Reasons to order an appraisalEvery year, thousands of people in Florida buy, sell or refinance their home. A lot of these transactions have a simple line item for an appraisal. The majority of lenders still call for a local expert because the stakes are so high, even though there are a growing number of automated home valuation systems that may appear more cost-effective than an appraisal. You might assume that securing a mortgage is the only reason to acquire an appraisal, but there are more situations when the services of a certified, independent real estate professional might come in handy. ![]() Challenge your tax assessment in Lee CountyIf you reside in an area where property values have depreciated, it's possible you're paying too much in property taxes. An appraisal from ValPro Appraisal LLC is your best evidence when building your case. We can assist you in appealing your tax assessment. PMI removal to lower a mortgage paymentWhen the amount being loaned to the home owneris more than 80% of the actual value of the property, almost all lenders ask buyers to purchase this additional insurance plan. That policy is Private Mortgage Insurance, or PMI. Seeing that extra payment is usually folded into the monthly mortgage payment, it is often forgotten. PMI becomes unnecessary when the leftover balance of the loan - whether through market appreciation or principal pay down - falls below the 80% mark, making this very unfavorable. In fact, the United States Congress implemented a law in 1998 (the Homeowners Protection Act of 1998) that requires lenders to remove the PMI payments when the loan-to-value ratio conditions have been met. If you'd like to do away with PMI, ValPro Appraisal LLC will provide you with a statement regarding the value of your home. The cost of the appraisal can often be regained in a short amount of time because you'll no longer be paying the PMI. Get your appraisal from ValPro Appraisal LLC Order onlineSettle a divorce with less stressA divorce is often complicated by the troublesome decision of who keeps the house, and it can be a particularly daunting occurrence for both parties. Regardless of the situation, it's a good idea to order an appraisal from ValPro Appraisal LLC so both parties are entirely aware of the true market value of their home. The parties will have a better idea of what price to set, if they want to sell the home. And if a "buyout" is the chosen option, both parties will feel like they've received a fair evaluation. Fair and accurate estate liquidationThe loss of a loved one is a hard time in life, and settling an estate from a death, or probate, often requires an appraisal to establish Fair Market Value for the real estate involved. We ensure the maximum degree of discretion, as we're bound with confidentiality by the ethics provision within the Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice (USPAP). Most Americans do not have dedicated estate planners or executors to handle these matters, unlike many wealthy individuals. And seeing that a home or other property often makes up an uneven share of the total estate value, understanding the true worth of the real estate at hand is of significant importance to ensuring disputing parties leave knowing they've gotten a fair deal. Move to or from Lee County for workEmployee relocation can be a stressful event, and we understand. That being said, we take great care in setting up a convenient appointment time for the appraisal inspection. During our thorough inspection, we encourage relocating employees to provide feedback on the positive aspects of their property, along with information about any new sales or listings in their neighborhood that they want considered. Sell your home promptly — for the right priceWhether you choose to sell your home on your own or with the help of a real estate agent, a professional appraisal will help you make a better educated decision regarding your asking price. An appraiser has no vested interest in what price the house sells for, unlike real estate agents. Our fees are based on our efforts to finish the appraisal report and and aren't related to the sales price. On a daily basis, we examine the difference in value things like an additional bathroom or a kitchen remodel can make. And we're experts in knowing how long propertiesare on the market. So, getting a professional appraisal is a reliable way to determine what improvements will add value and what a suitable sales price is for your home so you don't come up short or have your house on the market an unnecessarily long time. ![]() |