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.
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
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
Chicago Area Appraisals Accurate home appraisals from a licensed & trusted Chicago area real estate appraiser. Contact us to learn more! Get the Fair Market Value for your property! Fair Market Value Inc. 30+ Years Experience - Refinance - Estate Settlements Tax Appeals & Mortgages & Divorce
Chicago Area Appraisals Accurate home appraisals from a licensed & trusted Chicago area real estate appraiser. Contact us to learn more! Get the Fair Market Value for your property! Fair Market Value Inc. 30+ Years Experience - Refinance - Estate Settlements Tax Appeals & Mortgages & Divorce
Our team has a combined total of 40 years of Real Estate Experience in the Chicagoland and Surrounding Suburbs area. We are excited to work with you! We have built a team of dedicated professionals ready to help you make your move! Real Estate is our passion and we are here to make your transaction, whether it be to buy, sell or rent a 5 star experience! We know what it takes to make a move and we want to be by your side every step of the way. Moving can be stressful, so we offer amazing referrals we work with everyday to make your transactions seamless!
Our team has a combined total of 40 years of Real Estate Experience in the Chicagoland and Surrounding Suburbs area. We are excited to work with you! We have built a team of dedicated professionals ready to help you make your move! Real Estate is our passion and we are here to make your transaction, whether it be to buy, sell or rent a 5 star experience! We know what it takes to make a move and we want to be by your side every step of the way. Moving can be stressful, so we offer amazing referrals we work with everyday to make your transactions seamless!
Coach Appraisals has been providing accurate and detailed real estate appraisal services for homeowners, relators and lending institutions though out the Greater Chicago Land Area for over 15 years. Our Appraisals are completed in a timely manner without compromise to quality. So, whether you're a homeowner wondering what your house is worth today or are looking to buy and want to make sure the price is right, Coach Appraisals will tailor our services to meet your specific needs.
Coach Appraisals has been providing accurate and detailed real estate appraisal services for homeowners, relators and lending institutions though out the Greater Chicago Land Area for over 15 years. Our Appraisals are completed in a timely manner without compromise to quality. So, whether you're a homeowner wondering what your house is worth today or are looking to buy and want to make sure the price is right, Coach Appraisals will tailor our services to meet your specific needs.
I'm passionate about energy-efficient technologies, and I'm mechanically inclined. I listen closely to understand your end goal of buying your first home. I enjoy helping Spanish-speaking tenants find their new rental home.
I'm passionate about energy-efficient technologies, and I'm mechanically inclined. I listen closely to understand your end goal of buying your first home. I enjoy helping Spanish-speaking tenants find their new rental home.
Bauer Auction offers full auction & appraisal services. We have a Weekly Consignment Auction every Tuesday at our building in Mattoon, IL. We have a monthly Antique & Collectible auction the 2nd Sunday of Every month (except May on Mother's day, then we move it to the 3rd Sunday). We also have a traveling auction service that can auction full estates, businesses, real estate and large equipment on site.
Bauer Auction offers full auction & appraisal services. We have a Weekly Consignment Auction every Tuesday at our building in Mattoon, IL. We have a monthly Antique & Collectible auction the 2nd Sunday of Every month (except May on Mother's day, then we move it to the 3rd Sunday). We also have a traveling auction service that can auction full estates, businesses, real estate and large equipment on site.
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.