Reasons to order an appraisalTo many, an appraisal is simply a line item in the long list of items for a home purchase or refinance. Nearly all lenders still need a local expert because the stakes are so high, even though there are a multiplying number of automated home valuation methods that might appear to be more economical than an appraisal. You might think that obtaining a mortgage is the only reason to acquire an appraisal, but there are additional times when the services of a licensed, independent real estate professional might be beneficial. 
Challenge your tax assessment in CountyIt's possible you're paying too much in property taxes if you reside in an area where property values have depreciated. Ad Valorem taxes are determined by a past assessment of your real estate, so if values are less than what they used to be in your area, you can appeal your assessment and save money. An appraisal from Barnstable/Plymouth Appraisal Services is your best evidence when building your case. At Barnstable/Plymouth Appraisal Services, we're equipped to assist you in challenging your tax assessment. PMI removal to lower a mortgage paymentPrivate Mortgage Insurance, or PMI, is an extra insurance plan that nearly all lenders ask homebuyers to purchase when the amount being loaned to the home buyer is more than 80% of the actual value of the real estate. Since the additional payment is usually bundled into the monthly mortgage payment, it is often forgotten. This is bad because PMI isn't necessary when the leftover balance of the loan - whether through market appreciation or principal pay down - dips below the 80% mark. In fact, the United States Congress invoked a law in 1998 (the Homeowners Protection Act of 1998) that requires lenders to do away with the PMI installments when the loan-to-value ratio conditions have been met. If you'd like to eliminate PMI, Barnstable/Plymouth Appraisal Services can give you a statement regarding the value of your home. The price you paid for the home valuation can often be regained in a short amount of time because you'll no longer be paying the PMI. Get your appraisal from Barnstable/Plymouth Appraisal Services Order todaySettle a divorce with less stressA divorce is a very horrible ordeal for the parties involved, and it is often more complicated by the strenuous decision of who gets the property. Regardless of the circumstances, it's a good idea to get an appraisal from Barnstable/Plymouth Appraisal Services so both parties are entirely aware of the true market value of their home. The parties will have a good 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 assessment. Accurate and fair estate liquidationThe loss of a loved one is a painful time in life, and settling an estate from a death, or probate, often requires an appraisal to establish Fair 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. Unlike wealthier individuals, most Americans don't have dedicated estate planners or executors to handle these matters. And since 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 walk away knowing they've received a fair deal. Relocate to or from County through an employee relocation programEmployee relocation can be a stressful event, and we understand. We take great care in organizing a convenient appointment time for the appraisal inspection. We encourage relocating employees to provide remarks on the positive features of their property, along with information regarding any current sales or listings in their neighborhood that they want considered during our detailed inspection. Close on your home quickly — at an accurate priceWhether you want to sell your home on your own or with the help of a real estate agent, a professional appraisal can help you make a more informed decision regarding your selling price. An appraiser has no vested interest in what price the house sells for, unlike real estate agents. Our fees aren't related to the sales price, but rather they are calculated on our efforts to finish the appraisal report. We analyze the difference in value things like an additional bathroom or a kitchen remodel can make on a daily basis. And we're experts in knowing how long homesstay on the market. So, obtaining a professional appraisal is a reliable way to decide what improvements will add value and what an applicable sales price is for your home so you don't come up short or have your house on the market an unnecessarily long time. 
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