6 Reasons you should order an appraisal from Accurate Appraisals of North CarolinaThousands of people in North Carolina purchase, sell or refinance their home every year. Many of these transactions consist of a simple line item for an appraisal. Almost all lenders still call for a local expert because the stakes are very high, even though there are a growing number of automated home valuation systems that might seem more cost-effective than an appraisal. You might believe that getting a mortgage is the only reason to acquire an appraisal, but there are other instances when the services of a certified, independent real estate professional might come in handy. ![]() Dispute your tax assessment in Pender CountyIf you reside in an area where the property value has depreciated, it's possible you're paying too much in property taxes. When building your case, an appraisal from us is your best evidence. At Accurate Appraisals of North Carolina, we're qualified to assist you in appealing your tax assessment. Removing PMI for mortgage paymentsPrivate Mortgage Insurance, or PMI, is an additional insurance plan that almost all lenders ask homeowners to buy when the amount being loaned to the homebuyer is more than 80% of the actual value of the property. This additional payment is often folded into the monthly mortgage payment and is quickly forgotten. PMI is unnecessary when the leftover balance of the loan - whether through market appreciation or principal pay down - falls below the 80% level, making this very unfavorable. In fact, the United States Congress implemented a law in 1998 (the Homeowners Protection Act of 1998) requiring lenders to remove the PMI payments when the loan-to-value ratio conditions have been met. Accurate Appraisals of North Carolina will produce a statement regarding the value of your home, and the price you paid for the home valuation can often be recovered in a short amount of time because you'll no longer be paying the PMI. Get your appraisal from Accurate Appraisals of North Carolina Order onlineDivorce settlement with fewer hang-upsA divorce is a very horrible event for the parties involved, and it is often even more complicated by the hard decision of who keeps the home. So both parties are completely aware of the true market value of their house, it's a good idea to get an appraisal from Accurate Appraisals of North Carolina, regardless of the situation. If the parties need to sell the home, they'll have a better idea of what price to set. And on the flip side, if a "buyout" is the chosen option, both parties will feel like they've received a fair assessment. Ascertain an accurate and fair valuation for estate liquidationThe loss of a loved one is a painful time in life, and settling an estate from a death, or probate, often calls for an appraisal to establish Fair Market Value for the real estate involved. The ethics provision within the Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice (USPAP) binds us with confidentiality, ensuring the highest degree of discretion. Most Americans don't have dedicated estate planners or executors to take care of these matters, unlike many wealthy individuals. A home or other property often makes up an unequal share of the total estate value, so understanding the true worth of the real estate at hand is of vital importance to ensuring disputing parties walk away knowing they've received an honest deal. Relocate to or from Pender County through an employee relocation programWe know the stress associated with an employee relocation. That being said, we take great care in setting up an accommodating appointment time for the appraisal inspection. We encourage relocating employees to provide remarks on the positive characteristics of their property, as well as information regarding any current sales or listings in their area that they want considered during our intensive inspection. Close on your home promptly — for the right priceA professional appraisal can help you make a more informed decision regarding your selling price, whether you decide to sell your home on your own or with the help of a real estate agent. Unlike a real estate agent, an appraiser has no vested interest in what amount the house sells for. Our fees aren't related to the sales price, but rather they are based on our efforts to complete the appraisal report. We determine the difference in value things like an extra bathroom or a kitchen remodel can make on a daily basis. And we're experts in knowing how long homesstay on the market. So, obtaining a professional appraisal is a reliable way to determine what improvements will add value and what an applicable sales price is for your home so you don't come up short or have your house on the market an unnecessarily long time. ![]() |