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Clearwater Appraisal Services
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Serving Baltimore, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2004

Free estimates

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We are committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.\n

Residential Appraisal
Residential Appraisal
Residential Appraisal
Response time1 day
Response rate86%
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Brown and Associates
5.0(
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Serving Baltimore, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2001

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

I am a locally owned and operated residential real estate appraisal service, licensed in the state of Maryland. With over 20 years of industry experience, I value honesty and integrity, and stand behind our work. I look forward to building long-term relationships with our clients and guarantee your satisfaction! I do charge a 75-dollar trip fee to come perform the appraisal. Should you move forward, that 75-dollar trip fee is waived.

Response time1 day
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Marc Dosik - Fed City Team at Real Broker LLC
5.0(
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Serving Baltimore, MD and surrounding areas

In business since 1998

Free estimates

"I consulted with several leading Real Estate firms in Northern Virginia to determine the best selling price for my home of all these firms Marc Dosik was the most knowledgeable about the current housing market which led to me selling my home for thousands of dollars more that had I gone with the other Real Estate firms. He also was the most organized and professional when it came to showing and closing on the property. If I was selling another property in Northern Virginia I clearly would call on Marc again."
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Jeffrey W Aaron
5.0(
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Serving Baltimore, MD and surrounding areas

In business since 2005

Free estimates

"I had a quick turn appraisal that needed completion in a few days and Jeff was THEE MOST professional. He had a fair price, responded quickly, answered all my questions, provided state approved credentials, AND completed a thorough report w/in 24hrs as promised. He will definitely be my GO-TO guy for future MD RE investment projects. Thanks for everything Jeff!"
Jeffrey W Aaron
Jeffrey W Aaron
Jeffrey W Aaron
Response time7 hrs
Response rate98%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Mary Schaner with Cummings & Co Realtors
5.0(
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Serving Baltimore, MD and surrounding areas

In business since 1997

Free estimates

"Mary was fantastic, we originally met her when we went to look at another home. We were in the process of packing and preparing to put our current home on the market. Mary was so friendly that we immediately felt comfortable with her, and offered her our listing. Our home is in an area that is not the easiest to sell a home in and homes in the area are on the market for an average of 94 days. Mary offered two open houses, staged our home and gave great suggestions to get the most traffic we could and after 81 days on the market we had an offer! We are so grateful for her hard work to get our home sold as quickly as she did, we would definitely recommend her first anyone looking for a nice, caring and dedicated Real Estate Agent!"
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RMC Appraisal Services
4.5(
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Serving Baltimore, MD and surrounding areas

In business since 1987

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Appreciated the professional quality of Appraiser's fair and timely services and congenial manner. I would recommend RMC Appraisal Services to others as a trustworthy company."
Response time1 day
Response rate91%
Recommended by88%of homeowners
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FAQs for appraisal real estate service projects in Baltimore, MD

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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