Serving Apollo Beach, FL and surrounding areas
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In business since 1957
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"Can provide references to service provider who does remote appraisals by photograph"
Serving Apollo Beach, FL and surrounding areas
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In business since 2018
Credit card accepted
Offers commercial services
"I was looking to defend myself in a divorce. This appraisal helps me to pay less."
Serving Apollo Beach, FL and surrounding areas
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In business since 1986
Free estimates
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"Very professional Quick and I felt his appraisal was spot on. I was a mtg underwriter for 30 yrs Reviewed appraisals every day."
Serving Apollo Beach, FL and surrounding areas
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In business since 2006
Free estimates
Small jobs welcome
"All areas inspected and appraised with excellent results. Julie was very professional and pleasant to work with. Thank you, Charles Greer"
Serving Apollo Beach, FL and surrounding areas
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Super Service Award Winner
In business since 2002
Free estimates
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"I had the pleasure of working with Wojciech Leja (FYI he pronounces it Voy-CHECK) from My Florida Home Appraisal / and I couldn’t be more impressed with his professionalism and in-depth knowledge, particularly when it comes to navigating the FEMA 50/50 rule. Wojciech took the time to thoroughly explain the nuances of the 50/50 rule, which can be quite complex for homeowners. He made sure I fully understood how it applies to my property, helping me make informed decisions about potential FEMA assistance for repairs or rebuilding. His expertise in this area was invaluable and helped relieve a lot of stress. Beyond his expertise, Wojciech was prompt, responsive, and genuinely cared about ensuring I had a clear understanding of the process every step of the way. If you’re in Hillsborough/Pinellas and need someone who knows their stuff when it comes to FEMA regulations and appraisals, I highly recommend Wojciech Leja at My Florida at Home Appraisal."
Serving Apollo Beach, FL and surrounding areas
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In business since 2017
Free estimates
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"The best appraiser in the state of Florida. Highly regarded with many different certificates from governing bodies. Reports are incredibly detailed. He has you covered from A to Z."
Serving Apollo Beach, FL and surrounding areas
In business since 2002
Free estimates
Credit card accepted
"Very professional and the appraisal was done in a very timely fashion!"
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Serving Apollo Beach, FL and surrounding areas
In business since 1992
"Ed was extremely professional, prompt and efficient. His appraisal was thorough and final appraisal was completed the same day. Highly recommend Ed Peters."
Serving Apollo Beach, FL and surrounding areas
In business since 2000
Offers commercial services
"The appraiser Michael Kozenko was easy to work with, very professional, and answered all of my questions that I had for him. I would definitely refer him to anyone that needed an appraisal and talking to him he has years of experience in appraising which gave me comfort in appraising my property."
Serving Apollo Beach, FL and surrounding areas
In business since 2001
Free estimates
Credit card accepted
"Me Goldfarb was professional, returned my calls in a timely manner, and answered all of my questions, I would hire him again."
You can estimate a bathroom addition’s value between 10% to 20% of a home’s value. But this also accounts for extra square footage since homes with more bathrooms tend to have more space. When considering adding one, you should know that a bathroom generally adds only $5,000 to an appraisal price initially, with adjustments made for other factors like local home values.
Garages increase a property’s value by about 80% of the build price. The national average cost to build a garage is $23,900.
However, on an appraisal, a garage contributes to the whole rather than as a part. For example, if you have a garage, your appraiser then tries to compare it to nearby homes with garages, which often have a higher value.
A bedroom can add anywhere from $10,000 to $25,000 or more to an appraisal. It depends heavily on the size of the bedroom, the overall home’s value, the location, and what amenities it might include (like a walk-in closet).
A drive-by appraisal usually costs $100 to $150. For a drive-by appraisal, the appraiser only visually assesses the home's exterior, in addition to reviewing the real estate records on the home and comparing it to nearby homes.
An FHA appraisal costs between $400 and $700. Federal Housing Administration (FHA) loans are usually less strict, so the appraisals are often more affordable. VA appraisal fees range from $425 to $900 for a single-family home. Compared to FHA loans, VA loans can be more involved.
A home appraiser will look at the real estate paperwork related to the home, but they will also do an exterior and interior assessment. Reviews include the square footage of the home and/or acreage of the lot, the age and condition of the home, construction materials used, the general state of the economy and local market, and the design and style of the home, along with any special features it may have. While an appraiser won’t be as thorough as a home inspector, they will likely notice very obvious problems and defects.
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