Why get an appraisal from Neer Appraisal Service?

To a lot of us, an appraisal is simply one more thing on the break-sheet for a mortgage or refinance. Even though there are an increasing number of automated home valuation processes that may seem cheaper than an appraisal, the majority of lenders still call in a local expert because the stakes are very high. You might assume that securing a mortgage is the only reason to get an appraisal, but there are more cases when the services of a certified, independent real estate professional might be helpful.

For real estate appraisals in Macon and Macon County, it's easiest when your order online from Neer Appraisal Service, just click here.

Dispute your tax assessment in Macon County

It's quite possible you're paying too much in property taxes if you reside in an area where property values have depreciated. Property taxes are based upon a previous assessment of your real estate, so if prices have declined in your neighborhood, you can challenge your assessment and save money. When building your case, an appraisal from Neer Appraisal Service is your best evidence. At Neer Appraisal Service, we're qualified to assist you in disputing your tax assessment.

Let Neer Appraisal Service help you eliminate PMI to lower your mortgage payment

Private Mortgage Insurance, or PMI, is an extra insurance policy that many lenders ask homebuyers to purchase when the amount being loaned to the homebuyer is more than 80% of the actual value of the real estate. This extra payment is often bundled into the monthly mortgage payment and is quickly forgotten. PMI isn't required when the leftover balance of the loan - whether through market appreciation or principal pay down - falls below the 80% level, making this very unfortunate. In fact, the United States Congress implemented a law in 1998 (the Homeowners Protection Act of 1998) requiring lenders to dismiss the PMI payments when the loan-to-value ratio conditions have been met.

If you'd like to get rid of PMI, Neer Appraisal Service can give you a statement regarding the value of your home. The price you paid for the home valuation can usually be recovered in a short amount of time because you'll no longer be paying the PMI.

Divorce settlement with less stress

A divorce is a particularly heartbreaking ordeal for the parties involved, and it is often even more complicated by the challenging 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 Neer Appraisal Service, regardless of the circumstances.

The parties will have a better idea of what price to set, if they want to sell the home. And if a "buyout" is the chosen option, both parties will feel like they've gotten a fair evaluation.

Fair and accurate estate liquidation with Neer Appraisal ServiceSettling an estate

The death 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 Market Value for the real estate involved. The ethics provision within the Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice (USPAP) binds us with confidentiality, guaranteeing the fullest degree of discretion.

Unlike wealthier individuals, most Americans don't have dedicated estate planners or executors to manage these issues. And seeing that a home or other property often makes up an uneven share of the total estate value, knowing the absolute value of the real estate at hand is of vital importance to ensuring disputing parties walk away knowing they've received an honest deal.

Neer Appraisal Service can assist you in relocating to or from Macon County

We understand the headaches involved with an employee relocation. That's why we take great care in establishing a convenient appointment time for the appraisal inspection. During our detailed process, we recommend relocating employees to provide input on the positive attributes of their property, along with information about any new sales or listings in their area that they want considered.

Let Neer Appraisal Service assist you in selling your home quickly at the right price

A professional appraisal can help you make a more informed decision when determining your asking price, whether you choose to sell your home on your own or with the help of a real estate agent. With much different interests than a real estate agent, an appraiser has no vested interest in what price the house sells for. The price we charge isn't related to the sales price, but rather they rest on our efforts to finish the appraisal.

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