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Gregory S Quarantello
5.0(
164
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Serving Middlesex, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2007

Customers say: True professional

"Excellent communication, fast scheduling and quick turnaround on his completed report. We are very satisfied with his work. Would recommend to anyone requiring a real estate appraisal."
Exterior Photos
New Colonial
Exterior
Response time3 hrs
Response rate95%
22 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Eagle Rock Appraisals
4.9(
19
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Serving Middlesex, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

"Bob Hanlon of Eagle Rock prepared a date of death appraisal for our mom’s house. He’s professional and thorough and a full report was received in a timely manner. We highly recommend him."
Maxwell Place in Hoboken
Hudson Tea
Multi Family In Jersey City
Dining room in Short Hills
4 Family in Newark

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Response time8 hrs
Response rate85%
14 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Spitzer Real Estate Appraisals
4.7(
114
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Serving Middlesex, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2002

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

"Mr. Spitzer was very professional and friendly. I was very anxious about getting my parent's home appraised, but Mr. Spitzer allayed my anxiety by explaining the appraisal process and being totally non-judgemental....the house is not in the best condition, so that was a concern of mine. I totally recommend and will hire Mr. Spitzer for the appraisal of my own home!"
Divorce
Estate Value
Possible Purchase
Response time4 days
15 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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Bennett Appraisal
4.6(
9
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Serving Middlesex, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Devon was a wonderful communicator as well as punctual. He was very professional and respectful of our home as well as our pet. I highly recommend Bennett Appraisals for your home appraisal needs. He said within 2 days we would have our appraisal and he held true to that. "
Response time2 hrs
Response rate96%
146 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Porter Place Appraisals
5.0(
2
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Serving Middlesex, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"They are an outstanding appraisal company who work diligently on their real estate appraisals to help you determine value. I would highly recommend working with Porter Place Appraisals!"
Response time1 day
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Reliance Appraisal
4.1(
24
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Serving Middlesex, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1993

Free estimates

Customers say: Terrific value

"George called me as soon as I put a request in for my project. He accommodated my request to come early as I was requesting the appraisal as soon as possible because I was rushed. It requried a significant amount of effort to reach him. I personally was never able to call and talk to him. I had to call Angis List to get him to reply. He is a very good person, he did the job well, but lacked in communication. If I had time, I would definitely hire him again. If I dont have time, it would be difficult to work with him. He is a very affordable and reasonable person."
Response time10 hrs
47 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by87%of homeowners
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Mike Murgatroy CrossCountry Mortgage
4.9(
503
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Serving Middlesex, NJ 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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Re/Max 1st Advantage - Debra Andriola
5.0(
19
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Serving Middlesex, NJ and surrounding areas

In business since 1985

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Debra took the time to understand our real estate needs so that she would find just the right match for us when reffereing us to a local agent.  This provided for a very efficient hand off and culminated in us finding the right home in a weeks time.  Debbie was patient and thorough and very effective in finding the right agent for us."
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Appraisal Valuations
5.0(
13
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Serving Middlesex, NJ and surrounding areas

In business since 1983

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"They were great. Very helpful. I had no idea where to go to get the necklace appraised. I found them on angie's list. They assessed it with pictures i emailed. They responded promptly to my emails and i recieved the appraisal back quickly. Thank you so much for your help. J <br />"
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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FAQs for appraisal real estate service projects in Middlesex, NJ

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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