Why you should order an appraisal from Appraisal Quest Co. (805) 469-3088Thousands of people in California purchase, sell or refinance their home each month. Many of these transactions have a simple line item for an appraisal. While there are a developing number of automated home valuation methods that might appear to be more cost-effective than an appraisal, practically all lenders still need a local expert because the stakes are incredibly high. You might think that getting a mortgage is the only reason to get an appraisal, but there are more cases when the services of a licensed, independent real estate professional might come in handy. 
Challenge your tax assessment in Ventura CountyIf you live in an area where the value of property has 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 can assist you in challenging your tax assessment. Remove PMI to lower your mortgage paymentWhen the amount being loaned to the home owneris more than 80% of the actual value of the real estate, most lenders ask buyers to buy this additional insurance plan. That policy is Private Mortgage Insurance, or PMI. Most often, this extra payment is bundled into the monthly mortgage payment and is soon forgotten. This is unfavorable because PMI isn't required when the remainder of the loan - whether through market appreciation or principal pay down - falls below the 80% level. In fact, the United States Congress invoked a law in 1998 (the Homeowners Protection Act of 1998) that requires lenders to remove the PMI payments when the loan-to-value ratio conditions have been met. If you'd like to get rid of PMI, Appraisal Quest Co. (805) 469-3088 will produce a statement regarding the value of your home. The cost of the appraisal can usually be regained in a short amount of time because you'll no longer be paying the PMI. Order your appraisal from Appraisal Quest Co. (805) 469-3088 today Order todayDivorce settlement with less stressA divorce is often complicated by the strenuous decision of who maintains the house, and it can be an especially traumatic event for both parties. Regardless of the situation, it's a good idea to get an appraisal from Appraisal Quest Co. (805) 469-3088 so both parties are fully aware of the true market value of their property. If the parties wish to sell the home, they'll have a a good idea of what price to set. And if a "buyout" is the chosen option, both parties will feel like they've received a fair evaluation. Fair and accurate estate liquidationLosing a loved one is a painful time in life, and settling an estate from a death, or probate, often requires 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 maximum degree of discretion. Unlike wealthier individuals, most Americans don't have dedicated estate planners or executors to take care of these issues. And since a home or other property often makes up an unequal share of the total estate value, knowing the true worth of the real estate at hand is of significant importance to ensuring disputing parties leave knowing they've received a fair deal. Move to or from Ventura County for workEmployee relocation is a stressful event, and we understand. That's why we take great care in setting up an accommodating appointment time for the appraisal inspection. During our thorough inspection, we suggest relocating employees to provide feedback on the positive attributes of their property, as well as information about any current sales or listings in their area that they want considered. Sell your home promptly — for the right priceWhether you want to sell your home on your own or use the assistance of a real estate agent, a professional appraisal can help you make a better educated decision when determining your selling price. Unlike a real estate agent, an appraiser has no vested interest in what price the house sells for. Our fees are calculated on our efforts to finish the appraisal report and not a percentage of the sales price. On a daily basis, we determine the difference in value items like an additional bathroom or a kitchen remodel can make. And we're experts in knowing how long propertiesare on the market. So, seeking a professional appraisal is a reliable way to decide 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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