Expert Real Estate Appraisals
What is an Appraisal?
An appraisal is an unbiased opinion of value of what a buyer might expect to pay and a seller might expect to receive for a property where both parties are informed.
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How to prepare for an appraisal?
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Enhance your curb appeal by mowing the lawn and trimming over grown bushes.​
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Make minor repairs: Secure handrails on stairways, steps and decks. Ensure smoke alarms are working correctly. Address any ceiling stains or roof leaks. Repair all plumbing issues. Make sure HVAC systems are functioning properly. Correct any signs of wood decay and peeling paint. Repair any broken doors or windows.
Home Appraisal vs Home Inspection
The home inspection and appraisal are not the same. They each serve a different purpose, follow a different process, and are conducted by different professionals. The main difference between the home appraisal and home inspection is that the appraisal determines the home’s value, whereas the inspection determines the home’s condition.
When do you need an appraisal?
Buying or selling a home. An appraisal can help ensure that the sale price is fair market value, so the buyer doesn't pay more than the property is worth and the lender doesn't lend more than it's worth. Lenders typically require an appraisal when a mortgage is involved in buying, refinancing, or selling a property.
GCM Appraisals offers expert appraisal services for all of your residential valuation needs.
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Fast On-Time Delivery of Quality Reports
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Serving Alabama in
Marion, Franklin, Lamar and Winston Counties