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How to Find the Right Appraiser
If you are planning to sell, buy, or refinance your home, you may need to get an appraisal of its value. An appraisal is an unbiased estimate of the market value of a property based on various factors such as location, condition, features, and recent sales of similar properties in the area. An appraisal can help you determine the fair price of your home.
But how do you find the right appraiser for your home? Here are some tips to help you choose a qualified, reliable, and professional appraiser who can provide you with an accurate and credible appraisal report.
What is an Appraiser?
An appraiser is a person who is trained and licensed to perform appraisals of real estate properties. Appraisers must follow the Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice (USPAP), which are the ethical and performance guidelines for the appraisal profession. Appraisers must also comply with the state laws and regulations that govern their practice.
There are different terms used for appraisers, such as:
Property appraiser: A general term for any type of appraiser who appraises real estate estate, including homes, land, or commercial buildings.
Home appraiser: A specific term for an appraiser who specializes in appraising residential properties, such as single-family homes, condos, or townhouses.
Real estate appraiser: Another general term for any type appraiser who appraises various types of real estate.
Residential appraiser: An appraiser who specializes in appraising 1-4 family properties.
Desktop appraiser: An appraiser who appraises property without inspecting the property by using data and information from online sources, such as tax records, MLS records, etc. A desktop appraisal is usually faster and cheaper than a full appraisal, but it may not be as accurate or reliable.
Tax appraiser: An appraiser who works for the government to assess the value of properties for tax purposes.
How to Find an Appraiser?
There are several ways to find an appraiser for your home, such as:
Asking for referrals: You can ask your friends, family, neighbors, or colleagues who have recently sold or bought a home for recommendations of appraisers they have used or know. You can also ask your real estate agent, lender, or attorney for referrals of appraisers they trust and work with regularly.
Searching online: You can use online platforms, such as Google to search for appraisers near you. You can filter your search by location, property type, appraisal type, and appraiser credentials. You can also view the appraisers’ profiles, ratings, reviews, and fees.
Checking credentials: You can verify the appraisers’ credentials, such as their license, certification, education, and membership in professional associations, such as the Appraisal Institute. You can check the appraisers’ license status and disciplinary history on the website of your state’s appraisal board or regulatory agency. You can also check the appraisers’ certification status and designation on the website of the Appraisal Foundation or the Appraisal Subcommittee.
How to Choose an Appraiser?
Once you have a list of potential appraisers, you can narrow down your choices by comparing them based on the following criteria:
Experience: You want to choose an appraiser who has sufficient experience in appraising properties similar to yours, in terms of size, style, condition, location, and market.
Quality: You want to choose an appraiser who can provide you with a high-quality appraisal report that is accurate, reliable, and compliant with the USPAP and state standards. You can also check the appraisers’ ratings, reviews, and feedback from their previous clients, and see if they have any complaints or disputes filed against them.
Cost: You want to choose an appraiser who can offer you a reasonable and competitive fee for their service. The cost of an appraisal may vary depending on the type, size, complexity, and location of the property, as well as the appraiser’s qualifications, reputation, and demand. You can ask the appraisers for a quote or an estimate of their fee.
Availability: You want to choose an appraiser who can complete and deliver the appraisal report within your desired time frame. The turnaround time of an appraisal may vary depending on the appraiser’s workload, schedule, and efficiency, as well as the availability of data and information.
Conclusion
Finding the right appraiser for your home can be a challenging and important task, as it can affect the outcome of your home sale, purchase, etc. By following the tips above, you can find a qualified, reliable, and professional appraiser who can provide you with an accurate and credible appraisal of your home’s value.
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