Serving San Rafael, CA and surrounding areas
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In business since 2010
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Small jobs welcome
"Robert Fleener did a great job in appraising our vacant lot. He answered all my initial questions and did the appraisal in a timely manner, even working over the holiday weekend. I highly recommend this appraiser!"
Serving San Rafael, CA and surrounding areas
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In business since 2004
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"Jeff Kabatznick was a real pleasure to work with. He is extremely knowledgeable about the appraisal process, and is very enthusiastic about his work. He is extremely thorough and meticulous, and strives to do the the best work possible. By the end of the project, he knew more about my house, neighborhood, and market conditions than almost anyone else I could imagine. He is easily available to answer any questions or address any concerns, and is extremely conscientious about his work. Furthermore, he is just a really nice and friendly guy. I would recommend him strongly for any appraisal work."
Serving San Rafael, CA and surrounding areas
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In business since 2004
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"Pleasant working relationship. Timely reports. complete inspections"
Serving San Rafael, CA and surrounding areas
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In business since 1986
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Emergency services offered
We invite you to experience a tradition of customer satisfaction that will exceed your greatest expectations. Our professionalism and quality workmanship will accurately reflect your taste and lifestyle. From conception to completion we work with you until the job is done. We thrive to take care of all of our clients unique needs. We are ethical, honest and easy to communicate with. Call us today you'll be pleased you did. Thank you\n
Serving San Rafael, CA and surrounding areas
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In business since 2018
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Offers commercial services
"Great and useful appraisal. Excellent clear explanation when follow up info requested. I recommend highly!"
Serving San Rafael, CA and surrounding areas
In business since 2002
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"Daniel was a very professional young man if I need another appraisal in the future I will definitely call him again."
Serving San Rafael, CA and surrounding areas
In business since 1995
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"Very meticulous and thorough. Accurate appraisal in our opinion."
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Serving San Rafael, CA and surrounding areas
In business since 1978
"very efficient, rapid response, she works with your schedule , very flexible, thanks Mariateresa"
Serving San Rafael, CA and surrounding areas
In business since 2003
Free estimates
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"Aaron was quick at responding to my call and worked around my schedule to come to do 2 appraisals for me. Thank you, Aaron."
Serving San Rafael, CA and surrounding areas
In business since 2005
Free estimates
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"Home appraisals did it quick and it was perfect, great response time."
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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