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Reasons to get an appraisal from Appraisal Service of Idaho

To a lot of people, an appraisal is simply another cost in the long list of items for a home sale or refinance. Almost all lenders still need a local expert because the stakes are incredibly high, even though there are a developing number of automated home valuation processes that might appear more practical than an appraisal. You might assume that obtaining a mortgage is the only reason to acquire an appraisal, but there are more times when the services of a licensed, independent real estate professional might be helpful.

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Challenge your tax assessment in Canyon County

If you are in an area where property values have depreciated, it's possible you're paying too much in property taxes. When building your case, an appraisal from us is your best evidence. We're equipped to assist you in disputing your tax assessment.

PMI removal to reduce your mortgage payment

When the amount being loaned to the home owneris more than 80% of the actual value of the property, many lenders ask homeowners to purchase this additional insurance plan. That policy is Private Mortgage Insurance, or PMI. Most often, this added payment is folded into the monthly mortgage payment and is promptly forgotten. PMI isn't necessary when the remainder of the loan - whether through market appreciation or principal pay down - falls below the 80% level, making this very unfortunate. In fact, the Homeowners Protection Act (HPA) of 1998 was passed by the United States Congress that requires lenders to do away with the PMI payments when the loan-to-value ratio conditions have been met.

If you'd like to get rid of PMI, Appraisal Service of Idaho can provide you with a statement regarding the value of your home. The cost of the home valuation can generally be regained in little time because you'll no longer be paying the PMI.

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Get a clear valuation on a home take make a divorce settlement less stressful

A divorce is a particularly horrible event for the parties involved, and it is often even more complicated by the burdensome decision of who keeps the house. So both parties are entirely aware of the true market value of their house, it's a good idea to order an appraisal from Appraisal Service of Idaho, regardless of the circumstances.

The parties will have a clearer picture of what price to set, if they want to sell the home. And on the flip side, if a "buyout" is the chosen option, both parties will feel like they've received a fair evaluation.

Accurate and fair estate liquidation

The loss of a loved one is a hard time in life, and settling an estate from a death, or probate, often calls for an appraisal to establish Fair Market Value for the real estate involved. The ethics provision within the Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice (USPAP) binds us with confidentiality, ensuring the fullest degree of discretion.

Most Americans don't have dedicated estate planners or executors to handle these matters, unlike wealthy individuals. A home or other property often makes up a disproportionate share of the total estate value, so knowing the true worth of the real estate at hand is of vital importance to ensuring disputing parties leave knowing they've received a fair deal.

Move to or from Canyon County for work

Employee relocation is a stressful event, and we understand. That being said, we take great care in organizing a convenient appointment time for the appraisal inspection. We encourage relocating employees to provide remarks on the positive aspects of their property, along with information regarding any current sales or listings in their area that they want considered during our intensive inspection.

Sell your home quickly — for an accurate price

Whether you want to sell your home on your own or use the assistance of a real estate agent, a professional appraisal will help you make a more informed decision regarding your asking price. An appraiser has no vested interest in what price the house sells for, unlike real estate agents. Our fees rest on our efforts to finish the appraisal report and not a percentage of the sales price.

On a daily basis, we examine the difference in value items like an additional bathroom or a kitchen remodel can make. And we're experts in knowing how long housesare on the market. So, obtaining a professional appraisal is a trusted way to determine what improvements will add value and what an applicable sales price is for your home so you don't come up short or have your house on the market an unnecessarily long time.

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