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Dan Brassil
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Serving Florissant, MO and surrounding areas

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"We worked with Dan to buy our new home and sell our old one. Even when we hit some bumps along the way, Dan was able to smooth them over with his years of experience. Dan is a great partner when navigating the real estate market."
Recommended by98%of homeowners
Invelop
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Serving Florissant, MO and surrounding areas

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"They guys at Invelop provided an amazing interactive 3 dimensional tour for our building.  The product they offer is cutting edge and very high-tech.  Everyone that has viewed it has been impressed with what their presentation and it makes our Lodge look awesome.  They were supper easy to work with and very professional.  I would recommend their services highly!"
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Johanna Dueren, Circa Properties, Inc.
5.0(
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Serving Florissant, MO and surrounding areas

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Johanna Dueren at Circa Properties provided me with an excellent experience when selling my condo. She helped me purchase my condo four years prior. During the purchase phase, she always made her self available in a timely manner to get me into the properties I wanted to see. She also helped by providing me comparable sales to get an idea on the reasonableness of the asking price and to help me figure out what asking price fit my budget best. She helped me through the entire process from inspection to closing. Throughout the last four years, she kept in touch during the holidays. This made me feel like a valued client, as it was clear she valued the client relationship rather than just the commission. Given that great experience, it was a no brainer for me to list my condo with her when I was moving. Again, Johanna helped me navigate this process and did a great job of alleviating any anxiety in the process. She provided email reminders of things I should be expecting or doing, which was greatly appreciated. My condo was under contract within two weeks for full asking price! I love the Circa Properties branding and marketing as well. The orange For Sale sign outside my condo really caught the eye compared to a neighbor whose realtor used a very boring and plain looking white sign. I will definitely use Johanna again in the future for any real estate needs in the St. Louis area. I have referred her to friends, who have purchased homes through her and also had great experiences."
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FAQs for appraisal real estate service projects in Florissant, MO

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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