Dotson Realty,LLC is a real estate valuation firm performing appraisals for lenders, real estate agents, lawyers, accountants and private parties. We pride ourselves on our high quality, diligently prepared and thoroughly readable appraisal reports. You can count on our experience, ethics, competence, diligence and delivery. Our business is built on these values. When it comes to making important real estate investment decisions, the more you know, the better decision you can make. Give us a call today!
Dotson Realty,LLC is a real estate valuation firm performing appraisals for lenders, real estate agents, lawyers, accountants and private parties. We pride ourselves on our high quality, diligently prepared and thoroughly readable appraisal reports. You can count on our experience, ethics, competence, diligence and delivery. Our business is built on these values. When it comes to making important real estate investment decisions, the more you know, the better decision you can make. Give us a call today!
AMERICAN GRID, LLC is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.
"they accommodated special request at no additional cost"
charles b on August 2023
AMERICAN GRID, LLC is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.
"they accommodated special request at no additional cost"
charles b on August 2023
With over 33 years of experience, North Star Realty provides professional high-quality appraisals and exceptional customer service. I service the greater Houston area. I provide residential real estate appraisal/valuation services for purposes of divorce, estate, to assist in challenging Ad Valorem property taxes, marketing/listing, purchase/investment, repairs and improvements, and other purposes NOT related to getting a mortgage from a lender unless the lender/loan officer has EXPRESSLY STATED you can pick an appraiser of your own choosing. Mortgage lenders will typically order their own appraisals, on your behalf. Please be specific about your appraisal needs. Appraisal Fees can vary depending on factors such as property size, land area and/or assignment complexities. I'm also a real estate broker and a Realtor® and can provide services as a buyer's agent for purchasing properties, or for listing properties for sale when NOT acting in the capacity of a real estate appraiser.
"Very professional"
Don F on February 2019
With over 33 years of experience, North Star Realty provides professional high-quality appraisals and exceptional customer service. I service the greater Houston area. I provide residential real estate appraisal/valuation services for purposes of divorce, estate, to assist in challenging Ad Valorem property taxes, marketing/listing, purchase/investment, repairs and improvements, and other purposes NOT related to getting a mortgage from a lender unless the lender/loan officer has EXPRESSLY STATED you can pick an appraiser of your own choosing. Mortgage lenders will typically order their own appraisals, on your behalf. Please be specific about your appraisal needs. Appraisal Fees can vary depending on factors such as property size, land area and/or assignment complexities. I'm also a real estate broker and a Realtor® and can provide services as a buyer's agent for purchasing properties, or for listing properties for sale when NOT acting in the capacity of a real estate appraiser.
"Very professional"
Don F on February 2019
Katy Appraisals, LLC is a real estate valuation firm, performing appraisals for home owners, real estate agents, lawyers, accountants and private parties. We pride ourselves on our high quality, diligently prepared, and thoroughly readable appraisal reports. You can count on our experience, ethics, competence, diligence, and delivery. Our business is built on these values. When it comes to making important real estate investment decisions, the more you know, the better decision you can make. Give us a call today!
"Extremely pleased with the professionalism of Chris, owner of Katy Appraisal. On time & very happy with how quickly I received the appraisal Report. I highly recommend Katy Appraisal."
Sean P on May 2023
Katy Appraisals, LLC is a real estate valuation firm, performing appraisals for home owners, real estate agents, lawyers, accountants and private parties. We pride ourselves on our high quality, diligently prepared, and thoroughly readable appraisal reports. You can count on our experience, ethics, competence, diligence, and delivery. Our business is built on these values. When it comes to making important real estate investment decisions, the more you know, the better decision you can make. Give us a call today!
"Extremely pleased with the professionalism of Chris, owner of Katy Appraisal. On time & very happy with how quickly I received the appraisal Report. I highly recommend Katy Appraisal."
Sean P on May 2023
2Vets Appraisals LLC is a real estate valuation firm performing residential appraisals for lenders, real estate agents, lawyers, accountants and private parties. We pride ourselves on our high quality, diligently prepared and thoroughly readable appraisal reports. You can count on our experience, ethics, competence, diligence and delivery. Our business is built on these values. When it comes to making important real estate investment decisions, the more you know, the better decision you can make.
"Very efficient, professional, and prompt."
Billy A on February 2025
2Vets Appraisals LLC is a real estate valuation firm performing residential appraisals for lenders, real estate agents, lawyers, accountants and private parties. We pride ourselves on our high quality, diligently prepared and thoroughly readable appraisal reports. You can count on our experience, ethics, competence, diligence and delivery. Our business is built on these values. When it comes to making important real estate investment decisions, the more you know, the better decision you can make.
"Very efficient, professional, and prompt."
Billy A on February 2025
Farrell Realty Advisors (FRA) is an full service real estate valuation and advisory firm serving the Greater Houston area. The company was founded in 2007 by Greg A. Farrell, MAI, SRA, MRICS. The firm's primary focus is providing valuation and consultation services for both commercial and residential real estate to a variety of clients including individuals, governmental agencies, investors, developers, banks and financial institutions. In today's complex and turbulent real estate markets, we understand our pivotal role in business and the development of communities. FRA offers extensive experience with a broad spectrum of property types including: single-family, multi-family, industrial, office, hotel/resorts, healthcare related facilities, retail shopping centers, special use properties and vacant land.
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Stephanie H on January 2025
Farrell Realty Advisors (FRA) is an full service real estate valuation and advisory firm serving the Greater Houston area. The company was founded in 2007 by Greg A. Farrell, MAI, SRA, MRICS. The firm's primary focus is providing valuation and consultation services for both commercial and residential real estate to a variety of clients including individuals, governmental agencies, investors, developers, banks and financial institutions. In today's complex and turbulent real estate markets, we understand our pivotal role in business and the development of communities. FRA offers extensive experience with a broad spectrum of property types including: single-family, multi-family, industrial, office, hotel/resorts, healthcare related facilities, retail shopping centers, special use properties and vacant land.
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Stephanie H on January 2025
When your Houston area real estate appraisal has to be done quickly for your borrower, professionally and accurately for your underwriter, and be marketable to every lender in the country, let Trombly Appraisal LLC show you what your property is worth in the market. Whatever your Houston area real estate appraisal needs might be, William Trombly can be of service. We do mortgage loan appraisals, real estate appraisals for developers, builders, and rehabbers, retrospective appraisals, and finding the accurate value to list your property at.
When your Houston area real estate appraisal has to be done quickly for your borrower, professionally and accurately for your underwriter, and be marketable to every lender in the country, let Trombly Appraisal LLC show you what your property is worth in the market. Whatever your Houston area real estate appraisal needs might be, William Trombly can be of service. We do mortgage loan appraisals, real estate appraisals for developers, builders, and rehabbers, retrospective appraisals, and finding the accurate value to list your property at.
As a sixth and seventh generation family-run business, we are proud to personally assist and serve our customers. At Zadok’s, we have created a unique combination. While being a local Houston jewelry store, we also receive national, as well as international recognition in the jewelry and watch industries for our sterling reputation, exceptional service, integrity, philanthropy, and successful growth. Through the years we have also been privileged to become the jeweler of choice for many people who live in other parts of the country and around the world. Our goal is to help turn some of the minutes in your life into special moments that ultimately become treasured milestones. Fine jewelry, as an heirloom, reminds us to reflect upon and rejoice in life’s most precious moments, to celebrate life and love, family and friendship, success and beauty. On our website and in our store, we feature a vast array of merchandise, including spectacular collections from the world’s leading jewelry designers and Swiss watch brands. There are several GIA (Gemological Institute of America) Graduate Gemologists on our staff, including all of the Zadok sons. With expert guidance from us, and a non-pressure selling ethic, a relaxing shopping experience always awaits you at Zadok Jewelers. All this, plus a vast selection of certified loose diamonds and gemstones, platinum and gold engagement and wedding rings, and Swiss timepieces, has earned our store the reputation as Houston's largest and most distinctive couture Jewelry, watch, and diamond gallery. Gifts of fine jewelry and luxury watches are of lasting value. This is a perfect time to bring in some of your own jewelry that you do not care to wear anymore. We will work with you on redesigning the pieces and custom-design something that fits your own personal taste and style. We have both an on-site jewelry fabrication facility and jewelry repair services. Our watch service center can repair, restore and maintain virtually any watch, and is an official repair facility for many fine watch lines. During the past 34 years our store has grown along with its clientele. Today, Zadok Jewelers encompasses over 12,000 square feet- ten times its original size- and our loyal customers span across the globe.
As a sixth and seventh generation family-run business, we are proud to personally assist and serve our customers. At Zadok’s, we have created a unique combination. While being a local Houston jewelry store, we also receive national, as well as international recognition in the jewelry and watch industries for our sterling reputation, exceptional service, integrity, philanthropy, and successful growth. Through the years we have also been privileged to become the jeweler of choice for many people who live in other parts of the country and around the world. Our goal is to help turn some of the minutes in your life into special moments that ultimately become treasured milestones. Fine jewelry, as an heirloom, reminds us to reflect upon and rejoice in life’s most precious moments, to celebrate life and love, family and friendship, success and beauty. On our website and in our store, we feature a vast array of merchandise, including spectacular collections from the world’s leading jewelry designers and Swiss watch brands. There are several GIA (Gemological Institute of America) Graduate Gemologists on our staff, including all of the Zadok sons. With expert guidance from us, and a non-pressure selling ethic, a relaxing shopping experience always awaits you at Zadok Jewelers. All this, plus a vast selection of certified loose diamonds and gemstones, platinum and gold engagement and wedding rings, and Swiss timepieces, has earned our store the reputation as Houston's largest and most distinctive couture Jewelry, watch, and diamond gallery. Gifts of fine jewelry and luxury watches are of lasting value. This is a perfect time to bring in some of your own jewelry that you do not care to wear anymore. We will work with you on redesigning the pieces and custom-design something that fits your own personal taste and style. We have both an on-site jewelry fabrication facility and jewelry repair services. Our watch service center can repair, restore and maintain virtually any watch, and is an official repair facility for many fine watch lines. During the past 34 years our store has grown along with its clientele. Today, Zadok Jewelers encompasses over 12,000 square feet- ten times its original size- and our loyal customers span across the globe.
One of Coldwell Banker United, Realtors leading Senior Broker Associate. Steve has been selling Houston's finest homes since 1987 and says his goal is "to be the Realtor, who all my clients will refer to their family, friends, and work associates." Beyond that, he strives to push himself further or in his words, "to continually surpass expectations and evolve with the ever-changing real estate industry." Additional phone number - (713) 623-8899.
One of Coldwell Banker United, Realtors leading Senior Broker Associate. Steve has been selling Houston's finest homes since 1987 and says his goal is "to be the Realtor, who all my clients will refer to their family, friends, and work associates." Beyond that, he strives to push himself further or in his words, "to continually surpass expectations and evolve with the ever-changing real estate industry." Additional phone number - (713) 623-8899.
Champions School of Real Estate
Champions School of Real Estate
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.