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Daniel Mackey - Assurance Financial Group
5.0(
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Serving Shreveport, LA and surrounding areas

In business since 2001

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Dan was a pleasure to work with.  He went above and beyond.  I cannot imagine a smoother mortgage process.  From the very beginning, he was extremely knowledgeable, helpful and easily reachable for questions or anything else.  I did not have a real estate agent, so Dan even helped with some things that would be traditionally covered by a real estate agent.  Assurance Financial?s website and e-signing process made much of the paperwork a breeze.  I would recommend Dan to anyone. <br />"
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Auto Transporters Online
4.9(
36
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Serving Shreveport, LA and surrounding areas

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Perfect! Dave explained the process from start to finish and didn't take a dime until the car was in our possession. He kept email and telephone contact and was prompt to respond to any questions with reassurance. He selected the perfect driver who was thorough at the pick up and called 24 hours before picking up and dropping off the vehicle. Nothing about this process was difficult, Dave made this the least difficult part of a cross country move."
Recommended by94%of homeowners
Friestad Realty
5.0(
1
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Serving Shreveport, LA and surrounding areas

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"My agent was Kerry Friestad.  I met her after I had looked at about 15 houses using the listing agents.  Out of all the agents I met, she was the only one that offered pertinent information about buying for investment purposes, and in fact, she was like a little encyclopedia of real estate techniques and strategies for investing.  I felt very informed when I spoke to her about them.  She knows how to play the game, and she's very good at it.  I would recommend her in an instant. <br />"
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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DIAMOND REALTY & ASSOCIATES LLC
5.0(
2
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Serving Shreveport, LA and surrounding areas

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"She's a really good real estate agent. She has a really good personality. When we were looking for a house, my husband contacted a couple different agents. He talked to ones that were pushy and when we gave them our price range, they went higher than that. Cindy really didn't; she stayed in our price range and kept looking until she found the house we wanted. She wasn't pushy at all and she's really friendly. When we move in a couple years, we'll use her as our Realtor. She is my #1 go-to person. If she told me to do something, I would take her recommendation at face value. She doesn't lie and she tells you what to expect in certain situations so you don't expect more than what you're going to get. We were first time home buyers and we wanted all kinds of things. She was realistic without being obnoxious. She still looked for what we wanted when she was looking for a house for us."
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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RE/MAX Advantage
New to Angi

Serving Shreveport, LA and surrounding areas

In business since 2004

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

A REALTOR® is a member of the National Association of REALTORS® & subscribes to its strict Code of Ethics. \n \nThe Code establishes time-honored & baseline principles that come from the collective experiences of REALTORS® since the Code of Ethics was first established in 1913. Those principles can be loosely defined as: \n \nLoyalty to clients; \n \nFiduciary (legal) duty to clients; \n \nCooperation with competitors; \n \nTruthfulness in statements & advertising; & non-interference in exclusive relationships that other REALTORS® have with their clients. \n \nTo earn a designation, a REALTOR® a real estate agent has taken coursework & demonstrated specific skills, performance & knowledge in a particular area of the real estate industry.

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FAQs for appraisal real estate service projects in Shreveport, LA

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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