Will I Get a Copy of the Appraisal Report?

This is one of the most asked questions and the answer is, Yes.  During the loan process the lender is required by law to provide you a copy of the Real Estate Appraisal either before closing or at closing (depending on your agreement with the lender). The lender is...

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...

First Day of Spring! Preserve Your Home’s Value

Spring is here and there are a few things on the “honey do list” that can be done to preserve your home’s value. Check these items off your list before the beautiful weather lures you off to play. Clean the gutters. Gutters direct water away from your foundation. If...

Go Red for Women! American Heart Health Month

Do you know what causes heart disease in women? What about the survival rate? Or whether women of all ethnicities share the same risk? The fact is: Heart disease is the No. 1 killer of women, causing 1 in 3 deaths each year. That’s approximately one woman every...

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?