Reasons someone would use the services of Anne M. Dickinson Appraisals

Year after year, thousands of people in California buy, sell or refinance their home. Many of these transactions consist of a simple line item for an appraisal. And while there are an increasing number of automated home valuation methods that may appear more economical than an appraisal, almost all lenders still call in a local expert because the stakes are incredibly high. But is getting a mortgage the only basis for getting an appraisal? Are there also instances when the services of a certified, independent real estate professional might be helpful? Of course.

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Settling a divorce with less stress

A divorce can be an especially traumatic event for both parties, and it is often more complicated by the challenging decision of who keeps the home. Regardless of the circumstances, it's wise to order an appraisal from Anne M. Dickinson Appraisals so both parties are completely aware of the true market value of their property.

The parties will have a clearer picture of what price to set, if they want to sell the home. And on the flip side, if a "buyout" is the chosen option, both parties will feel like they've gotten a fair assessment.

Accurate and fair estate liquidation

The death of a loved one is a hard time in life, and settling an estate from a death, or probate, often requires an appraisal to establish Market Value for the residential property involved. The ethics provision within the Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice (USPAP) binds us with confidentiality, ensuring the utmost degree of discretion.

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 unequal share of the total estate value, so knowing the true value of the real estate at hand is of vital importance to ensuring disputing parties leave knowing they've gotten an honest deal.

Anne M. Dickinson Appraisals can help you with relocating to or from the Bay Area

Employee relocation can be a stressful event, and we understand. That's why we take great care in organizing a convenient appointment time for the appraisal inspection. During our intensive process, we encourage employees that are moving to provide input on the positive attributes of their property, along with information about any recent sales or listings in their neighborhood that they want considered.

Selling your home quickly at the right price

Whether you choose 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 regarding your selling price. An appraiser has no vested interest in what price the house sells for, unlike real estate agents. The price we charge isn't related to the sales price, but rather they are calculated on our efforts to finish the appraisal.

We analyze the difference in value things like an extra bathroom or a kitchen remodel can make on a daily basis. Getting a professional appraisal is a trusted way to decide 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 stay on the market.