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Akrivis Real Estate Valuations
3.9(
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Serving Baltimore, MD and surrounding areas

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In business since 2018

Credit card accepted

Offers commercial services

"I was looking to defend myself in a divorce. This appraisal helps me to pay less."
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Response time6 hrs
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Recommended by16%of homeowners
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Clearwater Appraisal Services
5.0(
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Serving Baltimore, MD and surrounding areas

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In business since 2004

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

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

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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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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(
29
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Serving Baltimore, MD and surrounding areas

In business since 1987

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Bob called almost as soon as we put our request into Home Advisors. We explained that we needed our rental home appraised but due to COVID-19, we needed an appraisal without entering the property. Bob said he could use pictures of the inside to complete the appraisal. Within 3 days we had a very thorough appraisal."
Response time1 day
Response rate91%
Recommended by88%of homeowners
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Brian Pakulla RE/MAX Advantage
5.0(
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Serving Baltimore, MD and surrounding areas

In business since 1999

Free estimates

"Brian and his team were really impressive. From start to finish, he put our minds at ease and made the process stress-free. He's an expert at his craft, and knew exactly how to price our home. The preparation, listing, showing, and sale were all seamless. We were lucky to have found Brian as our real estate agent, and would highly recommend him to anyone looking for the best."
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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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