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John P. Kenny, R.E. Appraisal Services
New to Angi

Serving Santa Barbara, CA and surrounding areas

Angi Approved

In business since 1992

Credit card accepted

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality and customer service that we provide to meet every consumer's needs.\nIt is our mission to provide excellent customer service from start to completion of a project.\nTo understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a personal and professional manner.\nOur reputation is based on service, safety and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.

Response time2 days
Wayne's Junk Removal
5.0(
101
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Serving Santa Barbara, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2003

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I found Wayne on here a couple days ago & when I contacted him, he responded very quickly! I sent him pictures of what we needed removed & gave me a couple price quotes on what I was looking at price wise. We agreed on for Friday, 3 days after I first reached out to him. Wayne & his guys were great! He told me he would arrive between 1:45 & 2:00PM on 8/24 & arrived at 2:20 with communication letting me know he would arrive late due to traffic. No problem! They showed up, got straight to work & hauled heavy, dirty, rusted old junk into a huge moving van. Wayne was very very nice & his guys worked hard in the hot sun! They were in & out in about an hour & a half having filled up a 20-foot truck filled with junk! Very patient & accommodating. We will be contacting Wayne & his guys in the future for our next cleaning phase. Thanks Wayne!"
Recommended by99%of homeowners
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Mike Murgatroy CrossCountry Mortgage
4.9(
503
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Serving Santa Barbara, CA 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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1% Broker, Realtors
5.0(
41
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Serving Santa Barbara, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 1998

Free estimates

Warranties offered

We rebate up to 1.5% of a home's sales price to our clients. (Ex. $800,000 house = $12,000 rebate.) We offer experience and dedicated personal service to all of our clients and have over 75 five-star reviews on Yelp. We are all brokers, which means we have greater expertise and qualifications than agents who are required by the state to work under the supervision of a broker, Our overhead is therefore lower ... so we pass along the savings to you. Give us a call and let us discuss how we may be of service to you.

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Adam's Construction & Engineering
5.0(
43
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Serving Santa Barbara, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 1994

Free estimates

Warranties offered

ONE PROJECT AT A TIME. Adam, an experienced engineer and a hands-on builder, is on site every day. No down time from start to finish. General Engineering and Building Contractor. General home remodeling, room additions, kitchen & bath remodels, custom homes. Full Service; from concept to turn-key complete.

Recommended by97%of homeowners
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Doug Davis - American Pacific Mortgage
5.0(
26
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Serving Santa Barbara, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I just closed escrow on my first home and Doug was with me every step of the way. He had been recommended by a friend whose opinion I hold in high regard. From the very first phone call, I could tell I was in good hands, and he was awesome throughout the entire loan process. I can't imagine working with anyone more on top of it than he was. He is incredibly knowledgeable, always responded immediately, and has a solid team working with him. You won't find a better mortgage broker than Doug."
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Ivy Brooks Real Estate Inc
5.0(
26
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Serving Santa Barbara, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2001

Free estimates

Warranties offered

A full service Real Estate Brokerage and Property Management Firm. We help every client, no matter the budget, obtain their goal in real estate. \n\nAre you interested in selling?\nWe will sell your home for the most amount of money, in the desired period of time with the least amount of problems. \n\nAre you a buyer?\nWe help buyers in all price ranges purchase property for the best price, in the desired time with the least amount of problems. We also host seminars for first time buyers! \n\nDo you want to lease out your home?\nWe help owners lease out their properties for the best price, in the desired time period, with the least amount of problems. \n\nWe specialize in Residential and Commercial Real Estate Sales, Probate, Relocation and Property Management. Let us help you achieve your investment, management, and ownership goals. Free Consultations.

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FAQs for appraisal real estate service projects in Santa Barbara, CA

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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