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AD Brown Appraisals
5.0(
11
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Serving Gum-Spring, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1995

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

Alan is the leader in providing our customers with the highest quality service in an honest, efficient, and professional way. Our pledge is to create successful relationships with our customers, employees and community by building trust, treating every project with the utmost integrity and exceeding expectations. We look forward to working with you!\n

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Recommended by88%of homeowners
William Hernandez
4.3(
194
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Serving Gum-Spring, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I trust Bill Hernandez to provide my real estate clients with professional services. He is reliable and extremely well-versed in his respective field. On our last appraisal, Bill helped my client understand the value of his home, as it was highly complex considering the comps and high-level upgrades my client performed on his home. His services helped me make that deal, and I m very grateful he was there to help. Highly recommended!"
Response time4 hrs
Response rate95%
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Mary Beth Barton Appraisal
New to Angi

Serving Gum-Spring, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Mary Beth Barton Appraisal, is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers interests and make their concerns the basis of our business.

Response time10 mins
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AD Brown Appraisals
5.0(
11
)

Serving Gum-Spring, VA and surrounding areas

In business since 1995

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

Alan is the leader in providing our customers with the highest quality service in an honest, efficient, and professional way. Our pledge is to create successful relationships with our customers, employees and community by building trust, treating every project with the utmost integrity and exceeding expectations. We look forward to working with you!\n

2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by88%of homeowners
Bailey Real Estate and Appraisal Company
5.0(
1
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Serving Gum-Spring, VA and surrounding areas

In business since 1992

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

Bailey Real Estate and Appraisal Company, is your premier choice for all of your real estate appraisal needs. Our appraisal services include residential real estate including single-family, condominium, 2-4 family, multi-family, and land valuation. Appraisal services have been completed for Estate settlement, divorce, asset liquidation, insurance purposes, pre-listing, renovation and assessment remediation. Mr. Bailey is approved to complete work for Fannie Mae, Freddie Mac, ERC, USDA, VA and HUD/FHA. We pride ourselves on having served the Richmond metropolitan market area for over 25 years. Our firm is a Member of the National Association of Realtors, Virginia Association of Realtors, Richmond Association of Realtors, and Mr. Bailey holds the RAA designation from NAR and is an Accredited Green Appraiser (AGA). Mr. Bailey is also a State licensed and designated real estate agent and has been an active real estate investor for decades. Call for an appointment today!\n\n

Response time3 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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FAQs for appraisal real estate service projects in Gum-Spring, VA

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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