Important Information About Appraisal Waivers Imagine this: You’re buying a home, and your lender offers you an appraisal waiver. You’re told this will save time, reduce hassle, and even cut costs. It sounds like a great deal, right? But what if I told you that skipping the appraisal could lead to overpaying for your home, […]
The Hidden Risks of Appraisal Waivers: What Homebuyers and Homeowners Need to Know
March 4, 2025 By 10 Comments
Appraisal 101: Key Facts You Might Not Know
January 29, 2025 By 4 Comments
Brush Up On Your Appraisal Knowledge Most people have a basic understanding of the appraisal process. If you’ve ever purchased a home or refinanced your mortgage you’ve most likely had to get your home appraised. On the surface it looks like the appraiser visits your home, does some measuring, and looks around. Beyond what you […]
How to Appeal Your High Property Tax Assessment: A Homeowner’s Guide
May 28, 2024 By 3 Comments
Strategies to Appeal Your High Property Tax Assessment As of May 24, 2024, the Jefferson County Board of Equalization protest period is open and runs until June 24, 2024. For those living in Shelby County, the protest period ended on April 28th. I thought I would take some time in this week’s blog post to […]
Appraisal Frights: 13 Terrifying Property Pitfalls That’ll Haunt Your Home’s Value
October 29, 2023 By 2 Comments
Avoid These Property Pitfalls To Ensure Your Home Appraises For Top Dollar It’s that time of year when we don our spookiest costumes and tell spine-tingling tales of haunted houses and things that go bump in the night. But what about those not-so-supernatural property pitfalls that can send shivers down your spine during a real […]
15 Reasons Your Home May Not Appraise for the Expected Value: Tips for Homeowners
August 30, 2023 By 3 Comments
A Look at Why Your Home May Not Appraise for The Expected Value When it comes to selling or refinancing your home, one of the crucial steps is the appraisal process. Appraisals determine the market value of your property, which affects your ability to secure a loan or make a profitable sale. However, it’s not […]
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