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Creekside Realty and Appraisal
4.6(
29
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Serving Raleigh, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1998

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Needed an appraisal to support a property tax re-appraisal. I had large acreage with multiple buildings and appraiser was able to find comps for supporting information."
The Reality
$50 off $450 appraisal
Fuuny
3 story house
Custom  House

+8

Response time2 days
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by89%of homeowners
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Chris Watson Appraisals
5.0(
6
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Serving Raleigh, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1997

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Chris and Jim were both great to work with and took their time making sure our appraisal gave us all the information we needed to list our home. thanks!"
Ranch Transitional
Traditional Ranch
House
Townhouse
Transitional Style House

+1

Response time5 hrs
12 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Akrivis Real Estate Valuations
4.4(
19
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Serving Raleigh, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Credit card accepted

Offers commercial services

"The work was performed extremely capably and produced an evaluation that should stand me in good stead as I appeal an excessive property tax revaluation. Akrivis provided me with an accurate, well documented report and took only seven days to do it. I am very pleased."
Restaurant
Response time6 hrs
1901 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by21%of homeowners
Garrison Appraisal
4.1(
12
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Serving Raleigh, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1998

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"We were supposed to close on 3/28/24. Steve wrote the appraisal on 3/8 my birthday. He told me the appraisal was sent in on 3/15. Our lender and real estate agent said they didn't receive the appraisal until 3/18-3/19 which was not done properly. I sent in my own comps as he was comparing a house in the country club area to ones in the ghetto as we bought in a small town that Steve isn't familiar with. He has now went on vacation during closing week after he told me anything sent via computer would be looked over. He will not respond to me or the lender as the revision appraisal is the only thing holding us back from closing. Me and my three children are going to be out on the streets homeless for Easter and all of next week due to negligence in taking on task you knew you couldn't preform. 10 out of 10 wouldn't recommend."
Response time3 hrs
Response rate94%
Recommended by83%of homeowners
Avatar for Mike Murgatroy CrossCountry Mortgage
Mike Murgatroy CrossCountry Mortgage
4.9(
503
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Serving Raleigh, 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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The Helbert Team
5.0(
21
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Serving Raleigh, NC and surrounding areas

In business since 1987

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"GREAT!!!!!!! She listed my house and had virtual tours on Wednesday, had scheduled appointments on Friday, with an open house on Saturday. I had 2 offers Friday night and accepted a contract the following Monday. The best part is I live in Washington DC and my house was in NC. She recommended and made all the arrangements for the painters and the carpenters. She and her team walked me thru filling out the documents, answered all my questions, calmed all my fears. If you have a house in the Cary , Apex area of NC give her a call immediately !!!!"
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Tom Menges-Coldwell Banker Howard Perry & Walston
5.0(
17
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Serving Raleigh, NC and surrounding areas

In business since 1986

Free estimates

Warranties offered

As a full time Realtor since 1988 I've helped over 1000 families with their buying and selling needs. I've always put the needs of my clients above everything else to insure that my clients have gotten service beyond their expectations. Please review some of my testimonials that my clients have posted on Zillow at www.zillow.com/profile/tmenges/

Recommended by94%of homeowners
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FAQs for appraisal real estate service projects in Raleigh, 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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