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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

"Creekside Realty and Appraisal prepared a land appraisal in efficient and timely manner for us. The staff was knowledgeable and pleasant to work with."
The Reality
$50 off $450 appraisal
Fuuny
3 story house
Custom  House

+8

Response time2 days
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by89%of homeowners
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Akrivis Real Estate Valuations
4.4(
20
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Serving Raleigh, 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
1916 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by20%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
9 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%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

"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 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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The Helbert Team
5.0(
21
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Serving Raleigh, NC and surrounding areas

In business since 1987

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Dolly helped us navigate the sale of our first home which required inspections and permitting that the agent we used when we bought the house never brought up. The process was lengthy and expensive but Dolly helped us understand the process and the value of completing the work and inspections. She also handled interactions with contractors and inspectors so that we could focus on our jobs. Her marketing and closing teams made the sale of our home very easy for us. We received multiple offers within a couple days of listing and we accepted an offer that was above asking price. I plan to use Dolly for every home purchase or sale."
Recommended by100%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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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

"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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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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