Reasons to get an appraisal from Anderson Appraisal, LLCTo many, an appraisal is simply one more thing in the long list of items for a home sale or refinance. While there are an increasing number of automated home valuation processes that may appear cheaper than an appraisal, almost all lenders still call for a local expert because the stakes are incredibly high. Is securing a mortgage the only reason you should get an appraisal? Are there additional situations when the services of a licensed, independent real estate professional might be beneficial? Absolutely. 
Contest your tax assessment in Potter CountyIf you are in an area where property values have declined, it's possible you're paying too much in property taxes. When building your case, an appraisal from us is your best evidence. At Anderson Appraisal, LLC, we're qualified to assist you in disputing your tax assessment. Eliminate PMI to lower your mortgage paymentWhen the amount being loaned to the buyeris more than 80% of the actual value of the home, most lenders ask buyers to purchase this supplemental insurance policy. That policy is Private Mortgage Insurance, or PMI. This added payment is often folded into the monthly mortgage payment and is quickly forgotten. This is unfortunate because PMI becomes unnecessary when the remainder of the loan - whether through market appreciation or principal pay down - falls below the 80% mark. In fact, the Homeowners Protection Act (HPA) of 1998 was implemented by the United States Congress that requires 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 give you a statement regarding the value of your home. The expense of the home valuation can often be regained in a short amount of time because you'll no longer be paying the PMI. Order your appraisal from Anderson Appraisal, LLC today Order onlineDivorce settlement with less stressA divorce is a particularly daunting event for the parties involved, and it is often further complicated by the difficult decision of who maintains the house. So both parties are fully aware of the true market value of their house, it's a good idea to order an appraisal from Anderson Appraisal, LLC, regardless of the situation. If the parties need to sell the home, they'll have a clearer picture of what price to set. And if a "buyout" is the chosen option, both parties will feel like they've gotten a fair assessment. Determine an accurate and fair valuation for estate liquidationThe loss of 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 real estate 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). Unlike wealthy individuals, most Americans don't have dedicated estate planners or executors to manage these issues. A home or other property often makes up an uneven share of the total estate value, so understanding the true value of the real estate at hand is of significant importance to ensuring disputing parties walk away knowing they've gotten a fair deal. Move to or from Potter County for workWe know the stress involved with an employee relocation. We take great care in organizing a convenient appointment time for the appraisal inspection. During our intensive inspection, we recommend relocating employees to provide remarks on the positive attributes of their property, along with information about any recent sales or listings in their neighborhood that they want considered. Close on your home quickly — at the right priceA professional appraisal can help you make a more informed decision regarding your asking price, whether you choose to sell your home on your own or with the help of a real estate agent. Apart from 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 depend on our efforts to complete the appraisal report. On a daily basis, we determine the difference in value items like an extra bathroom or a kitchen remodel can make. 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. 
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