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Expert Mortgage Group Inc
5.0(
280
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Serving Saint Petersburg, FL and surrounding areas

In business since 2003

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Jeff was amazing at helping with the purchase of my new home! He made me feel comfortable by always explaining everything in depth. Jeff was always so easy to get in contact with and has great communication skills. I highly recommend Jeff with Expert Mortgage!"
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Recommended by99%of homeowners
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Engel & Völkers Upper Tampa Bay
5.0(
140
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Serving Saint Petersburg, FL and surrounding areas

In business since 1988

Free estimates

"We are so glad that we worked with Stacy Kitchell! When it came to listing our home, she knew exactly what we needed to do to navigate the housing market. Both Stacy and Anita provide top tier client service and fantastic negotiating skills. If you are looking to list your home with someone who knows everything from how to competitively list your home to finding the perfect buyer, Stacy knows it all! Not to mention the attention to detail both Stacy and Anita posses. When you work with E&V Upper Tampa Bay, you get a fully dedicated team that will guide you throughout the entire process!"
SELLER CLIENT - Waterchase Community - Royce Waterford Cir.
SELLER CLIENT - Van Dyke Farms
SELLER CLIENT - South Tampa
SELLER CLIENT - Countryway
SELLER - Countryway

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Recommended by99%of homeowners
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Lipply Real Estate
4.9(
173
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Serving Saint Petersburg, FL and surrounding areas

In business since 2000

Free estimates

"We are grateful for the wonderful experience working with Nick Acosta in finding the right home in Florida while residing out of state. Nick’s expertise and patience combined with his professionalism made it a pleasure and a positive experience for us. We could not be happier and we are grateful to him."
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Recommended by98%of homeowners
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Jamie Everett - Action Pro Realty
5.0(
73
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Serving Saint Petersburg, FL and surrounding areas

In business since 1991

Free estimates

"Nine years ago, when I bought my house in St. Petersburg, Jamie Everett was my realtor. I didn’t know him at the time; I plucked him from Angie’s List and was so grateful because he was phenomenally helpful to me and had both a deep and broad understanding of real estate and the local market. He listened to what I was looking for and tailored our activities accordingly. As a result of his energy and efforts, I’ve spent the last 9 years in a great place he helped me find and buy. I’m leaving the area to be closer to my family, so recently reached out to Jamie again to represent me in selling my house. It is hard to believe, but this time was an even better experience – and in a real estate climate that is terribly frenetic. When I first reached out to him, he quickly put together some basic information, met with me, and together we put together a plan. He gave me exceptional guidance regarding showing the house and made sure I understood what to expect in the current real estate environment. When we got a great offer right after the house was listed, Jamie walked me through the options so I could make an informed decision on how to proceed. He then supported me through each of the selling phases and made sure I always understood any issue and could address it – keeping in constant contact with the buyer’s representative and ensuring everyone in the process was comfortable with it. When a permitting issue arose hours before the closing, it was Jamie who reached out to the planning office and got the resolution started – and didn’t laugh at me when I was a bit emotional. Instead, he was completely supportive and encouraging. While selling my St. Petersburg house I was simultaneously working with realtors in another city to get a new place. Nothing could have solidified my opinion of Jamie’s expertise and integrity more. With the other realtors I have been constantly nervous and unsettled because of irregular communication, delayed responses and a seeming indifference to any concerns I have raised. The buying process this time has been very stressful – and I know it wouldn’t have been if Jamie had been able to work with me on it. The only bright spot has been that Jamie has a lot of contacts with other highly professional people who work in relocation services, whom I am now working with on my move. That has been the single point of ease in that end of this journey. Even when Jamie’s not representing me, he’s helping. I would recommend Jamie unreservedly to any property buyer or seller looking for a realtor who is an expert in the field, ensures you always understand what is before you, can always be relied on to understand and respond to your needs, and has a rare integrity for our times."
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Las Palmas Appraisal, Inc
5.0(
82
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Serving Saint Petersburg, FL and surrounding areas

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"John was responsive, professional, and gave a great detailed appraisal on my first rental property. He was honest, expedient, helpful and fair in his assessment. I look forward to using John and Las Palmas Appraisal for my future property appraisal needs."
Recommended by98%of homeowners
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WrightDavis Property Management
4.8(
57
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Serving Saint Petersburg, FL and surrounding areas

In business since 1995

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Ms Wooten has been my property manager for several years and I have never been disappointed with her, her professionalizm and follow thru is an A +. Consider Ms Wooten when looking for a property manager when you're looking for excellence."
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Recommended by94%of homeowners
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Shelton Home Inspections
4.9(
37
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Serving Saint Petersburg, FL and surrounding areas

In business since 2004

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Could not be happier with the services provided. Prompt communication through out the entire process. They were beyond thorough in the inspection. The report was received the next way and was excellent. Best home inspectors, I have ever worked with!"
Inspector always does a thorough inspection of the attic and crawl space.
Moisture meter showing 98.1% moisture meaning leak is active.
Flat roofs can only be less then 10% of the roofline in order to receive certain roof geometry credits.
How water heaters are part of the plumbing and inspected during a 4 point inspection. There are certain safety components required on the hot water heater to pass a 4 Point.
We thoroughly check the electrical panel for its age, type, overfusing, double tapped wires, voids and much more.

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Recommended by97%of homeowners
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Andrea Straub, PA, Charles Rutenberg Realty
5.0(
18
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Serving Saint Petersburg, FL and surrounding areas

In business since 2004

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Andrea Straub and her transaction coordinator, London Fajkus, are an excellent tag-team for handling even complicated home sales, and I would readily recommend them to anyone. On the strength of positive online reviews, I called and left a message for Ms. Straub on Monday, May 2nd, to ask whether she would be willing to help me sell my mother’s home. Our situation was unusual: the homeowner, my mother, was too ill to be involved at all, and had moved out of Florida to be cared for by family. I also live outside of Florida. This means that neither the homeowner nor any of her family would be in Florida throughout most of the process. Not a problem, said Ms. Straub, when she returned my call on the same day: she and Ms. Fajkus were accustomed to working with remote homeowners even before the pandemic. They like complicated situations because they self-identify as problem-solvers, she told me, and this proved to be true. By Tuesday (one day after I called) Ms. Straub had done her research, called to discuss comps with me, and outlined a reasonable price range. On Wednesday, she drove out to the property to meet my sister, who was temporarily in town to clean everything out, and to get a first-hand look. To be clear: she had not yet even been hired! From the moment we hired her, Ms. Straub was a tireless participant and advocate. She assisted in cleaning out heavy items. She personally hauled garbage from the garage. She arranged for unneeded furniture to be donated or hauled, even fronting the hauling costs with the understanding that I would reimburse her, in order to keep the process in motion. She dropped off a pressure washer so that my sister could use it to clean the sidewalks. She and Ms. Fajkus recommended reputable local cleaners and a carpet steamer. After the cleanings, they returned to the property to verify that it looked ready. Ms. Straub personally disconnected the cable modem and wifi router and drove them to the UPS store to be returned to Spectrum (I gather this is not the first time she has done this). Despite her experience, Ms. Straub welcomed my ideas. Most importantly, she was absolutely game when I asked to raise the list price by $10k above her initial suggestion. The property was listed on May 13th, only eleven days after I had first contacted Ms. Straub. Within one day, we had received two cash offers, and we went under contract. Over the next two weeks, Ms. Straub and Ms. Fajkus and I were in constant communication as the sale proceeded through its usual stages. They helped me figure out what utilities to turn off, when, and whom to contact. They interfaced with the homeowner’s association on my behalf. They answered all my questions and were patient with me when I needed time to consult with my family. They were happy to send and re-send all of the documentation until we got everything right. We closed on June third, just over a month after I had first called Ms. Straub. I wrote to her and told her that I would never have thought that it could be so easy. It wouldn’t have been with just anyone."
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FAQs for appraisal real estate service projects in Saint Petersburg, FL

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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