Reasons to order an appraisal

Thousands of people in West Virginia purchase, sell or refinance their home every month. Many of these transactions have a simple line item for an appraisal. Most lenders still want a local expert because the stakes are so high, even though there are a multiplying number of automated home valuation systems that might seem more prudent than an appraisal. You might assume that obtaining a mortgage is the only basis for getting an appraisal, but there are other instances when the services of a certified, independent real estate professional might be beneficial.


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Challenge your tax assessment in Jefferson County

It's 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 previous assessment of your home, so if values have gone down in your neighborhood, you can challenge your assessment and save money. An appraisal from Advantage Appraisal, LLC is your best evidence when building your case. At Advantage Appraisal, LLC,we can assist you in disputing your tax assessment.

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

Private Mortgage Insurance, or PMI, is a supplemental insurance plan that almost all lenders ask homeowners to purchase when the amount being loaned to the homebuyer is more than 80% of the actual value of the property. This additional payment is often bundled into the monthly mortgage payment and is promptly forgotten. PMI is no longer required when the remainder of the loan - whether through market appreciation or principal pay down - falls below the 80% mark, making this very unfortunate. In fact, the United States Congress implemented 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 get rid of PMI, Advantage Appraisal, LLC will provide you with a statement regarding the value of your home. The expense of the home valuation can generally be offset in little time because you'll no longer be paying the PMI.

An appraisal from Advantage Appraisal, LLC will help you settle a divorce with less stress

A divorce can be an especially traumatic experience for both parties, and it is often even more complicated by the difficult decision of who gets the property. Regardless of the situation, it's wise to get an appraisal from Advantage Appraisal, LLC so both parties are entirely aware of the true market value of their house.

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

Accurate and fair estate liquidation with Advantage Appraisal, LLCSettling an estate

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

Most Americans don't have dedicated estate planners or executors to take care of these matters, unlike wealthy individuals. 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 vital importance to ensuring disputing parties walk away knowing they've gotten a fair deal.

Relocating to or from Jefferson County?

We are aware of the headaches involved with an employee relocation. That being said, we take great care in establishing an accommodating appointment time for the appraisal inspection. We encourage relocating employees to provide remarks on the positive aspects of their property, along with information regarding any new sales or listings in their neighborhood that they want considered during our detailed process.

Sell your home quickly at the right price with an appraisal from Advantage Appraisal, LLC

Whether you want to sell your home on your own or use the assistance of a real estate agent, a professional appraisal will help you make a better educated decision regarding your asking price. An appraiser has no vested interest in what price 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.

We examine the difference in value items like an extra bathroom or a kitchen remodel can make on a daily basis. Seeking a professional appraisal is a trusted way to decide what improvements will add value and what an appropriate 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 are one the market.