Serving Lakeland, MI and surrounding areas
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In business since 2005
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"Great appraiser!! Very efficient and I would highly recommend."
Serving Lakeland, MI and surrounding areas
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In business since 2004
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"Professional, on time, timely received appraisal in a professional format."
Serving Lakeland, MI and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 1992
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"Needed a quick appraisal. Ken came out same day, received appraisal 24 hrs later!"
Serving Lakeland, MI and surrounding areas
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In business since 2018
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Offers commercial services
"Very prompt in getting the appraisal back to me. I like their immediate attention. They offered assistance and follow-up even after the job was done. Thank you!"
Serving Lakeland, MI and surrounding areas
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Super Service Award Winner
In business since 2012
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Offers commercial services
"Dany showed up right on time with no issues and we were very happy with him and highly recommend him for every Apprasial need"
Serving Lakeland, MI and surrounding areas
In business since 2001
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"I left a message. I got a return call within the hour. The appraisal was scheduled for the next day. He called to say he was 20 minutes behind but on his way. He came, did the appraisal and I got my written copy within 10 days!"
Serving Lakeland, MI and surrounding areas
In business since 2009
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"It was a great experience. They made everything simple and worry free."
Serving Lakeland, MI and surrounding areas
In business since 2004
Free estimates
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"FRIENDLY, ANSWER ALL MY QUESTION ,PROFESSIONAL,"
Serving Lakeland, MI and surrounding areas
In business since 2003
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"Marketplace Homes has managed two residential rental properties for me, and everything has always been very easy. They coordinate showings, negotiated rent with tenants, and hired contractors as needed at each property. I would use them for any rental property I have in the future!"
Serving Lakeland, MI and surrounding areas
In business since 1992
Free estimates
Credit card accepted
At Smith & Associates, we specialize in providing professional real estate valuation services in southeast Michigan. Appraisal reports are prepared with the precision that the industry demands; and all of our reports are prepared in compliance with the Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice. \n\nWe appraise all types of residential properties; including but not limited to single family homes, condominium units, and 2-4 family properties. We appraiser regularly for divorce and court proceedings, pre listing valuations and for personal and estate planning situations.\n\nWith over 25 years of appraisal experience, we have built our business on integrity, paying close attention to the details!\nPlease call us today!
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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