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Home Appraisals – What Do They Look For?

D Fritz Appraisals

Home appraisers are trained to inspect and measure your property and perform comparisons that result in an accurate valuation for the current housing market. There are two main parts to a Home Appraisal: Inspection of the property. Type and age of plumbing and other systems (condition would be determined during a home inspection ).

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Pre-Appraisal Checklist for Homeowners

D Fritz Appraisals

Home inspection reports (current and previous). If you’re unsure about the difference between each, we have a helpful blog post on home inspections vs. home appraisals. Any easements or encroachments – any part of the property should be accounted for to get the most accurate estimate of the land value. Interior Care.

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The Home Appraisal Checklist Form [Digital and Printable]

Realvals

I’m often asked by homeowners if there is anything they need to do to prepare for the home inspection. Keep in mind, this checklist only applies if you are having an inspection done on your property. The condition is something that every appraiser looks for on every home appraisal inspection. Easements or encroachments.