Let Appraisal Associates, LLC take care of your appraisal

Thousands of people in Washington buy, sell or refinance their home each month. Most of these transactions involve a simple line item for an appraisal. Almost all lenders still call for a local expert because the stakes are so high, even though there are a developing number of automated home valuation methods that may appear more economical than an appraisal. But is getting a mortgage the only basis for getting an appraisal? Are there other situations when the services of a certified, independent real estate professional might come in handy? Absolutely.


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Challenge your tax assessment in Clark County

If you reside in an area where property values have declined, it's possible you're paying too much in property taxes. An appraisal from Appraisal Associates, LLC is your best evidence when building your case. At Appraisal Associates, LLC,we can assist you in appealing your tax assessment.
The company owner, Michael W. Martin, worked 7 years for the Division of Assessment Standards.

Getting rid of your PMI will lower your mortgage payment

Private Mortgage Insurance, or PMI, is an additional insurance plan that most lenders ask homeowners to purchase when the amount being loaned to the home owner is more than 80% of the actual value of the real estate. Since the added payment is usually folded into the monthly mortgage payment, it is often forgotten. PMI isn't required when the remainder of the loan - whether through market appreciation or principal pay down - decreases below the 80% mark, making this very unfavorable. In fact, the Homeowners Protection Act (HPA) of 1998 was implemented by the United States Congress requiring lenders to remove the PMI installments when the balance is paid down to 78% of the original value.

If you'd like to get rid of PMI, Appraisal Associates, LLC can give you a statement regarding the value of your home. The price you paid for the appraisal can generally be recovered in little time because you'll no longer be paying the PMI.

An appraisal from Appraisal Associates, LLC will help you settle a divorce with less stress

A divorce can be an especially daunting experience for both parties, and it is often more complicated by the difficult decision of who gets the home. It's a good idea to order an appraisal from Appraisal Associates, LLC so both parties are entirely aware of the true market value of their home, regardless of the situation.

The parties will have a good idea of what price to set, if they wish to sell the home. And if a "buyout" is the chosen option, both parties will feel like they've gotten a fair evaluation.

Settling an estate with peace of mind

The loss of a loved one is a difficult time in life, and settling an estate from a death, or probate, often requires an appraisal to establish Market Value for the real estate involved. The ethics provision within the Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice (USPAP) binds us with confidentiality, ensuring the highest degree of discretion.

Unlike many wealthy individuals, most Americans don't have dedicated estate planners or executors to manage these issues. A home or other property often makes up a disproportionate share of the total estate value, so understanding the true value of the real estate at hand is of vital importance to ensuring disputing parties leave knowing they've received a fair deal.

Appraisal Associates, LLC can help you with relocating to or from Clark County

Employee relocation can be a stressful event. We know where you're coming from! We take great care in organizing a convenient appointment time for the appraisal inspection. We encourage relocating employees to provide input on the positive attributes of their property, along with information regarding any recent sales or listings in their neighborhood that they want considered during our thorough process.

Sell your home quickly at the right price with an appraisal from Appraisal Associates, LLC

Whether you want to sell your home on your own or use the assistance of a real estate agent, a professional appraisal can help you make a more informed decision regarding your selling price. With much different interests than a real estate agent, an appraiser has no vested interest in what price the house sells for. Our fees aren't related to the sales price, but rather they are based on our efforts to complete the appraisal.

On a daily basis, we determine the difference in value things like an extra bathroom or a kitchen remodel can make. Obtaining a professional appraisal is a reliable way to decide what improvements will add value and what an appropriate sales price is for your home - so you don't come up short or have your house on the market an unnecessarily long time - because we're experts in knowing how long properties stay on the market.