Reasons to choose an appraisal from Crowe AppraisalsTo a lot of people, an appraisal is simply one more thing in the long list of items for a home purchase or refinance. Most lenders still want a local expert because the stakes are incredibly high, even though there are a developing number of automated home valuation processes that may appear more prudent than an appraisal. Is obtaining a mortgage the only reason you should get an appraisal? Are there other cases when the services of a certified, independent real estate professional might be beneficial? Of course. 
Dispute your tax assessment in Oklahoma CountyIf you are in an area where property values have depreciated, it's possible you're paying too much in property taxes. An appraisal from Crowe Appraisals is your best evidence when building your case. We're qualified to assist you in disputing your tax assessment. PMI removal to reduce a mortgage paymentWhen the amount being loaned to the buyeris more than 80% of the actual value of the real estate, most lenders ask home buyers to buy this extra insurance policy. That policy is Private Mortgage Insurance, or PMI. This extra payment is often bundled into the monthly mortgage payment and is soon forgotten. PMI isn't required when the remainder of the loan - whether through market appreciation or principal pay down - dips below the 80% mark, making this very unfavorable. In fact, the United States Congress invoked a law in 1998 (the Homeowners Protection Act of 1998) that requires lenders to eliminate the PMI installments when the loan-to-value ratio conditions have been met. Crowe Appraisals will give you a statement regarding the value of your home, and the expense of the appraisal can usually be recovered in just a few months because you'll no longer be paying the PMI. Order your appraisal from Crowe Appraisals today Order todayGet a fair valuation on a home for divorce settlementsA divorce is often complicated by the strenuous decision of who gets the home, and it can be an especially horrible occurrence for both parties. It's a good idea to order an appraisal from Crowe Appraisals so both parties are fully aware of the true market value of their house, regardless of the situation. The parties will have a better idea of what price to set, if they wish to sell the home. And on the flip side, if a "buyout" is the chosen option, both parties will feel like they've received a fair evaluation. Accurate and fair estate liquidationLosing a loved one is a difficult time in life, and settling an estate from a death, or probate, often entails an appraisal to establish Fair 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 maximum degree of discretion. Most Americans don't have dedicated estate planners or executors to take care of these affairs, unlike wealthy individuals. A home or other property often makes up an unequal share of the total estate value, so knowing the true worth of the real estate at hand is of essential importance to ensuring disputing parties leave knowing they've received a fair deal. Relocate to or from Oklahoma County for workEmployee relocation can be a stressful event, and we understand. That being said, we take great care in organizing an accommodating appointment time for the appraisal inspection. We encourage relocating employees to provide remarks on the positive attributes of their property, along with information regarding any current sales or listings in their area that they want considered during our thorough inspection. Sell your home quickly — at the right priceWhether you choose 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 selling price. Unlike a real estate agent, an appraiser has no vested interest in what price the house sells for. Our fees aren't a percentage of the sales price, but rather they are calculated on our efforts to complete the appraisal report. We determine the difference in value items like an extra bathroom or a kitchen remodel can make on a daily basis. Getting a professional appraisal is a trusted way to decide 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 properties are one the market. 
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