Reasons to get an appraisal from Appraisal Fairy PLLC

Thousands of people in Texas purchase, sell or refinance their home each year. Most of these transactions include a simple line item for an appraisal. And even though there are a developing number of automated home valuation systems that might seem more practical than an appraisal, almost all lenders still call for a local expert because the stakes are very high. Is obtaining a mortgage the only reason to acquire an appraisal? Are there more cases when the services of a licensed, independent real estate professional could be helpful? Of course.

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Challenge your tax assessment

If you are in an area where the value of property has declined, it's possible you're paying too much in property taxes. When building your case, an appraisal from us is your best evidence. We can assist you in appealing your tax assessment.

PMI removal to reduce your mortgage payment

Private Mortgage Insurance, or PMI, is a supplemental insurance policy that nearly all lenders ask homeowners to purchase when the amount being loaned to the home owner is more than 80% of the actual value of the property. This additional payment is often folded into the monthly mortgage payment and is promptly forgotten. This is bad because PMI is unnecessary when the remaining balance of the loan - whether through market appreciation or principal pay down - goes below the 80% mark. In fact, the Homeowners Protection Act (HPA) of 1998 was invoked by the United States Congress that requires lenders to do away with the PMI payments when the loan-to-value ratio conditions have been met.

If you'd like to eliminate PMI, Appraisal Fairy PLLC will give you a statement regarding the value of your home. The cost of the appraisal can usually be offset in little time because you'll no longer be paying the PMI.

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Settle a divorce with less stress

A divorce can be a particularly traumatic experience for both parties, and it is often further complicated by the difficult decision of who keeps the house. So both parties are fully aware of the true market value of their home, it's a good idea to order an appraisal from Appraisal Fairy PLLC, regardless of the situation.

If the parties need to sell the home, they'll have a a good 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 evaluation.

Ascertain a fair and accurate valuation for estate liquidation

The death of a loved one is a difficult 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. We guarantee the highest degree of discretion, as we're bound with confidentiality by the ethics provision within the Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice (USPAP).

Unlike wealthier individuals, most Americans do not have dedicated estate planners or executors to handle these matters. And since a home or other property often makes up an unequal share of the total estate value, understanding the true worth of the real estate at hand is of vital importance to ensuring disputing parties leave knowing they've gotten a fair deal.

Move to or from Harris County through an employee relocation program

We know the stress involved with an employee relocation. We take great care in establishing an accommodating appointment time for the appraisal inspection. We encourage relocating employees to provide feedback on the positive attributes of their property, along with information about any new sales or listings in their neighborhood that they want considered during our detailed inspection.

Sell your home promptly — for an accurate price

A professional appraisal will help you make a more informed decision when determining your asking price, whether you choose to sell your home on your own or use the assistance of a real estate agent. Apart from a real estate agent, an appraiser has no vested interest in what amount the house sells for. Our fees depend on our efforts to finish the appraisal report and not a percentage of the sales price.

We analyze the difference in value items like an extra bathroom or a kitchen remodel can make on a daily basis. And we're experts in knowing how long housesare on the market. So, obtaining a professional appraisal is a trusted way to determine what improvements will add value and what an appropriate sales price is for your home so you don't come up short or have your house on the market an unnecessarily long time.

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