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Home Appraisals for Owners & Buyers

How To Avoid A Low Home Appraisal

A low home appraisal occurs when a licensed appraiser determines your property’s market value is below the agreed purchase price, affecting approximately 8-10% of real

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04/08/2025

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Home Appraisals for Owners & Buyers

What Devalues A Home Appraisal And How Can You Prevent It?

Five critical factors significantly devalue home appraisals and reduce property market value: poor property condition (visible damage, major system issues), unfavorable location (high-crime areas, declining

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04/06/2025

Home Appraisals for Owners & Buyers

What Is Typically Included In A Home Appraisal Report?

A home appraisal report contains a comprehensive property evaluation using three primary valuation methods: sales comparison approach (comparing 3-4 similar sold properties), cost approach (calculating

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04/04/2025

Home Appraisals for Owners & Buyers

Why Is A Home Appraisal Important In The Real Estate Market?

A home appraisal is essential for real estate transactions because it provides an objective, professional evaluation of property value that protects buyers from overpaying, helps

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04/02/2025

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Residential Appraisals

Why Would Someone Get A House Appraised?

Home appraisals are required for mortgage approvals, refinancing, and home equity loans, with homeowners ordering them for nine primary reasons: buying or selling property, refinancing

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03/31/2025

How a Home Appraisal Influences the Selling Price

Home Appraisals for Owners & Buyers

How Does A Home Appraisal Influence The Selling Price?

A home appraisal directly impacts a property’s selling price by providing an unbiased professional valuation that influences negotiations, financing approval, and market confidence. When appraisals

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03/29/2025

Costs of a Home Appraisal in New York State

Home Appraisals for Owners & Buyers

How Much Does A Home Appraisal Cost In New York State?

A home appraisal in New York State costs approximately $625 for single-family homes, though prices vary based on property type, size, and complexity. Traditional appraisals

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03/27/2025

Home Appraisals for Owners & Buyers

How Soon After A Home Inspection Is A Home Appraisal?

A home appraisal typically occurs 1-2 weeks after the home inspection is completed. This timeline can vary based on lender processing speed, appraiser availability, and

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03/25/2025

Homeowners Preparing for a Home Appraisal

Home Appraisals for Owners & Buyers

How Do You Prepare For A Home Appraisal Effectively?

To prepare for a home appraisal, gather essential documents (property deed, tax bills, improvement receipts), make minor repairs, clean and declutter your home, improve curb

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03/23/2025

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How To Avoid A Low Home Appraisal

What Devalues A Home Appraisal And How Can You Prevent It?

What Is Typically Included In A Home Appraisal Report?

Why Is A Home Appraisal Important In The Real Estate Market?

Why Would Someone Get A House Appraised?

How Does A Home Appraisal Influence The Selling Price?

How Much Does A Home Appraisal Cost In New York State?

How Soon After A Home Inspection Is A Home Appraisal?

How Do You Prepare For A Home Appraisal Effectively?

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