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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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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

"I was looking to defend myself in a divorce. This appraisal helps me to pay less."
Restaurant
Response time6 hrs
1869 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by21%of homeowners
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Simpson Real Estate Appraisals, LLC
4.5(
9
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Serving Raleigh, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

"Pleased with work from Simpson Real Estate Appraisals, LLC. They were responsive, thorough, and professional."
Response time9 hrs
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by77%of homeowners
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Property Valuation Services of Clayton
5.0(
3
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Serving Raleigh, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"He is super responsive. His turn around is prompt, very experienced and always available to answer questions. He is also a real estate investor, so he has multiple perspectives."
Response time20 mins
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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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

"Working with Mike Murgatory, Peter D and team were terrific to work with- very professional and knowledgeable and a super experience. Pleasure to work with- having sold real estate myself for almost 20 years I can say that this team is fantastic! From beginning to the closing it went smoothly. I would recommend them to anyone."
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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Don Anthony Realty
5.0(
8
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Serving Raleigh, 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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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

"Great! Tom was all around fantastic and made the process of selling our home straightforward, easy, and best of all, successful. From the first day I met with him and throughout the process he was extremely knowledgeable, incredibly responsive and always ahead of the ball. His expertise regarding the local market was instrumental in us being able to sell our home quickly and with minimal interruption to our lives. And he was able to get us multiple offers resulting in a higher than expected selling price. Having worked with other agents in the past, Tom is the hands down the best. Highly recommend him."
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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