Reasons to order an appraisal from Barnstable/Plymouth Appraisal ServicesThousands of people in Massachusetts purchase, sell or refinance their home each month. Most of these transactions include a simple line item for an appraisal. Even though there are a growing number of automated home valuation methods that may appear more practical than an appraisal, practically all lenders still call in a local expert because the stakes are very high. You might believe that getting a mortgage is the only reason you should get an appraisal, but there are other times when the services of a certified, independent real estate professional might be beneficial. 
Dispute your tax assessmentIf you live in an area where the value of property has declined, it's possible you're paying too much in property taxes. When building your case, an appraisal from us is your best evidence. We can assist you in disputing your tax assessment. Eliminate PMI to lower your mortgage paymentPrivate Mortgage Insurance, or PMI, is an extra insurance plan that almost all lenders ask home buyers to buy when the amount being loaned to the buyer is more than 80% of the actual value of the home. This extra payment is often folded into the monthly mortgage payment and is quickly forgotten. This is unfavorable because PMI is no longer required when the remaining balance of the loan - whether through market appreciation or principal pay down - dips below the 80% level. In fact, the United States Congress invoked a law in 1998 (the Homeowners Protection Act of 1998) requiring lenders to eliminate the PMI payments when the loan-to-value ratio conditions have been met. Barnstable/Plymouth Appraisal Services will give you a statement regarding the value of your home, and the expense of the appraisal can usually be offset in little time because you'll no longer be paying the PMI. Get your appraisal from Barnstable/Plymouth Appraisal Services Order onlineGet a fair valuation on a home take make a divorce settlement less stressfulA divorce is often complicated by the troublesome decision of who gets the property, and it can be a particularly traumatic ordeal for both parties. It's a good idea to order an appraisal from Barnstable/Plymouth Appraisal Services so both parties are completely aware of the true market value of their house, regardless of the situation. The parties will have a better idea 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. Determine a fair and accurate valuation for estate liquidationThe loss 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 Fair Market Value for the residential property involved. We ensure the highest degree of discretion, as we're bound with confidentiality by the ethics provision within the Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice (USPAP). Most Americans do not have dedicated estate planners or executors to handle these affairs, unlike wealthier individuals. And seeing that a home or other property often makes up an unequal share of the total estate value, understanding the true value of the real estate at hand is of essential importance to ensuring disputing parties leave knowing they've received an honest deal. Move to or from County through an employee relocation programEmployee relocation can be a stressful event, and we understand. 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 characteristics of their property, as well as information about any recent sales or listings in their area that they want considered during our detailed inspection. Close on your home promptly — for an accurate priceWhether you decide to sell your home on your own or use the assistance of a real estate agent, a professional appraisal can help you make a more informed decision when determining your selling price. Apart from a real estate agent, an appraiser has no vested interest in what price the house sells for. Our fees aren't related to the sales price, but rather they rest on our efforts to finish the appraisal report. We examine the difference in value things like an extra bathroom or a kitchen remodel can make on a daily basis. Obtaining 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 houses are one the market. 
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