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James Beggs
4.9(
28
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Serving Long Beach, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2003

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"I had Mr. James Beggs appraised one of my properties first and see how he does. I needed the step up in basis appraisal done right away so i would have the report before taxes were to be due in April. Mr. Beggs was able to do the appraisal right away, he arrived on time for our appointment to meet with him, explained my options on the appraisals and had the appraisal report within a few days. I was happy that he was able to do it right away and I was satisfied of his work so i requested him to do my other two properties as well. I requested for him to send me an online and a hard copy report of the appraisals and he did. Im a happy and a thankful client. Thanks Mr. Beggs and thank you too Home Advisor! This is my second time i used this site."
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Penny Smith Realtor/Appraiser
5.0(
180
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Serving Long Beach, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1978

Customers say: True professional

"My house is in a very “mixed” area with roads not listed on maps , septic and propane…I thought she did a great and fair job of appraising…."
Additional Photos
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+23

Response time7 hrs
Response rate100%
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First Source Appraisal, Inc.
4.7(
164
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Serving Long Beach, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2004

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Damon with First Choice Appraisal was very responsive and completed the appraisal ahead of schedule. Very happy with the work and the price was very reasonable."
Conf Room
building
building
Building
Response time7 hrs
Response rate90%
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NorthStar Appraisal Services
4.7(
92
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Serving Long Beach, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2003

Free estimates

Customers say: Quality work

"Jeanine was prompt, pleasant, and professional. She measured and photographed all aspects of the property. Appraisal report was prompt as promised. Would recommend this service."
Front/street view
Views, location, custom homes, upgrades
Some of the views
Back of home
Master BR of one of the homes

+14

Response time2 hrs
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Randy M. Sonns, Certified Residential Appraiser
4.7(
180
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Serving Long Beach, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1992

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

"Mr. Randy Sonns did a great job appraising our house. He’s very professional and awesome."
Response time8 hrs
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Carlton Haugh Appraisal Services
5.0(
55
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Serving Long Beach, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1994

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Professional, respectful, knowledgeable. Provided the appraisal report in a timely manner. Very satisfied with his service."
Response time5 hrs
Response rate95%
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Alan Partch
5.0(
11
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Serving Long Beach, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1997

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I recently had a family member pass away. My CPA said I needed an appraisal on some properties. Alan was able to help me out with a quick appraisal on a home and he was able to refer an appraiser on a commercial property located in a distant city. His work was fast and fairly priced and his referral to a distant location helped me immensely. I would use him again."
Great Appraiser
Appraised Property
Response time5 hrs
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Appraising LA
4.7(
14
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Serving Long Beach, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I had price quotes from three other companies and all were at least $75 higher. Max was very pleasant to work with and I definitely recommend him if you need a real estate appraisal."
Response time1 day
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FAQs for antique and jewelry appraisal projects in Long Beach, CA

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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