Why you should get an appraisal from Shamrock Appraisals, Inc.To many, an appraisal is simply one more thing on the settlement sheet for a home sale or refinance. Even though there are a developing number of automated home valuation methods that may seem less expensive than an appraisal, almost all lenders still call for a local expert because the stakes are very high. Is securing a mortgage the only reason you should get an appraisal? Are there additional instances when the services of a certified, independent real estate professional could be helpful? You bet. 
Contest your tax assessmentIf you live in an area where the property value has declined, it's possible you're paying too much in property taxes. When building your case, an appraisal from us is your best evidence. We're equipped to assist you in disputing your tax assessment. Eliminating PMI for mortgage paymentsWhen the amount being loaned to the homeowneris more than 80% of the actual value of the real estate, nearly all lenders ask home owners to buy this additional insurance policy. That policy is Private Mortgage Insurance, or PMI. This extra payment is often bundled into the monthly mortgage payment and is quickly forgotten. This is unfortunate because PMI isn't required when the remainder of the loan - whether through market appreciation or principal pay down - decreases below the 80% level. In fact, the United States Congress invoked a law in 1998 (the Homeowners Protection Act of 1998) that requires lenders to do away with the PMI payments when the loan-to-value ratio conditions have been met. If you'd like to eliminate PMI, Shamrock Appraisals, Inc. can give you a statement regarding the value of your home. The expense of the appraisal can often be recovered in a short amount of time because you'll no longer be paying the PMI. Get your appraisal from Shamrock Appraisals, Inc. Order todayDivorce settlement with fewer hang-upsA divorce can be an especially traumatic ordeal for both parties, and it is often even more complicated by the burdensome decision of who keeps the property. It's a good idea to get an appraisal from Shamrock Appraisals, Inc. so both parties are completely aware of the true market value of their home, regardless of the situation. If the parties wish to sell the home, they'll have a a good idea of what price to set. And if a "buyout" is the chosen option, both parties will feel like they've gotten a fair assessment. Ascertain an accurate and fair valuation for estate liquidationThe loss of a loved one is a painful time in life, and settling an estate from a death, or probate, often entails an appraisal to establish Fair Market Value for the residential property involved. We ensure the utmost degree of discretion, as we're bound with confidentiality by the ethics provision within the Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice (USPAP). Most Americans do not have dedicated estate planners or executors to manage these matters, unlike wealthy individuals. And seeing that a home or other property often makes up a disproportionate share of the total estate value, knowing the true worth of the real estate at hand is of essential importance to ensuring disputing parties walk away knowing they've received an honest deal. Move to or from Tuscaloosa County for workWe are aware of the stress associated with an employee relocation. That being said, we take great care in establishing an accommodating appointment time for the appraisal inspection. During our intensive inspection, we encourage relocating employees to provide remarks on the positive features of their property, as well as information regarding any recent sales or listings in their neighborhood that they want considered. Sell your home promptly — at the right priceA professional appraisal will help you make a better educated decision when determining your selling price, whether you choose to sell your home on your own or with the help of a real estate agent. Apart from a real estate agent, an appraiser has no vested interest in what price the house sells for. Our fees depend on our efforts to complete the appraisal report and and aren't related to the sales price. On a daily basis, we examine the difference in value items like an extra bathroom or a kitchen remodel can make. Obtaining a professional appraisal is a reliable way to determine what improvements will add value and what a suitable 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. 
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