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Last update on February 21, 2025
We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business! Book with us online or feel free to give us a call today!
"I used Absolute Appraisal and I was extremely happy with how they approached my situation. The staff was more knowledgeable than anyone else I had spoken to previously. I was very happy at their positive attitude and honesty. I would recommend them to all of my friends and family."
Chris z on January 2025
We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business! Book with us online or feel free to give us a call today!
"I used Absolute Appraisal and I was extremely happy with how they approached my situation. The staff was more knowledgeable than anyone else I had spoken to previously. I was very happy at their positive attitude and honesty. I would recommend them to all of my friends and family."
Chris z on January 2025
Locally owned and operated real estate appraisal firm serving central and northeastern Illinois. We are experienced with all types of residential appraisals including single family units, 2-4 unit income properties, condominium, land appraisals, pre-listings, estate appraisals, bankruptcy and assessor related services, and more. Our priority is a high quality appraisal delivered in a quick turn around. Please call for availability outside of listed business hours.
Locally owned and operated real estate appraisal firm serving central and northeastern Illinois. We are experienced with all types of residential appraisals including single family units, 2-4 unit income properties, condominium, land appraisals, pre-listings, estate appraisals, bankruptcy and assessor related services, and more. Our priority is a high quality appraisal delivered in a quick turn around. Please call for availability outside of listed business hours.
RKN Properties, INC is a real estate valuation firm, performing appraisals for home owners, real estate agents, lawyers, accountants and private parties. We pride ourselves on our high quality, diligently prepared, and thoroughly readable appraisal reports. You can count on our experience, ethics, competence, diligence, and delivery. Our business is built on these values. When it comes to making important real estate investment decisions, the more you know, the better decision you can make. Give us a call today!
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David B on October 2022
RKN Properties, INC is a real estate valuation firm, performing appraisals for home owners, real estate agents, lawyers, accountants and private parties. We pride ourselves on our high quality, diligently prepared, and thoroughly readable appraisal reports. You can count on our experience, ethics, competence, diligence, and delivery. Our business is built on these values. When it comes to making important real estate investment decisions, the more you know, the better decision you can make. Give us a call today!
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David B on October 2022
Stapleton Appraisals is an owner operated appraisal company based out of Illinois. I have been a real estate appraiser for the past 30 years. This includes considerable experience in single family homes, condominiums and small apartment buildings. I am currently certified through the State of Illinois. Please contact me for your appraisal on your home, condo, townhome or small apartment building. Cell: 708-977-2521 E-Mail: mstapleton1@comcast.net
"Stapleton Appraisals (Mark Stapleton) inspected my property at 1248 Boeger on Monday and today Thursday he still has not done the appraisal report and informs me that he I would not have the report until next week because he is going away for the holiday weekend. Totally not acceptable! I want my $300. Refunded!"
James N H on October 2023
Stapleton Appraisals is an owner operated appraisal company based out of Illinois. I have been a real estate appraiser for the past 30 years. This includes considerable experience in single family homes, condominiums and small apartment buildings. I am currently certified through the State of Illinois. Please contact me for your appraisal on your home, condo, townhome or small apartment building. Cell: 708-977-2521 E-Mail: mstapleton1@comcast.net
"Stapleton Appraisals (Mark Stapleton) inspected my property at 1248 Boeger on Monday and today Thursday he still has not done the appraisal report and informs me that he I would not have the report until next week because he is going away for the holiday weekend. Totally not acceptable! I want my $300. Refunded!"
James N H on October 2023
For over 30 years, Hafner Appraisals has been committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of the Chicagoland area, combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests and make their concerns the basis of our business. Please give us a call today to discuss which product is right for you.
"Very thorough and detailed report"
Dev D on October 2023
For over 30 years, Hafner Appraisals has been committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of the Chicagoland area, combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests and make their concerns the basis of our business. Please give us a call today to discuss which product is right for you.
"Very thorough and detailed report"
Dev D on October 2023
MJ/Johnson Appraisals is a fully licensed residential up to four units professional Real Estate appraisal company offering superior residential service. We provide fast and reliable service and take pride in the work we do.
"We greatly appreciate the exceptional appraisal services provided by Michael Johnson. He was timely, professional, and highly knowledgeable, ensuring a smooth process from start to finish. The appraisal report was detailed and well-documented, with carefully selected comparables that accurately reflected market value. His fees were competitive, offering great value for the quality of service provided. Michael was easy to work with, communicative, and responsive, taking the time to explain his methodology clearly. His expertise and experience were evident, giving us full confidence in his assessment. Overall, we highly recommend Michael Johnson for his professionalism, accuracy, and outstanding service. Thank you, Michael!"
Juan G on February 2025
MJ/Johnson Appraisals is a fully licensed residential up to four units professional Real Estate appraisal company offering superior residential service. We provide fast and reliable service and take pride in the work we do.
"We greatly appreciate the exceptional appraisal services provided by Michael Johnson. He was timely, professional, and highly knowledgeable, ensuring a smooth process from start to finish. The appraisal report was detailed and well-documented, with carefully selected comparables that accurately reflected market value. His fees were competitive, offering great value for the quality of service provided. Michael was easy to work with, communicative, and responsive, taking the time to explain his methodology clearly. His expertise and experience were evident, giving us full confidence in his assessment. Overall, we highly recommend Michael Johnson for his professionalism, accuracy, and outstanding service. Thank you, Michael!"
Juan G on February 2025
Kephart Appraisal Service, Inc., has over 55 years of combined experience, providing accurate appraisals for homeowners, attorneys, investors and more. Kephart Appraisal Service, Inc., is on the HUD approved list for both Wisconsin and Illinois.
"Easy to work with, fair, honest, and accurate."
Jack D on September 2024
Kephart Appraisal Service, Inc., has over 55 years of combined experience, providing accurate appraisals for homeowners, attorneys, investors and more. Kephart Appraisal Service, Inc., is on the HUD approved list for both Wisconsin and Illinois.
"Easy to work with, fair, honest, and accurate."
Jack D on September 2024
AAA Appraisal Services; value added, 20% to 40% higher sale price, fast sale or problem solution. 30 year complex residential all types commercial appraisals, valuations in northern Illinois, Chicago, other states. I have near photographic memory of property areas, that I have been at. I have been at most towns and cities within 100 miles of Chicago. I have saved people's property from being over taxed. I have done a number of properties in downtown Chicago, lake front condos, including a turnaround plan for the Sear/Wilis Tower. +++I have a book out,True My Operating As An Angelic Being.The middle chapters are health related,that 95% of everything is curable in 6 months to 24 months including weight/body chemistry balance.In the 1980's, I was sent home to die. My doctor lady, Surgeon, MD., born out of country, now age 93 and looks age 35 saved me. I have helped a number of people get well and balanced. I can tell you in 15 min. I workout 4 days a week. No Plastics
"Very timely communicating with me."
Robert G on June 2020
AAA Appraisal Services; value added, 20% to 40% higher sale price, fast sale or problem solution. 30 year complex residential all types commercial appraisals, valuations in northern Illinois, Chicago, other states. I have near photographic memory of property areas, that I have been at. I have been at most towns and cities within 100 miles of Chicago. I have saved people's property from being over taxed. I have done a number of properties in downtown Chicago, lake front condos, including a turnaround plan for the Sear/Wilis Tower. +++I have a book out,True My Operating As An Angelic Being.The middle chapters are health related,that 95% of everything is curable in 6 months to 24 months including weight/body chemistry balance.In the 1980's, I was sent home to die. My doctor lady, Surgeon, MD., born out of country, now age 93 and looks age 35 saved me. I have helped a number of people get well and balanced. I can tell you in 15 min. I workout 4 days a week. No Plastics
"Very timely communicating with me."
Robert G on June 2020
Our mission at Ronald Neumann Appraisals is to continue the growth of our business by doing right by all of our clients. The detailed , professional appraisals provided by my company stack up with the competition and surpasses it with competitive prices We give you quality that you can measure, and a finished product that will provide with an accurate opinion of market value for your home. Call us today!
"Ron was very thorough in his retro appraisal we needed for a tax project. I would not hesitate to use his services again"
Tom O on February 2024
Our mission at Ronald Neumann Appraisals is to continue the growth of our business by doing right by all of our clients. The detailed , professional appraisals provided by my company stack up with the competition and surpasses it with competitive prices We give you quality that you can measure, and a finished product that will provide with an accurate opinion of market value for your home. Call us today!
"Ron was very thorough in his retro appraisal we needed for a tax project. I would not hesitate to use his services again"
Tom O on February 2024
We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business!
"Very friendly and professional I highly recommend CHRIS !!!"
Ray R on May 2018
We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business!
"Very friendly and professional I highly recommend CHRIS !!!"
Ray R on May 2018
An appraisal is an opinion of value, so anything that is expected to boost your home value is likely to work in your favor when it comes to the appraisal. Things like improving your curb appeal, painting, refinishing floors, and taking care of minor repairs are all good investments prior to ordering an appraisal. It’s also a good idea to clear out any clutter and complete a deep clean beforehand to show your property in the best light possible.
Appraisals aren’t required by law to complete a real estate transaction, but it’s unlikely that a lender will allow a buyer to close on a property without an appraisal, so, effectively, they are usually required. Your mortgage lender uses the property as collateral for your loan, and the appraisal is what the lender will base the mortgage on to confirm the value is there to justify their investment.
The average cost of a property appraisal is around $355, but different appraisers in your area could charge anywhere from $250 to $500. Appraisals for larger properties will often cost more, as will valuations for older properties. Appraisers will use homes in the surrounding area to help determine a valuation as well, so if your home doesn’t conform to the neighborhood standards, the valuation will require more work and will likely cost more.
A licensed appraiser is the only individual that can carry out a property appraisal. You should always check to ensure an appraiser you’re considering has the proper licensing from your state. Additionally, since an appraisal is meant to be an unbiased opinion of a property’s value, you should confirm that the appraiser doesn’t have ties to any other party in the sale of the property.
Anyone can hire a property appraiser to confirm the inherent value of a property, but the buyer or buyer’s lender will usually choose the appraiser and pay the individual for their opinion. It’s also not uncommon for the seller’s side in a real estate transaction to hire an appraiser in order to justify an asking price or negotiate a higher selling price.