Appraisal Cost vs. Actual Physical Inspection Time

The physical inspection of the residential property being appraised can take approximately fifteen minutes to a couple hours, depending upon the size and complexity of the property. The onsite inspection is typically the easiest part of the process. After the initial...

Groundhog Predictions

Good ole’ Groundhog Day is here and if you are like me, then you too are ready to see an early spring!  What will Mr. Phil predict?

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...

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...