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Avatar for Inside Values
Inside Values
4.9(
9
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Serving Gig Harbor, WA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2008

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Candice was very knowledgeable and did a great job finding comps. My goal was to price my home for a correct listing price. I have access to the MLS so I should have been able to price my home but I wanted an unbiased opinion. It was great to confirm what I had suspected (I am biased toward my own home so I didn't want that to get in the way)."
Candice Krasovec
Response time2 hrs
Response rate94%
36 neighbors recently requested a quote
Richmond Ridge Appraisal
New to Angi

Serving Gig Harbor, WA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1998

Credit card accepted

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer?s needs. It is our mission to provide excellent service, communication and complete customer satisfaction from startssfx to completion. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with everyzeS easa customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, communication and quality.

Response time10 hrs
Response rate95%
Avatar for Mike Murgatroy CrossCountry Mortgage
Mike Murgatroy CrossCountry Mortgage
4.9(
503
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Serving Gig Harbor, WA and surrounding areas

In business since 1998

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"It went great again. I am a repeat customer. They are professional, organized, and they perform like a well oiled machine. From the application process to the closing A+++++++ They do what they say they are going to do in a timely manner. I cannot say enough about this team. Thank you for another great experience Michael, Peter, Monica, and Connie."
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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Westwood Mortgage Inc.
5.0(
58
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Serving Gig Harbor, WA and surrounding areas

In business since 1989

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We’re very happy with the re-financing process through Westwood Mortgage. Erika was very detailed in her emails to make sure we didn’t miss anything. She treated me with the utmost respect, and made me feel less stressed. I could ask her any questions without feeling like it was a silly question, and she responded very quickly. This experience gets an “A” compared to other home financing companies experiences."
Recommended by98%of homeowners
Avatar for Cris LeCompte "Realtor Cris" at KW Lake Washington So
Cris LeCompte "Realtor Cris" at KW Lake Washington So
5.0(
25
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Serving Gig Harbor, WA and surrounding areas

In business since 2002

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"This was actually our 3rd transaction dealing with Cris and we had no wish or desire to have anyone else as our agent. Cris goes above and beyond and we actually first dealt with him over 11 year ago. He is very prepared and does his “home” work no pun intended. We valued his honesty and directness that is needed when selling a home. We would absolutely use Cris again. I firmly believe he made the sale happen by doing old fashioned leg work of going to other brokers about our home and our buyers showed that weekend. He truly is just a pleasant man to deal with and glad we used him."
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Auto Transporters Online
4.9(
36
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Serving Gig Harbor, WA and surrounding areas

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They were responsive to the inquiry and price competitive. The car was picked up in short order and arrived a couple of days later. I've been through this drill before and been unhappy, but these folks were very good!"
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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FAQs for appraisal real estate service projects in Gig Harbor, WA

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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