Reasons to get an appraisal from Advantage Appraisal, LLC

To a lot of people, an appraisal is simply a line item in the long list of items for a home purchase or refinance. Practically all lenders still want a local expert because the stakes are incredibly high, even though there are a multiplying number of automated home valuation processes that might seem more prudent than an appraisal. But is getting a mortgage the only reason to acquire an appraisal? Are there other times when the services of a certified, independent real estate professional could be helpful? You bet there are.


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Let Advantage Appraisal, LLC help you dispute your tax assessment in Jefferson County

It's quite possible you're paying too much in property taxes if you live in an area where property values have declined. Ad Valorem taxes are based upon a past assessment of your house, so if values have declined in your neighborhood, you can challenge your assessment and save money. When building your case, an appraisal from Advantage Appraisal, LLC is your best evidence. At Advantage Appraisal, LLC,we can assist you in disputing your tax assessment.

Advantage Appraisal, LLC can help you do away with PMI to lower your mortgage payment

Private Mortgage Insurance, or PMI, is a supplemental insurance policy that many lenders ask home buyers to purchase when the amount being loaned to the buyer is more than 80% of the actual value of the real estate. Seeing that added payment is usually folded into the monthly mortgage payment, it is often forgotten. PMI is no longer required when the leftover balance of the loan - whether through market appreciation or principal pay down - dips below the 80% level, making this very unfortunate. In fact, the United States Congress invoked a law in 1998 (the Homeowners Protection Act of 1998) requiring lenders to remove the PMI payments when the loan-to-value ratio conditions have been met.

Advantage Appraisal, LLC can give you a statement regarding the value of your home, and the cost of the appraisal can usually be regained in a short amount of time because you'll no longer be paying the PMI.

Settling a divorce with less stress with an appraisal from Advantage Appraisal, LLC

A divorce is often complicated by the challenging decision of who gets the home, and it can be a very heartbreaking event for both parties. Regardless of the circumstances, it's wise to order an appraisal from Advantage Appraisal, LLC so both parties are completely aware of the true market value of their home.

If the parties wish to sell the home, they'll have a better idea of what price to set. And on the flip side, if a "buyout" is the chosen option, both parties will feel like they've received a fair evaluation.

Settling an estate with peace of mind

Losing a loved one is a difficult time in life, and settling an estate from a death, or probate, often entails an appraisal to establish Market Value for the real estate involved. The ethics provision within the Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice (USPAP) binds us with confidentiality, guaranteeing the fullest degree of discretion.

Unlike many wealthy individuals, most Americans don't have dedicated estate planners or executors to handle these issues. And seeing that a home or other property often makes up an unequal share of the total estate value, knowing the precise value of the real estate at hand is of vital importance to ensuring disputing parties leave knowing they've gotten a fair deal.

Let Advantage Appraisal, LLC assist you in relocating to or from Jefferson County

We understand the stress associated with an employee relocation. That's why we take great care in setting up an accommodating appointment time for the appraisal inspection. We encourage relocating employees to provide input on the positive characteristics of their property, as well as information about any current sales or listings in their neighborhood that they want considered during our intensive process.

Let Advantage Appraisal, LLC assist you in selling your home quickly at the right price

A professional appraisal will help you make a better educated decision regarding your selling price, whether you choose to sell your home on your own or use the assistance of a real estate agent. An appraiser has no vested interest in what amount the house sells for, unlike real estate agents. Our fees are derived from our efforts to finish the appraisal report and and aren't related to the sales price.

On a daily basis, we examine the difference in value things like an extra bathroom or a kitchen remodel can make. And we're experts in knowing how long properties are on the market. So, seeking a professional appraisal is a reliable way to decide 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 too long, costing you hassle and money.