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Valuesafe Appraisals, Inc.
4.9(
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Serving South Ozone Park, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2008

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Oleg and Aleksandra were very thorough, professional and responsive. The appraisals were accurate and very detailed. Exactly what I needed to settle my dad's estate. They knew I was in a time crunch and they worked with me to get the documents in just a few days. I am very grateful for their service and I would definitely recommend them. It's good to see great customer service still exists out there. Thank you ValueSafe!"
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Response time6 hrs
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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T Mitchell Appraisals
5.0(
35
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Serving South Ozone Park, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2001

Small jobs welcome

Customers say: Quality work

"T. Mitchell Appraisals was very responsive, timely and customer centered. Pricing was more than reasonable and the turn around time was beyond fast! With speed usually quality is sacrificed but NOT with T. Mitchell Appraisals. The documents I received are extremely thorough and accurate. I would certainly recommend them to anyone looking for a high quality appraiser, with exceptional service and rapid turn around!"
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Response time7 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Dennis Aarons & Associates, Inc.
4.9(
32
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Serving South Ozone Park, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1979

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I recently worked with Dan on a real estate appraisal. After speaking with a few appraisers, I chose Dan because he took the time to thoroughly explain the process, including IRS-qualified appraisal criteria, which made me feel the most comfortable. I was very impressed with his professionalism and expertise. He was punctual, thorough, and delivered a comprehensive report quickly. I highly recommend Dan and would work with him again in the future."
Response time10 hrs
Response rate90%
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Bennett Appraisal
4.6(
9
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Serving South Ozone Park, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Devon was a wonderful communicator as well as punctual. He was very professional and respectful of our home as well as our pet. I highly recommend Bennett Appraisals for your home appraisal needs. He said within 2 days we would have our appraisal and he held true to that. "
Response time2 hrs
Response rate96%
150 neighbors recently requested a quote
FHN Realty and Appraisal, Inc.
New to Angi

Serving South Ozone Park, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

FHN Realty and Appraisal, we take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality and customer service that we provide to meet the consumers' needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.

Response time2 days
17 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Mike Murgatroy CrossCountry Mortgage
4.9(
503
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Serving South Ozone Park, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 1998

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I have refinanced my mortgage before but it was never as seamless and efficient as Mike Murgatroy Guaranteed Rate. Furthermore, I already had a very low interest rate but they were able to go below that without my having to buy points. What's more, they are in Florida, I am in Washington State and the company is familiar with the real estate rules & laws within my state. One of three conversations I had with brokers, Guaranteed Rate was chosen because of how I felt talking with Peter - he was very direct, knowledgeable with a sense of humor. All the people I worked with at this company were a pleasure to do business with."
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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Appraisal Valuations
5.0(
13
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Serving South Ozone Park, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 1983

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Kevin looked at various paintings, dolls, jewelry, crystal, household goods, vintage toys, figurines, lamps, miscellaneous items such as a Yankees’ baseball signed by team members, vintage fountain pens, 20th C Child’s violin, Shirley Temple dolls, vintage opera glasses, etc. He took pictures of the items he felt had some unique quality and worth and later got back to us with a listing of the items and their value. Kevin helped us to know the actual value of items for estate sale. He was kind in realizing the owner had come from humble means. He understands all levels of value."
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Queens Home Team at Keller Williams Realty
5.0(
22
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Serving South Ozone Park, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Abigail and George Herrera of the Keller Williams Queens Home Team (with assistant Ana Reyes) did a superb job representing us as sellers of our home in Queens. We recommend them with top scores. They were exceptionally polite and considerate and kept in very close touch about everything. They responded immediately to all of our communications. They gave us excellent advice about showing the house, and the house went into contract immediately. We were living in another state, and Abigail and Ana handled everything for us including recommending a clean out company and contractors to make the necessary repairs. They made it easy for us to sign contracts online and to provide them with all they needed for the closing. They kept in touch with our real estate lawyer and reassured us through the whole process. We recommend them whole hardheartedly."
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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FAQs for appraisal real estate service projects in South Ozone Park, NY

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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