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Akrivis Real Estate Valuations
4.3(
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Serving Hillsborough, NC and surrounding areas

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In business since 2018

Credit card accepted

Offers commercial services

"My house was overvalued by the property tax assessor. It has a lot of damage and is not appropriately reflected in the neighborhood comparisons. (Termites, dry rot, multiple roof leaks, water damage to drywall and floors, failed windows and doors needing replacement) I needed to document this and its effect on the market value. Angie's List steered me to Akrivis. Very prompt and helpful on the phone. I was clear about the situation and what I needed. Two separate conversations initially, and one further conversation with Akrivis when their photographer needed to be instructed to take picture of damaged areas not just routine front back and two pictures of each room. The appraisal I got showed none of this. No real documentation of condition. The finished report consisted of a few general photos and a comparison of neighborhood values based on average price per square foot. Totally useless to me. Called the appraiser who was hostile and unhelpful. I'm out $400 for nothing."
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Recommended by22%of homeowners
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Mike Murgatroy CrossCountry Mortgage
4.9(
503
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Serving Hillsborough, NC 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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Susan Hertz-Berkshire Hathaway
5.0(
49
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Serving Hillsborough, NC and surrounding areas

In business since 1986

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Susan is the best! Very knowledgeable about the market, the process, and what to look for in a property. And customer-focused! Even though it took a while to find my new home, with the market, my specific requirements and some hurdles, she kept emphasizing that finding me the right place was her priority. She's also a wonderful person and a joy to work with."
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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DAVID JENKINS
5.0(
70
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Serving Hillsborough, NC and surrounding areas

In business since 2002

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"David was astonishingly attentive to our needs. We engaged him to help sell our house several years before the retirement community we'd registered for could accommodate us. But even though he knew it would be a considerable period of time before our house could be listed, he made a point to visiting us periodically and informing us of the ins and outs of North Carolina real estate. He never expressed impatience (even as we felt impatient waiting for the retirement community to find a place for us). And thanks to his excellent advice, our house was sold within three days of being listed. From beginning to end, David was friendly, available, informative - in a word, a superb agent. I recommend him enthusiastically."
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Kelly DeBrosse
5.0(
41
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Serving Hillsborough, NC and surrounding areas

In business since 2003

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"In January 2020, we reached out to Kelly to begin our pursuit of a 'final' home in Raleigh, NC. Almost 3 months to the day, we were in our new home! The expeditiousness of our move is more impressive when you consider 1) the comprehensiveness of our search, and 2) the onset of COVID-19. We are eternally grateful to Kelly and her team. We have moved multiple times for work, and without question, Kelly is the best real estate agent I've worked with. I have endless examples of her skills, but two themes standout out. First is Kelly's uncanny ability to see things the buyer and seller don't see. Countless times Kelly would walk through a home, or perform pre- or post-walkthrough research, and point out yellow or red flags. I trusted highly in Kelly's investigative abilities, and to be real with us rather than try and persuade us. The second theme is Kelly's ability to 'get things done.' Despite being a popular and busy agent, Kelly never made us wait for showings, paperwork, etc. At first, I wasn't sure how she could be so on point - since we have trouble doing the same in our own occupations. However, after 3 months with Kelly, I've picked up on a few attributes: 1) She works extremely hard; 2) Is sensitive and accommodating to the buyer/sellers off-hour schedule; 3) Has an amazing team; and 4) Based on her experience and track record, has a large circle of influence. While we hope to be in our new home for awhile, we would instantly hire Kelly in the event of future real estate endeavors. The outcome speaks for itself, but she made our experience fun. We are so, so appreciative of Kelly."
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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Spencer Properties
4.9(
33
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Serving Hillsborough, NC and surrounding areas

In business since 1997

Free estimates

Warranties offered

Real Estate Services. We offer our attentive expertise in buying or selling a home. We will be a bulldog working for YOU. We love first time home buyers, experts at relocation, investors, deal seekers (foreclosures!), downsizers, luxury homeowners.

Recommended by96%of homeowners
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FAQs for appraisal real estate service projects in Hillsborough, NC

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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