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15 Reasons Your Home May Not Appraise for the Expected Value: Tips for Homeowners

Birmingham Appraisal

If there are few recent sales in your area, it can be challenging to establish an accurate appraisal value. These are locations that a potential buyer would also look at and that would provide a similar alternative. Being aware of locational factors can help you set more realistic expectations about the value of your home.

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How to Build Equity in Your Home

Chicagoland Appraisal Blog

What’s more, a proper appraisal will identify and should apply the costs associated with these upgrades in the appraisal of the home. A new kitchen is great, but if the roof leaks or you can’t heat it, you’re going to have some unhappy home buyers. . and that is extra equity for the homeowner.