don't come up short or have your house on the market an unnecessarily long time. 
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