Reasons someone would call Appraisal Concept Services

To many, an appraisal is simply a line item in the long list of items for a home purchase or refinance. Nearly all lenders still call for a local expert because the stakes are so high, even though there are a multiplying number of automated home valuation systems that may seem more practical than an appraisal. You might assume that getting a mortgage is the only reason you should get an appraisal, but there are additional times when the services of a certified, independent real estate professional could come in handy.


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Let Appraisal Concept Services help you challenge your tax assessment in Riverside County

It's likely you're paying too much in property taxes if you live in an area where property values have declined. Property taxes are determined by a previous assessment of your home, so if values have declined in your neighborhood, you can appeal your assessment and save money. When building your case, an appraisal from Appraisal Concept Services is your best evidence. We're qualified to assist you in challenging your tax assessment.

Let Appraisal Concept Services assist you in lowering your mortgage payment

Private Mortgage Insurance, or PMI, is an additional insurance policy that almost all lenders ask homeowners to purchase when the amount being loaned to the home owner is more than 80% of the actual value of the property. This added payment is often bundled into the monthly mortgage payment and is quickly forgotten. This is damaging because PMI is unnecessary when the leftover balance of the loan - whether through market appreciation or principal pay down - dips below the 80% level. In fact, the United States Congress implemented a law in 1998 (the Homeowners Protection Act of 1998) that requires lenders to remove the PMI payments when the loan-to-value ratio conditions have been met.

Appraisal Concept Services will provide you with a statement regarding the value of your home, and the price you paid for the home valuation can generally be recovered in a short amount of time because you'll no longer be paying the PMI.

Settling a divorce with less stress

A divorce is an especially daunting ordeal for the parties involved, and it is often even more complicated by the difficult decision of who gets the house. So both parties are completely aware of the true market value of their home, it's a good idea to order an appraisal from Appraisal Concept Services, regardless of the circumstances.

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

Trustworthy estate liquidation

The death 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 Market Value for the real estate involved. We ensure the maximum 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. A home or other property often makes up an uneven 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 received an honest deal.

Let Appraisal Concept Services help you with relocating to or from Riverside County

We are familiar with the stress involved with an employee relocation. That being said, we take great care in establishing a convenient appointment time for the appraisal inspection. During our thorough process, we suggest employees that are moving to provide input on the positive aspects of their property, as well as information about any new sales or listings in their neighborhood that they want considered.

Sell your home quickly at the right price

A professional appraisal will help you make a more informed decision regarding your asking price, whether you want to sell your home on your own or with the help of a real estate agent. With much different interests than a real estate agent, an appraiser has no vested interest in what price the house sells for. Our fees are based on our efforts to perform the appraisal report and and aren't related to the sales price.

On a daily basis, we examine the difference in value items like an additional bathroom or a kitchen remodel can make. And we're experts in knowing how long homes are on the market. So, seeking 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 too long, costing you hassle and money.