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Avatar for Akrivis Real Estate Valuations
Akrivis Real Estate Valuations
4.4(
21
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Serving Hillsborough, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Credit card accepted

Offers commercial services

"Very prompt in getting the appraisal back to me. I like their immediate attention. They offered assistance and follow-up even after the job was done. Thank you!"
Restaurant
Response time6 hrs
1914 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by19%of homeowners
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Simpson Real Estate Appraisals, LLC
4.5(
9
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Serving Hillsborough, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

"Tracy Simpson was very professional throughout the process and the appraisal was thorough and completed in a timely manner. I used the appraisal along with comps from my realtor to confirm my asking price. Although the market is crazy right now, her assessment helped me determine the optimal price to maximize exposure. I had 32 showings and 7 offers within the first 3 days."
Response time9 hrs
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by77%of homeowners
Avatar for Mike Murgatroy CrossCountry Mortgage
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

"My husband I and used Mike M, Peter D, and the Guaranteed Rate team previously with our home purchase and refinance in Orange County, CA. They were great then and actually approached us with a way to refinance and save hundreds per month by doing so. We wouldn’t have known about the refinance opportunity otherwise. We knew we found a great team for all our mortgage needs from that point on. Mike, Peter, and his Guaranteed Rate were the natural choice when my husband and I decided to make a huge move from California to Florida. When we found the home we wanted to purchase, we called Guaranteed Rate. The local real estate agent strongly resisted us going with Guaranteed Rate and insisted we use a local lender she was familiar with. We told her no thanks; we have our team for life. By the end of the deal, the same real estate agent raved about how amazing Guaranteed Rate is and how wonderful they were to work with. This is especially true because 2 days before closing, Hurricane Michael hit closeby our new house. While we thankfully were not impacted, all mortgages had to be closely inspected in nearby counties. Guaranteed Rate made frequent calls to everyone involved in our real estate deal and quickly got us back on track to close in record time. Folks working with other lenders didn’t get so lucky and some are still being delayed. Thanks again to Mike, Peter, and the entire Guaranteed Rate team for making our home ownership dreams come true again!!"
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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The Helbert Team
5.0(
21
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Serving Hillsborough, NC and surrounding areas

In business since 1987

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"It has been several years since we had our house on the market. Although we had quite a few people come out and see our house with one person who was very interested and another who made an offer that we did not accept, we decided not to sell our home and are still in it today. Also, I believe we only kept it on the market for a short period of time during one summer and decided to take it off when the kids started back to school. Even though our house did not sell, we had a good experience, I would use them again and I would recommend this real estate agency to others."
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Don Anthony Realty
5.0(
8
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Serving Hillsborough, NC and surrounding areas

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"This is a great business model for today’s buyers and sellers. The Don Anthony Realty team was very easy to work with, always responded promptly to my calls and e-mails. It was a pleasure working with all of them, all very professional, knowledgeable and helpful. Thank you so much for everything."
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Tom Menges-Coldwell Banker Howard Perry & Walston
5.0(
17
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Serving Hillsborough, NC and surrounding areas

In business since 1986

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"We have known Tom Menges for many hears, having first met him in our church. Because of this relationship, when we wanted to list our home, we chose Tom as our agent. He was honest about the repairs and improvements we needed to make to our home and he suggested a fair market price, in addition - and this was invaluable. He hired a stager at his own expense. With his many years in the real estate field, we highly recommend Tom."
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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FAULKNER APPRAISAL SERVICES INC
4.8(
37
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Serving Hillsborough, NC and surrounding areas

In business since 1992

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"<p>When moving from Ohio to retire in NC we entered a sellers real estate market.  We were not familiar with the Cary real estate market and wanted to make sure we were paying the correct price for a house.  Our offer had been accepted for the house and time was important.  Faulkner Appraisal did a fantastic job with the appraisal.  Jan made sure the appraisal was done quickly and very professionally.  The appraisal's comparative analysis was very informative and helped us understand the value of our home.  Faulkner Appraisal were true partners in the process.</p> <br />"
Recommended by91%of homeowners
Avatar for Susan Hertz-Berkshire Hathaway
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

"This is the 3rd time I've worked with Susan Hertz to buy and/or sell a house. She is the consummate professional, knows the market, is able to provide guidance on everything related to real estate. She's a pleasure to work with and I have and will continue to recommend her to friends who seek the 'best of the best'. Thank you, Susan!!"
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Team Anderson Realty
5.0(
19
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Serving Hillsborough, NC and surrounding areas

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"We're so glad we selected the "best of the best" real estate team when selling a home and buying in the area. Our experience with Team Anderson ~ Erica Anderson ~ has been excellent. Everything from the beginning to the end was seamless. Erica and her very able assistants handled everything for us making it an easy pleasant process. No surprises - no pressure - and a great attention to detail. In particular, she had a fantastic eye for marketing our home -- with terrific videos that came out really great! When I decide to move again Team Anderson will be my first call! They will not disappoint you!"
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Selling Directly
4.4(
5
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Serving Hillsborough, NC and surrounding areas

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"It was good.  When we bought this house, we used them so we went back to her when we wanted to sell this house.  She is a very friendly person and responds to your calls.  She stays on top of things."
Recommended by80%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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