Let Anderson Appraisal, LLC attend to your appraisal needsTo many, an appraisal just looks like another fee on the break-sheet for a mortgage or refinance. Almost all lenders still call for a local expert because the stakes are so high, even though there are a developing number of automated home valuation processes that may appear to be more cost-effective than an appraisal. You might assume that obtaining a mortgage is the only basis for getting an appraisal, but there are additional cases when the services of a licensed, independent real estate professional might come in handy. Dispute your tax assessment in Potter CountyIt's quite possible you're paying too much in property taxes if you live in an area where property values have depreciated. Property taxes are determined by a past assessment of your real estate, so if prices have declined in your area, you can appeal your assessment and save money. An appraisal from Anderson Appraisal, LLC is your best evidence when building your case. We can assist you in disputing your tax assessment. Eliminate PMI to lower your mortgage paymentWhen the amount being loaned to the home buyeris more than 80% of the actual value of the real estate, most lenders ask homebuyers to purchase this added insurance policy. That policy is Private Mortgage Insurance, or PMI. Very often, this extra payment is folded into the monthly mortgage payment and is quickly forgotten. PMI isn't required when the remainder of the loan - whether through market appreciation or principal pay down - falls below the 80% mark, making this very unfavorable. In fact, the United States Congress invoked a law in 1998 (the Homeowners Protection Act of 1998) requiring lenders to eliminate the PMI installments when the loan-to-value ratio conditions have been met. If you'd like to do away with PMI, Anderson Appraisal, LLC can provide you with a statement regarding the value of your home. The price you paid for the home valuation can often be recovered in little time because you'll no longer be paying the PMI. Get your appraisal from Anderson Appraisal, LLC Order todayGet a clear valuation on a home for divorce settlementsA divorce is often complicated by the troublesome decision of who maintains the home, and it can be a particularly traumatic ordeal for both parties. It's a good idea to order an appraisal from Anderson Appraisal, LLC so both parties are completely aware of the true market value of their house, regardless of the situation. The parties will have a clearer picture of what price to set, if they need to sell the home. And if a "buyout" is the chosen option, both parties will feel like they've gotten a fair evaluation. Fair and accurate estate liquidationThe loss of a loved one is a difficult time in life, and settling an estate from a death, or probate, often calls for an appraisal to establish Fair Market Value for the real estate involved. We guarantee the fullest degree of discretion, as we're bound with confidentiality by the ethics provision within the Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice (USPAP). Unlike wealthier individuals, most Americans don't have dedicated estate planners or executors to take care of these issues. And since a home or other property often makes up an uneven share of the total estate value, knowing the true value of the real estate at hand is of essential importance to ensuring disputing parties leave knowing they've gotten a fair deal. Move to or from Potter County through an employee relocation programWe are aware of the headaches associated with an employee relocation. That being said, we take great care in organizing a convenient appointment time for the appraisal inspection. During our thorough inspection, we encourage relocating employees to provide feedback on the positive aspects of their property, along with information about any recent sales or listings in their area that they want considered. Close on your home quickly — at the right priceA professional appraisal will help you make a better educated decision regarding your asking price, whether you decide to sell your home on your own or use the assistance 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 a percentage of the sales price, but rather they are calculated on our efforts to finish the appraisal report. On a daily basis, we examine the difference in value things like an additional bathroom or a kitchen remodel can make. Seeking a professional appraisal is a reliable way to determine what improvements will add value and what a suitable sales price is for your home so you don't come up short or have your house on the market an unnecessarily long time, because we're experts in knowing how long properties stay on the market. |