Getting an appraisal from The Real Estate Attic, Inc.

Year after year, thousands of people in Georgia purchase, sell or refinance their home. A lot of these transactions contain a simple line item for an appraisal. Most lenders still call in a local expert because the stakes are very high, even though there are a budding number of automated home valuation processes that might appear to be more cost-effective than an appraisal. But is obtaining a mortgage the only reason to get an appraisal? Are there also instances when the services of a certified, independent real estate professional might come in handy? Absolutely.


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Dispute your tax assessment in Forsyth County

It's possible you're paying too much in property taxes if you reside in an area where property values have depreciated. Ad Valorem taxes are based upon a past assessment of your house, so if values have declined in your neighborhood, you can appeal your assessment and save money. When building your case, an appraisal from The Real Estate Attic, Inc. is your best evidence. At The Real Estate Attic, Inc.,we can assist you in disputing your tax assessment.

The Real Estate Attic, Inc. can help you get rid of PMI to lower your mortgage payment

When the amount being loaned to the home owner is more than 80% of the actual value of the home, almost all lenders ask homeowners to buy an extra insurance policy. That policy is Private Mortgage Insurance, or PMI. Very often, this additional payment is bundled into the monthly mortgage payment and is promptly forgotten. This is bad because PMI isn't necessary when the remaining balance of the loan - whether through market appreciation or principal pay down - goes below the 80% level. In fact, the Homeowners Protection Act (HPA) of 1998 was approved by the United States Congress requiring lenders to eliminate the PMI payments on most mortgages when the balance is paid down to 78% of the original value.

The Real Estate Attic, Inc. will provide you with a statement regarding the value of your home, and the price you paid for the appraisal can usually be recovered in a short amount of time because you'll no longer be paying the PMI.

Divorce settlement with less stress

A divorce can be a particularly daunting experience for both parties, and it is often even more complicated by the challenging decision of who keeps the property. Regardless of the situation, it's wise to order an appraisal from The Real Estate Attic, Inc. so both parties are fully aware of the true market value of their house.

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

Trustworthy estate liquidation

Losing 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 residential property involved. We ensure the fullest degree of discretion, as we're bound with confidentiality by the ethics provision within the Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice (USPAP).

Most Americans don't have dedicated estate planners or executors to take care of these matters, unlike wealthy individuals. A home or other property often makes up a disproportionate share of the total estate value, so knowing the true value of the real estate at hand is of essential importance to ensuring disputing parties leave knowing they've gotten a fair deal.

The Real Estate Attic, Inc. can assist you in relocating to or from Forsyth County

Employee relocation can be a stressful event, and we understand. That being said, we take great care in setting up an accommodating appointment time for the appraisal inspection. During our intensive process, we recommend relocating employees to provide input on the positive features of their property, along with information about any recent sales or listings in their area that they want considered.

Selling your home quickly at the right price with an appraisal from The Real Estate Attic, Inc.

Whether you decide to sell your home on your own or with the help of a real estate agent, a professional appraisal will help you make a better educated decision regarding your asking price. Unlike a real estate agent, an appraiser has no vested interest in what price the house sells for. The price we charge isn't related to the sales price, but rather they rest on our efforts to finish the appraisal.

On a daily basis, we examine the difference in value items like an additional bathroom or a kitchen remodel can make. Seeking a professional appraisal is a trusted way to determine what improvements will add value and what an applicable 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 houses are one the market.