Home Makeover

  Excited about your home makeover…Homeowners often assume that spending $25,000 on a new kitchen will raise the value of their house by $25,000. But that’s rarely the case, home-improvement projects often are not worth the price in a resale situation. The...

Looking like a good year for real estate!

Sharing an article from our software company…. Appraisal volume rose again this month, increasing 3.8% for the week of March 6, according to the latest report from a la mode, an appraisal forms software company that tracks appraisal volume throughout the...

Divorce Blog

Appraisals for land and homes are not just given when homes are bought or sold. They are also provided for Georgia couples who are getting a divorce and need to know the value of the home and/or land in question. Obtaining an appraisal as a result of a divorce can be...

Appraisals for land and homes

Appraisals for land and homes in a small rural market can be complicated. The following are some pointers that can help you choose an appraiser who will provide an accurate assessment of your property. Certification and Experience Certification is a must, as it shows...

Residential Appraisals for Land and Homes in Northern Georgia

Having your land or home appraised is a crucial step in determining the value of your property. In Northern Georgia, there are several choices available when searching for an appraiser. However, you should know the right questions to ask so you can feel confident that...

What is a USDA Appraisal?

What is a USDA Appraisal? It’s an appraisal for Rural Development Housing Loans offered to rural property owners by the US Department of Agriculture. As of 10/01/2015 the USDA requires whole house inspections on existing dwellings. The USDA – Section 502 Direct Loan...

USDA Home Loan Program

Have you heard?… A USDA home loan from the USDA loan program, is a mortgage loan offered to rural property owners by the United States Department of Agriculture. State directors were informed starting 10/1/2015 that the USDA will begin requiring whole house...

FHA Appraisals and Your Roof

  It’s the appraiser’s job to be sure your roof meets minimum FHA standards. The appraiser is looking to see if there are signs that the roof leaks or allows moisture to enter the home. FHA also requires the roof to have a remaining physical life of at least two...