Our Services
Value Estimates
At Hart and Howard, we can provide you with a pre-listing appraisal, ensuring both you and your agent have an accurate description of your home and its features, detailed analysis of comparable sales, and a realistic selling price so you attract more of the right offers, and don’t leave money on the table. A professional 3rd party appraisal is more accurate and detailed than a realtor-based Comparative Market Analysis and provides the following;
An effective tool for negotiating with agents and prospective buyers
Proof of your home’s value, to increase confidence and encourage offers
Highlights any repair problems upfront which eliminates issues that could delay closing or result in your sale falling through
Divorce
We know divorce is a difficult process, with many decisions to be made, including what happens to shared properties. Whether the home is being put up for sale or one party is buying out the other; one or both parties should hire the services of a professional appraiser to estimate the fair market value of the home.
We can ensure your appraisal for the asset division includes a well-supported, professional report that’s defensible in court.
Estates & Expert Testimony
When an estate has a transfer of ownership due to death or inheritance, a professional appraisal is frequently required for tax purposes.
The type of appraised value required depends on the particular needs of the estate. Your attorney or accountant should be able to direct you towards the type of value needed to process the estate.
We understand the complexities involved in assessing the value of a property under these difficult circumstances and will do our best to make the appraisal process run smoothly for you and your family.
Rates & Payment
Appraisal services starting at $600.
Contact us for a free price quote for the appraisal service that fits your needs.
Payment
Payment is due at the time of the inspection or prior to the delivery of the appraisal report. Hart and Howard accepts cash, checks, money orders, and PayPal.
About Rates
Rates are adjusted based on the complexity of the appraisal assignment. Complex property assignments may include retrospective valuations, rental analysis, hypothetical conditions related to value, and excessive deferred maintenance with a cost-to-cure analysis. Property characteristics that can influence rates include large structure/complex design, additional dwelling units (ADU), large outbuildings, or unique site improvements.