Buyer Appraisal Services Consultation Maybe you feel like you don't need an "appraisal" but you'd still like some help gathering local property and sales data. Maybe you are considering buying a home in a specific area  and really want to see what other people are paying for similar homes in the market place. We can provide low cost sales and listing reports that will guide you through the maze of raw data. Our reports help you to make an informed buying decision. We understand the complexities of buying a home and know what you are going through and will do our best to make it easier for you by giving you a high quality, professional appraisal that you can depend on!   Important Information For Anyone Contemplating the purchase of Residential Real Property This information is provided to help your property buying experience. Whether or not you are working with a real estate professional, we are here to save you time, money, and stress. No one wants to pay too much for a home and you also have to be careful because sometimes if you offer too little you may insult the seller and any chance of obtaining the home you truly want.   We offer you the expertise of qualified unbiased professional Appraisers opinion.   An appraisal fee is a small price to pay for the peace of mind it provides.   A highly seasoned state certified real estate appraiser is always your best bet.   Seek counsel from qualified real estate professionals, legal parties and inspectors or engineers, evaluate advice carefully.   Take any opinion with a grain of salt; everyone has his or her own agenda.   Be especially wary of anyone who has something to gain from the transaction or who was recommended by someone with something to gain. An unbiased opinion is priceless peace of mind.   Remember the real estate broker only get paid if the transaction closes.   Some things you can do in advance of your purchase and hiring and before you make an offer are:   Really investigate where you are planning on moving to….   Know the neighborhood; knock on doors, question neighbors.   Investigate the property as much as you can thru internet tax and sale records.   Consider things like population growth, local, regional, schools, employment, foreclosure rates and global trends   Choose your service providers carefully.   Know all the property boundaries, crawl around under the house, move stuff away from the walls, notice details; open all the  doors and  windows. Turn on every switch, check every electrical outlet.   A comprehensive checklist for each home you visit so you can compare details.   Ask lots of questions   When you get to the buying process make sure you have enough knowledge of the area and market to make a fair and educated decision.   An appraisal is a great place to obtain not only market value opinions but market trends and more general information and photos of the home and is in the buying process just like having a home inspection. Don’t let anyone tell you that you do not need to do an appraisal before doing a contract because in many states once you sign a contract your deposit becomes non-refundable unless other issues arise.     Don’t let anyone tell you, you don’t need an appraisal because the mortgage company or bank has to do one anyway. It is money well spent so you do not have surprises or a possible lost deposit later in the game.   Again, an appraisal or a home inspection or an attorney’s opinion are to vitally important parts in the process for peace of mind. Yes if the transaction does not go thru you have spent that money but better to know ahead of time than right before closing when you and the family are packed up and ready to move and suddenly you find out the home didn’t appraise for the value you offered.   Many Real Estate Professional recommend people to us in advance of a purchase just as added peace of mind and our valued opinions.   What you can expect when you decide to hire us . . . . Prompt response to your inquiry: with personalized information for your appraisal needs. Quick response to scheduling an appointment to perform the appraisal You will go thru a brief interview so we can make sure we are addressing all of your concerns. We will make suggestions and we have a variety of report types to fit your needs.  When you order and appraisal you will get quick turnaround times. You will receive a copy of your appraisal via email   After you receive your report you will also receive quick response to any follow up questions. The reports are clearly written, understandable, and meet or exceed the USPAP standards. You will have a certified appraiser’s opinion of fair market value at the time of your purchase offer for any negotiations or for just peace of mind.