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Mark Romans
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Serving Cleveland, OH and surrounding areas

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In business since 2023

Free estimates

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Crawford Romans Appraisal Services provides residential real estate appraisal services across Northeast Ohio. As a Certified Residential Real Estate Appraiser, I am qualified for single family homes, condominiums, 2-4 unit multifamily properties, and vacant land. I pride myself on providing high quality reports that help my clients understand the local market and the value of their property in a timely and professional manner.

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Olsen Ziegler Realty
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Serving Cleveland, OH and surrounding areas

In business since 2004

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Chris Olsen is an incredible realtor. We met Chris in our house and he gave us recommendations to do to help with the presentation and sale of our home. He has an awesome photographer to take pictures, 3D video and some drone footage of the property. He also gave us the best advice in offer reviewing and we were able to get a price we happy with. Chris answered every question, navigated every phase of our home selling process. He is very responsive and always available via phone, in person, text, email. We are very grategul to have him as our realtor. I strongly recommend Chris whether you are seeking to buy or sell."
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Sally Messinger - Howard Hanna Real Estate
5.0(
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Serving Cleveland, OH and surrounding areas

In business since 1981

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Sally and her team were very professional and engaged with the task at hand. Even with the difficult market conditions, the property continued to be shown to interested buyers. Communication was timely and appropriate, issues were explained and handled. I don't think it could have gone any better."
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FAQs for appraisal real estate service projects in Cleveland, OH

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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