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Jeffrey Hess Real Estate Services
4.9(
25
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Serving Fresno, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Jeffrey showed up right on time and was very knowledgeable and friendly. Did an excellent job on the appraisal. I received the appraisal in a timely manner. I would recommend him to anyone that needs an appraisal. Louise "
Madera
West Fresno
Central Fresno
Fresno High Area
North Fresno

+3

Response time5 hrs
Response rate98%
18 neighbors recently requested a quote
Aaron And Associates
5.0(
1
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Serving Fresno, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

Aaron And Associates, has a team of real estate residential appraisers for lenders, real estate agents, lawyers, accountants and private parties. With over 20 years in the industry, we have knowledge to navigate the toughest of appraisal assignments. Aaron And Associates, Inc. provides thorough, detailed, well explained and conclusive reports for a wide variety of uses. Call today for all your appraisal needs.

Response time2 days
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Mike Murgatroy CrossCountry Mortgage
4.9(
503
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Serving Fresno, CA 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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Doug Davis - American Pacific Mortgage
5.0(
26
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Serving Fresno, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"We just used Doug to purchase a home for the second time. And just like before, Doug got us the best rate for the lowest cost. He got us an awesome deal even though my credit was less than perfect. Super friendly and great to work with, Doug is amazingly responsive which is much appreciated during such a stressful process. Doug and his team made the complicated process quick and easy to understand. Super grateful for Doug; if it wasn’t for him, we wouldn’t have been able to get our home."
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Sam Heng-City Center Financial
5.0(
7
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Serving Fresno, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2001

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Sam is pleasure to work with. His professionalism, commitment to getting things done on time, and approachable personality combined with integrity makes all my transaction flow with ease. I trust Sam of City Center Financial with all my deals and have been working with him for over 15 years. He specializes on real estate transactions as well as lending, therefore making the process even easier since I only have to deal with one person. He knows his trades and I have recommended him to many of my clientele, friends, and family. Thanks Sam for all your hard work and dedication to getting the deals done right every time."
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Auto Transporters Online
4.9(
36
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Serving Fresno, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Best Nationwide Car Shipping with affordable rates and superior customer service. Plan ahead and save money. No deposit required. Ship your car safely and affordably. Established over 15 years. A+ rated with BBB. Open & enclosed, door to door auto transport. MILITARY, STUDENT, SENIOR, MULTIPLE CAR DISCOUNTS. \n\nFamily owned and will work directly with the owner from start to finish.\n\nWe provide honest quotes and spend the time it takes with our customers to offer a rate that meets their needs.\n\nSuperior customer service throughout the entire shipping process, until your car is delivered. Contact us or call for a quick quote @ 1(855) 813-2002. Always happy to answer your questions or just to review how the business works. You owe it to yourself to try us first.\nCall directly for best quote 1(855) 813-2002

Recommended by94%of homeowners
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Mortgage West
5.0(
2
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Serving Fresno, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 1989

Free estimates

Warranties offered

We are a full service mortgage company with 24 years experience in the industry. We offer the best rates and terms along with unmatched customer service. Ask about our free appraisals and 1 on 1 home buyers class!

Recommended by100%of homeowners
Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage
5.0(
1
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Serving Fresno, CA and surrounding areas

"I had been looking for a house for about two years and they hung in with me for that time. They showed me houses when I was interested. I would alternatively go from being incredibly depressed, thinking that I?m never going to find anything that I can afford in a neighborhood that I wanted, to coming back and continuing with my search. I would take time off from looking in the interim period. They were very helpful, patient and understanding. I didn?t pay anything for their services because the seller paid them. There were times when I wanted them and they were not quite available. Ultimately, everything just went fine."
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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FAQs for appraisal real estate service projects in Fresno, CA

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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