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AD Brown Appraisals
5.0(
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Serving Alexandria, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1995

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

Alan is the leader in providing our customers with the highest quality service in an honest, efficient, and professional way. Our pledge is to create successful relationships with our customers, employees and community by building trust, treating every project with the utmost integrity and exceeding expectations. We look forward to working with you!\n

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Recommended by88%of homeowners
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C.A. Stebner Appraisal Services, Inc.
5.0(
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Serving Alexandria, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1999

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

"We recently used Mr. Stebner for an appraisal. He was very thorough in his approach to providing numbers for our appraisal. We would definitely recommend him to future customers."
Response time3 hrs
Response rate93%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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360 Appraisals
5.0(
1
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Serving Alexandria, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

With over 4 years experience in the Appraiser industry, 360 Appraisals, is your industry expert in Ashburn. We pride ourselves on our extreme professionalism and attention to detail. Our customer satisfaction guarantee will assure you we will not leave your property until you are completely satisfied with our work. As a family owned and operated business you can trust that we will treat your home as we would treat our own. Give us a call today we look forward to working with you!

Response time7 hrs
Response rate92%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Appraisals Guaranteed
5.0(
26
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Serving Alexandria, VA and surrounding areas

In business since 2003

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I contacted Rick on the phone. He promptly put me on his schedule and within days, he came out and walked the property. During the entire process, Rick was very professional, extremely knowledgeable and detail-oriented. The purpose of the appraisal was to dispute the county's assessment. I am very satisfied with the appraisal and will definitely seek out Rick's services in teh future. I highly recommend Rick! He took the stress out of the process."
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Mike Murgatroy CrossCountry Mortgage
4.9(
503
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Serving Alexandria, VA and surrounding areas

In business since 1998

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Working with Mike Murgatory, Peter D and team were terrific to work with- very professional and knowledgeable and a super experience. Pleasure to work with- having sold real estate myself for almost 20 years I can say that this team is fantastic! From beginning to the closing it went smoothly. I would recommend them to anyone."
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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FAQs for appraisal real estate service projects in Alexandria, VA

The appraisal timeline begins with scheduling, which may take three to five days, depending on local appraiser availability. The on-site evaluation requires one to three hours based on property size and complexity. Following the inspection, appraisers need two to five days for research, analysis, and report preparation. The entire process takes seven to 10 days, though complex properties or government-backed loans may extend this timeframe.

The value of home appraisals extends beyond their immediate expense. They protect buyers from overpaying and help lenders ensure appropriate loan amounts. By providing independent market value verification, home appraisals help prevent potential financial missteps in major property transactions. This protection justifies the upfront cost for most real estate scenarios.

Home appraisers evaluate numerous property elements, including square footage, floor plan functionality, overall condition, and specific features. They document improvements, necessary repairs, and distinctive amenities. These observations are compared against similar properties recently sold in the neighborhood. Appraisers also consider location factors, current market conditions, and relevant zoning or property restrictions.

Yes, home appraisal fees are collected before the final closing. Since lenders require completed home appraisal reports before finalizing loan approvals, this cost occurs earlier in the transaction process. While buyers usually cover this expense, payment methods vary—some pay directly to the appraiser while others include it in closing costs.

Some property owners successfully use recent appraisals when challenging tax assessments. However, tax-assessed values often differ from market valuations. The appeal process involves submitting your appraisal as evidence that the tax authority's valuation exceeds actual market value. Success rates vary by jurisdiction, and the process may require patience and persistence.

From the buyer's perspective, appraisals verify they aren't overpaying for a property. Lenders won't approve financing that exceeds appraised value, potentially requiring buyers to renegotiate or contribute additional cash. Appraisal findings can also inform future improvement planning and investment decisions.

For sellers, preparation makes a difference. Clean, well-maintained properties present better during appraisal evaluations. Some sellers obtain pre-listing appraisals to establish appropriate asking prices, though most rely on the buyer's lender-ordered appraisal during the transaction process.

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