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FAB Appraisals
4.5(
97
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Appraisal - Real Estate

Serving Rockville, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1989

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"Terrific service. Responded promptly. Very forthright, honest and down to earth. Did the appraisal, and produced a great and thorough report in just two days. I would hire them again for anything and everything I do in real estate. Can't recommend them highly enough."
Response time5 hrs
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by88%of homeowners
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Akrivis Real Estate Valuations
4.3(
68
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Appraisal - Real Estate

Serving Rockville, MD and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 2018

Credit card accepted

Offers commercial services

"Did what was requested in a timely manner. No hassles which is exactly what a person needs when dealing with the loss of a spouse. This was specific for an estate appraisal. Not an appraisal to buy real estate. This is for estate tax purposes which is different. Thank you."
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Response time5 hrs
Response rate89%
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Majestic Appraisal Services
5.0(
7
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Appraisal - Real Estate

Serving Rockville, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2006

Customers say: Quick response

"The owner explains everything in details how the appraisal works, doesnâ t mind how much time we talk on the phone and in person. The report is very well written and presented to me on time as promised. The report serves my intended purpose."
Response time6 hrs
Response rate94%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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FAB Appraisals
4.5(
75
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Appraisal - Real Estate

Serving Rockville, MD and surrounding areas

In business since 1989

Credit card accepted

Offers commercial services

"The electrician did an excellent job. He spent extra time installing a ceiling fan using an alternate path because our furnace placement made it impossible to go from the attic. He did a great job putting the drywall back so no insulation would fall through. He insisted on cleaning up afterwards even though I said I d take care of it. I highly recommend this company."
Response time3 hrs
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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BJ Matson REMAX
5.0(
32
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Appraisal - Real Estate

Serving Rockville, MD and surrounding areas

In business since 1994

Free estimates

"BJ Matson is a great real estate agent. He is knowledgeable and very helpful. One of BJ's strength is understanding and listening to his clients. We are pretty independent minded, sometime we like to go around to look at houses ourselves and other times we wanted BJ to help us out. He was always accommodating and flexible. When we found a house we liked, he helped us negotiate through the hoops and facilitated the successful purchase of the home. We had a few wrinkles crop up in the purchase, and he was always willing to help successfully sort them out. He is selling our current house now and we're happy to refer him to others."
BJ Matson
BJ Matson
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Sandy Spring downtown
Rockville Town Center

+20

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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FAQs for appraisal real estate service projects in Rockville, MD

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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