Why would you need an appraisal from Certified Appraisal, Inc.

Thousands of people in Washington purchase, sell or refinance their home each month. A lot of these transactions involve a simple line item for an appraisal. The majority of lenders still need a local expert because the stakes are so high, even though there are a developing number of automated home valuation processes that may appear to be more economical than an appraisal. You might think that securing a mortgage is the only reason you should get an appraisal, but there are more situations when the services of a certified, independent real estate professional could come in handy.

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Appeal your tax assessment in Spokane County

If you live in an area where property values have depreciated, it's possible you're paying too much in property taxes. When building your case, an appraisal from Appraisal & Consulting Services Northwest, inc. is your best evidence. At Appraisal & Consulting Services Northwest, inc., we're qualified to assist you in disputing your tax assessment.

Removing PMI will lower your mortgage payment

When the amount being loaned to the home owner is more than 80% of the actual value of the property, almost all lenders ask homebuyers to buy an added insurance policy. That policy is Private Mortgage Insurance, or PMI. This extra payment is often lumped into the monthly mortgage payment and is soon forgotten. This is unfortunate because PMI becomes unnecessary when the leftover balance of the loan - whether through market appreciation or principal pay down - dips below the 80% level. In fact, the Homeowners Protection Act (HPA) of 1998 was implemented by the United States Congress that requires lenders to dismiss the PMI installments on most mortgages when the balance is paid down to 78% of the original value.

If you'd like to eliminate PMI, Appraisal & Consulting Services Northwest, inc. can provide you with a statement regarding the value of your home. The cost of the home valuation can generally be offset in little time because you'll no longer be paying the PMI.

Settling a divorce with less stress

A divorce is a particularly daunting ordeal for the parties involved, and it is often further complicated by the hard decision of who gets the home. So both parties are fully aware of the true market value of their house, it's a good idea to order an appraisal from Appraisal & Consulting Services Northwest, inc., regardless of the circumstances.

If the parties wish to sell the home, they'll have a better idea of what price to set. And on the flip side, if a "buyout" is the chosen option, both parties will feel like they've received a fair assessment.

Fair and accurate estate liquidation

Losing 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 real estate involved. We ensure the utmost 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 do not have dedicated estate planners or executors to handle these affairs. And since a home or other property often makes up an uneven share of the total estate value, understanding the certain value of the real estate at hand is of significant importance to ensuring disputing parties leave knowing they've gotten an honest deal.

Relocating to or from Spokane County?

We are aware of the headaches involved with an employee relocation. That's why we take great care in setting up an accommodating appointment time for the appraisal inspection. During our intensive process, we encourage employees that are moving to provide remarks on the positive characteristics of their property, as well as information regarding any current sales or listings in their neighborhood that they want considered.

Let Certified Appraisal, Inc. assist you in selling your home quickly at the right price

A professional appraisal will help you make a better educated decision regarding your selling price, whether you decide to sell your home on your own or with the help of a real estate agent. Unlike a real estate agent, an appraiser has no vested interest in what amount the house sells for. The price we charge isn't contingent upon the value opinion we render, but rather they depend on our efforts to finish the appraisal.

We analyze the difference in value things like an additional bathroom or a kitchen remodel can make on a daily basis. Seeking a professional appraisal is a reliable way to determine 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 - because we're experts in knowing how long properties are one the market.