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Vanguard Appraisals
4.7(
40
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Serving Fort Leavenworth, KS and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Customers say: True professional

"Appraiser was very professional and was completed in timely manner. The appraisal was spot on to what I expected the market value to be. Would recommend this company to friends and family."
Aminda Drive, Shawnee
Appraisal
Response time8 hrs
30 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by87%of homeowners
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KC MetroVal, LLC
5.0(
1
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Serving Fort Leavenworth, KS and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

KC MetroVal is a real estate valuation firm serving the greater Kansas City metropolitan area. We provide residential real estate appraisals for home owners, 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.\nMy lending clients include some of the largest in the county (Rocket Mortgage, United Wholesale Mortgage, Commerce Bank, Bank of America, etc.). My clients trust me and my firm with more than 600 appraisal reports per year. With a 100% on time (or early) delivery record, our firm can be trusted to not only delivery high quality, accurate reports, but they will NEVER be late.

New construction
New construction
New construction
Split Level
Shirtwaist (early 1900's two story)

+2

Response time3 hrs
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Mike Murgatroy CrossCountry Mortgage
4.9(
503
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Serving Fort Leavenworth, KS and surrounding areas

In business since 1998

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Working with Mike Murgatory, Peter D and team were terrific to work with- very professional and knowledgeable and a super experience. Pleasure to work with- having sold real estate myself for almost 20 years I can say that this team is fantastic! From beginning to the closing it went smoothly. I would recommend them to anyone."
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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Huff Group | Keller Williams
5.0(
17
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Serving Fort Leavenworth, KS and surrounding areas

In business since 2008

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"From the very beginning of the process, Brian and his team were prompt, professional, and responsive. The Huff group bring out their own staging specialist as well as a professional photographer to ensure our home showed in the best way possible. Questions were answered promptly and Brian walked us through each of the steps involved with successfully selling a home."
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Avatar for Larry Hackett with Realty Executives of KC
Larry Hackett with Realty Executives of KC
5.0(
5
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Serving Fort Leavenworth, KS and surrounding areas

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I first started working with Larry back in 2011 to purchase my first house. Even with little credit history and no idea of what I am doing, he helped guide me to the right people for a loan. After looking at a bunch of houses, I found my dream home and Larry was able to secure it for me! I still live in that home and still love it! I am glad he was able to negotiate on my behalf to make sure everything was squared away and legal. I've also worked with Larry this year, on a couple of rental property purchases. His knowledge and experience helped me to make some real good decisions on some properties. He was honest about potential issues, his take on pricing/condition of properties, etc. He is very responsive and even provides extra info I did not think to ask for. I will continue to use Larry for future purchases and am glad to have met up with him!"
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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The Taylor-Made Team - Keller Williams Realty
5.0(
7
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Serving Fort Leavenworth, KS and surrounding areas

In business since 2004

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Chad and Leah did a great job.  They sold our old home quickly and above the list price. Chad does an excellent job researching and knowing the marketplace to price homes correctly. He has great contacts to help with staging and promoting the house well.  Leah and her team also did a great job helping us find and purchase a new home. She brought up things we wouldn't have considered and did an excellent job negotiating the contracts to make sure we were happy with the purchase and the home.  I would highly recommend them to anyone buying and selling in Johnson County. <br />"
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Metropolitan Mortgage Corporation
5.0(
5
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Serving Fort Leavenworth, KS and surrounding areas

In business since 1996

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I had my original mortgage with Rick and was impressed by his knowledge and efficiency in executing the paperwork. My time (and being organized) is very important to me, so I do not have the patience to work with a company that does not meet my expectations. A year later after the original mortgage, I decided to re-finance for a lower APR and did not hesitate to return to Rick. He was diligent and completed my re-finance in less time than expected. Above all, Rick is an honest and good man. He someone who you feel comfortable doing business with, which I have found can be rare these days."
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Stanley Appraisal Inc
4.5(
4
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Serving Fort Leavenworth, KS and surrounding areas

In business since 1986

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"The company was recommended by another company I had used in the past, but was unable to help me in the time-frame I required. The staff at Stanley was very responsive in setting up the appraisal. The appraiser, Steven Alley, was on time and went right to work taking measurements, asking questions as needed. He even took his shoes off when he came in the house, which I really appreciated as I had just had new carpets installed. Before he left he explained the procedures and told me the approximate date I could expect the results - he was off by less than a day! The final report was thorough and easily understood. I highly recommend Mr. Alley and Stanley Appraisal! <br />"
Recommended by75%of homeowners
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FAQs for appraisal real estate service projects in Fort Leavenworth, KS

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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