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Watson Appraisals, LLC

4405 Alicent Ct.
4.90(
10
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Watson Appraisals, LLC

4405 Alicent Ct.
4.90(
10
)
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

Watson Appraisals, LLC is a full service real estate appraisal company located in Louisville, Kentucky. The company was founded in 2003 by Doug Watson, a 19 year veteran of the appraisal profession. Mr. Watson has completed appraisal reports for several lenders, businesses, attorneys and individual property owners. Expert witness testimony and professional measuring services are also offered. Watson Appraisals strives to provide personal service, with emphasis on communication and fast completion and delivery to the client. Our service area includes Jefferson, Nelson, Bullitt, Spencer, Oldham, Henry and Shelby counties in Kentucky, and Clark, Floyd and Harrison Counties in Indiana. Typical appraisal reports can be completed for $425 (add $50-75 outside of Jefferson County). Expert witness testimony is billed at a rate of $85 per hour, and measuring services range anywhere from $75 and up, depending on location and type of structure. No fees owed until both parties have signed agreement for services. SPECIAL: Mention Angie’s List when ordering and receive a minimum 20% discount!

"If you are in need of a concise, detailed appraisal, I would highly recommend Watson Appraisals LLC. Mr. Watson is an experienced and professional appraiser and his report confirmed it for me. Thanks to Angie's List for the referral that perfectly matched my needs."

Janice C on February 2019

Watson Appraisals, LLC is a full service real estate appraisal company located in Louisville, Kentucky. The company was founded in 2003 by Doug Watson, a 19 year veteran of the appraisal profession. Mr. Watson has completed appraisal reports for several lenders, businesses, attorneys and individual property owners. Expert witness testimony and professional measuring services are also offered. Watson Appraisals strives to provide personal service, with emphasis on communication and fast completion and delivery to the client. Our service area includes Jefferson, Nelson, Bullitt, Spencer, Oldham, Henry and Shelby counties in Kentucky, and Clark, Floyd and Harrison Counties in Indiana. Typical appraisal reports can be completed for $425 (add $50-75 outside of Jefferson County). Expert witness testimony is billed at a rate of $85 per hour, and measuring services range anywhere from $75 and up, depending on location and type of structure. No fees owed until both parties have signed agreement for services. SPECIAL: Mention Angie’s List when ordering and receive a minimum 20% discount!

"If you are in need of a concise, detailed appraisal, I would highly recommend Watson Appraisals LLC. Mr. Watson is an experienced and professional appraiser and his report confirmed it for me. Thanks to Angie's List for the referral that perfectly matched my needs."

Janice C on February 2019

Nitty Gritty Cleaning Service LLC

P.O. Box 22361
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Nitty Gritty Cleaning Service LLC

P.O. Box 22361
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15 years of experience

Two Employees, Sub-Contract thru Major Franchises, Bi-Weekly Direct Deposit payments, First Time Customers 10% discount on services

Two Employees, Sub-Contract thru Major Franchises, Bi-Weekly Direct Deposit payments, First Time Customers 10% discount on services

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Harned Auctioneers, LLC

227 West John Rowan Blvd
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Harned Auctioneers, LLC

227 West John Rowan Blvd
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53 years of experience

We provide auction service for real estate property as well as real property. We have 4 employees and work with several companies to get the best possible outcome of each sale.

We provide auction service for real estate property as well as real property. We have 4 employees and work with several companies to get the best possible outcome of each sale.

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Fisher Precious Metals

2151 W. Hillsboro Blvd.
5.00(
14
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Fisher Precious Metals

2151 W. Hillsboro Blvd.
5.00(
14
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

Uncompromising quality and integrity in all of your precious metals purchases and sales. Specializing in gold & silver bullion. Avoid gold and silver retailers selling you their inventory at high premiums! We pay top prices for jewelry, sterling, diamonds and watches! Fisher Precious Metals is a national gold and silver dealer. Listed as a national dealer with the United States Mint, Fisher Precious Metals is a trusted resource for gold and silver coins and bars. Established in 1995, the firm works with individuals on all issues related to buying and selling physical precious metals, storage, security, estate liquidation and long-term exit strategies. John Fisher, the President, is an ICTA Board Member and is approved by the State of Florida to teach Continuing Education courses on precious metals investing to CFP's, CPA's, attorneys and insurance professionals. In addition, John is a frequent guest on various financial radio broadcast programs. Fisher Precious Metals is an A+ rated Accredited Business with the Better Business Bureau.

"It went great! We found Fisher Precious Metals on Angie's List, and after googling them, we found they had very positive reviews across the web. Although it was a 45 minute drive from our home, we felt it might be worth it, and it was. We made an appointment with John via email, arrived at 11:00, and spent just over an hour in his office. He evaluated the sterling silver set we had to sell and gave us what we felt was a very fair price. He'd given us an estimate on the value of the gold coins via email, and although the price of gold had fluctuated since he'd provided the quote, the final price was very, very close to the initial quote. We were happy to learn that they will also buy jewelry, as I have a few pieces I haven't worn in a very long time. We were very pleased with the entire experience and will definitely return to their company when we have gold or silver to sell, and we're happy to recommend them to our friends. One thing to keep in mind is that sterling silver sets are basically worth the price of the silver itself. We knew that going in, so we were not disappointed and, in fact, the price we received was a little higher than we'd expected."

Laura C on February 2018

Uncompromising quality and integrity in all of your precious metals purchases and sales. Specializing in gold & silver bullion. Avoid gold and silver retailers selling you their inventory at high premiums! We pay top prices for jewelry, sterling, diamonds and watches! Fisher Precious Metals is a national gold and silver dealer. Listed as a national dealer with the United States Mint, Fisher Precious Metals is a trusted resource for gold and silver coins and bars. Established in 1995, the firm works with individuals on all issues related to buying and selling physical precious metals, storage, security, estate liquidation and long-term exit strategies. John Fisher, the President, is an ICTA Board Member and is approved by the State of Florida to teach Continuing Education courses on precious metals investing to CFP's, CPA's, attorneys and insurance professionals. In addition, John is a frequent guest on various financial radio broadcast programs. Fisher Precious Metals is an A+ rated Accredited Business with the Better Business Bureau.

"It went great! We found Fisher Precious Metals on Angie's List, and after googling them, we found they had very positive reviews across the web. Although it was a 45 minute drive from our home, we felt it might be worth it, and it was. We made an appointment with John via email, arrived at 11:00, and spent just over an hour in his office. He evaluated the sterling silver set we had to sell and gave us what we felt was a very fair price. He'd given us an estimate on the value of the gold coins via email, and although the price of gold had fluctuated since he'd provided the quote, the final price was very, very close to the initial quote. We were happy to learn that they will also buy jewelry, as I have a few pieces I haven't worn in a very long time. We were very pleased with the entire experience and will definitely return to their company when we have gold or silver to sell, and we're happy to recommend them to our friends. One thing to keep in mind is that sterling silver sets are basically worth the price of the silver itself. We knew that going in, so we were not disappointed and, in fact, the price we received was a little higher than we'd expected."

Laura C on February 2018

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The Withrow Group at Keller Williams Realty

9911 Shelbyville Rd
5.00(
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The Withrow Group at Keller Williams Realty

9911 Shelbyville Rd
5.00(
1
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

The Withrow Group at Keller Williams Realty Louisville East proudly serves Buyers, Sellers, Investors, and Builders in the Greater Louisville Community. Our ultimate goal is that you reach yours! Our team offers market expertise in single family homes, land sales, condos, patio homes/townhomes, multi-family buildings, farms, investment properties and new construction/development.

The Withrow Group at Keller Williams Realty Louisville East proudly serves Buyers, Sellers, Investors, and Builders in the Greater Louisville Community. Our ultimate goal is that you reach yours! Our team offers market expertise in single family homes, land sales, condos, patio homes/townhomes, multi-family buildings, farms, investment properties and new construction/development.

BRIAN CONNER CUSTOM JEWELERS

131 E SPRING ST
5.00(
2
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BRIAN CONNER CUSTOM JEWELERS

131 E SPRING ST
5.00(
2
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Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
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Auctions ASAP

7208 Tangelo Dr
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Auctions ASAP

7208 Tangelo Dr
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Auctions ASAP

Auctions ASAP

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Buying Queue, LLC

407 Lincoln Road
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Buying Queue, LLC

407 Lincoln Road
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WE PAY CASH NATIONWIDE! for Remaining payments on Mortgages, Notes, Trust Deeds, and Contracts.. Nobody Beats Our Prices! We Offer a Referral Fee! Call in for a Free Quote.. *Website Under Construction..

WE PAY CASH NATIONWIDE! for Remaining payments on Mortgages, Notes, Trust Deeds, and Contracts.. Nobody Beats Our Prices! We Offer a Referral Fee! Call in for a Free Quote.. *Website Under Construction..

John Nitzken REALTORS

1215 Hess Lane Suite 100
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John Nitzken REALTORS

1215 Hess Lane Suite 100
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Free onsite estimate

Full Professional Services Real Estate Company (locally owned). Emphasis includes Residential, Investment and Commercial transactions for buyers and sellers. Working with clients throughout Kentucky. Additional services include referral network to professional real estate contacts outside of Kentucky - spanning the the country.

Full Professional Services Real Estate Company (locally owned). Emphasis includes Residential, Investment and Commercial transactions for buyers and sellers. Working with clients throughout Kentucky. Additional services include referral network to professional real estate contacts outside of Kentucky - spanning the the country.

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Mike Murgatroy CrossCountry Mortgage

900 NW 17TH AVE
4.94(
503
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Mike Murgatroy CrossCountry Mortgage

900 NW 17TH AVE
4.94(
503
)
Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 97% of Angi customers
Recommended by 97% of HomeAdvisor customers

Mike Murgatroy has 24 years of lending experience and is an Angi Super Service Award recipient 2012-2022. Mike is also ranked in the top 1% mortgage originators in the United States. With integrity at the core of his values, you can rest assured that Mike Murgatroy will give you informed detailed mortgage advice, the same he would recommend to his own family. We pride ourselves on having a transparent process which we will walk you through every step of the way. Start your application process today by visiting themurgteam.com and find out why so many others continue to bring their business to Mike Murgatroy. NMLS ID# 60099; http://www.nmlsconsumeraccess.org

"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."

joseph v on March 2022

Mike Murgatroy has 24 years of lending experience and is an Angi Super Service Award recipient 2012-2022. Mike is also ranked in the top 1% mortgage originators in the United States. With integrity at the core of his values, you can rest assured that Mike Murgatroy will give you informed detailed mortgage advice, the same he would recommend to his own family. We pride ourselves on having a transparent process which we will walk you through every step of the way. Start your application process today by visiting themurgteam.com and find out why so many others continue to bring their business to Mike Murgatroy. NMLS ID# 60099; http://www.nmlsconsumeraccess.org

"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."

joseph v on March 2022

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FAQs for appraisal real estate service projects in Louisville, KY

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.