With over 16 years of experience as a licensed and certified appraiser, Petersen Appraising, Inc., is a fast and reliable leader in the industry. Specializing in all types of residential appraisals, we guarantee our work. We also stand by our promise to provide fast and efficient residential appraisals. Call us today!
"Bracken was great!"
Rebekah C on April 2023
With over 16 years of experience as a licensed and certified appraiser, Petersen Appraising, Inc., is a fast and reliable leader in the industry. Specializing in all types of residential appraisals, we guarantee our work. We also stand by our promise to provide fast and efficient residential appraisals. Call us today!
"Bracken was great!"
Rebekah C on April 2023
Above It All Appraisal is a real estate valuation firm performing appraisals for lenders, real estate agents, lawyers, accountants and private parties. We pride ourselves on our high quality, diligently prepared and thoroughly readable appraisal reports. You can count on our experience, ethics, competence, diligence and delivery. Our business is built on these values. When it comes to making important real estate investment decisions, the more you know, the better decision you can make. Give us a call today!
"Keven was very responsive and thorough. It is clear he is experienced and professional."
AJ O on April 2024
Above It All Appraisal is a real estate valuation firm performing appraisals for lenders, real estate agents, lawyers, accountants and private parties. We pride ourselves on our high quality, diligently prepared and thoroughly readable appraisal reports. You can count on our experience, ethics, competence, diligence and delivery. Our business is built on these values. When it comes to making important real estate investment decisions, the more you know, the better decision you can make. Give us a call today!
"Keven was very responsive and thorough. It is clear he is experienced and professional."
AJ O on April 2024
Michael Olsen is one of the most respected names in the Utah county area for home and land appraisal services. Michael has a wide variety of clients including home buyers, sellers, investors, real estate agents, lenders, attorneys, banks, and field service companies. Michael offers a full menu of real estate services and will provide you with a thorough unbiased, detailed, confidential, and professional appraisal of your property! Call me today as I look forward to working you.
"Quick response. Well documented appraisal. I would hire him again."
Robert C on September 2024
Michael Olsen is one of the most respected names in the Utah county area for home and land appraisal services. Michael has a wide variety of clients including home buyers, sellers, investors, real estate agents, lenders, attorneys, banks, and field service companies. Michael offers a full menu of real estate services and will provide you with a thorough unbiased, detailed, confidential, and professional appraisal of your property! Call me today as I look forward to working you.
"Quick response. Well documented appraisal. I would hire him again."
Robert C on September 2024
Bradshaw Appraisal Service is a real estate valuation firm performing appraisals for lenders, real estate agents, lawyers, accountants and private parties. We pride ourselves on our high quality, diligently prepared and thoroughly readable appraisal reports. You can count on our experience, ethics, competence, diligence and delivery. Our business is built on these values. When it comes to making important real estate investment decisions, the more you know, the better decision you can make. Give us a call today!
"Bradshaw Appraisal Service did an excellent, professional retrospective appraisal on my SLC rental property. Cal provided excellent communication throughout the process, did everything exactly on-time or he would communicate changes to the timeline before the deadline and with sound reasoning. Everything was to my benefit. I am very pleased with the timing of the work and the overall appraisal. I would definitely recommend them and will utilize their service in the future, should I need it. Thank you Cal!!"
Stephen C on February 2024
Bradshaw Appraisal Service is a real estate valuation firm performing appraisals for lenders, real estate agents, lawyers, accountants and private parties. We pride ourselves on our high quality, diligently prepared and thoroughly readable appraisal reports. You can count on our experience, ethics, competence, diligence and delivery. Our business is built on these values. When it comes to making important real estate investment decisions, the more you know, the better decision you can make. Give us a call today!
"Bradshaw Appraisal Service did an excellent, professional retrospective appraisal on my SLC rental property. Cal provided excellent communication throughout the process, did everything exactly on-time or he would communicate changes to the timeline before the deadline and with sound reasoning. Everything was to my benefit. I am very pleased with the timing of the work and the overall appraisal. I would definitely recommend them and will utilize their service in the future, should I need it. Thank you Cal!!"
Stephen C on February 2024
We take great pride our experience, expertise, quality and customer service that we provide to meet your needs. It is our mission to provide excellent and reliable appraisal products and complete customer satisfaction. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer a professional manner. Our reputation is based on communication, service, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job. From vacant land, condos and single family homes to cabins, manufactured homes and multi family properties we have seen it all.
"They took time to explain the process and answered all our questions. Highy recommend them."
Matt T on February 2023
We take great pride our experience, expertise, quality and customer service that we provide to meet your needs. It is our mission to provide excellent and reliable appraisal products and complete customer satisfaction. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer a professional manner. Our reputation is based on communication, service, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job. From vacant land, condos and single family homes to cabins, manufactured homes and multi family properties we have seen it all.
"They took time to explain the process and answered all our questions. Highy recommend them."
Matt T on February 2023
We have been in the Residential Real Estate Appraisal business for over 30 years. When it comes to professionalism and customer service, we are unmatched in the region. For the best of the best, contact G.A. Freese & Associates for your next residential appraisal. Please note, we do NOT complete commercial appraisals.
"My dadâ  s house was not an easy one to appraise, but he was up to the challenge. Thank you so much!"
Martin L on September 2023
We have been in the Residential Real Estate Appraisal business for over 30 years. When it comes to professionalism and customer service, we are unmatched in the region. For the best of the best, contact G.A. Freese & Associates for your next residential appraisal. Please note, we do NOT complete commercial appraisals.
"My dadâ  s house was not an easy one to appraise, but he was up to the challenge. Thank you so much!"
Martin L on September 2023
With over 25 years of experience in appraising, buying and selling and home flipping I am available for tax appeals, divorce, insurance appraisals, selling etc. I can provide before and after values for determining remodel benefits and I assist in listing valuations when its time to buy or sell. I also buy distressed properties and can tailor creative financing for you. With experience in all aspects of real estate I can service all your real estate needs. Call anytime to chat about your project!
"Good effcient work."
Dennis E on January 2025
With over 25 years of experience in appraising, buying and selling and home flipping I am available for tax appeals, divorce, insurance appraisals, selling etc. I can provide before and after values for determining remodel benefits and I assist in listing valuations when its time to buy or sell. I also buy distressed properties and can tailor creative financing for you. With experience in all aspects of real estate I can service all your real estate needs. Call anytime to chat about your project!
"Good effcient work."
Dennis E on January 2025
Mason Appraisal, Inc., is committed to providing the highest form of customer service and customer service in the industry. Please call for your personal consultation.
"Thoroughly inspected and did an awesome market comparison sampling. Very timely and accommodating as well."
CHRISTOPHER H on July 2022
Mason Appraisal, Inc., is committed to providing the highest form of customer service and customer service in the industry. Please call for your personal consultation.
"Thoroughly inspected and did an awesome market comparison sampling. Very timely and accommodating as well."
CHRISTOPHER H on July 2022
Jesse Hokanson is one of the most respected names in the Salt Lake county area for home and land appraisal services. Mountain High Appraisal Services has a wide variety of clients including home buyers, sellers, investors, real estate agents, lenders, attorneys, banks, and field service companies. Mountain High Appraisal Services offers a full menu of real estate services and will provide you with a thorough unbiased, detailed, confidential, and professional appraisal of your property! Call today. I look forward to working with you. Also have services as a Real Estate Agent.
"We hired Jesse to do an appraisal on a house we inherited. He was able to do it very soon, and we were happy with the work done."
Robin P on March 2024
Jesse Hokanson is one of the most respected names in the Salt Lake county area for home and land appraisal services. Mountain High Appraisal Services has a wide variety of clients including home buyers, sellers, investors, real estate agents, lenders, attorneys, banks, and field service companies. Mountain High Appraisal Services offers a full menu of real estate services and will provide you with a thorough unbiased, detailed, confidential, and professional appraisal of your property! Call today. I look forward to working with you. Also have services as a Real Estate Agent.
"We hired Jesse to do an appraisal on a house we inherited. He was able to do it very soon, and we were happy with the work done."
Robin P on March 2024
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.