With years of experience serving the area, we are your solution for all your appraisal needs. We take great pride in our extreme professionalism, timeliness, and superior customer service on every job. We make sure to develop a lasting relationship, so that the next time service is needed, there will be no question on who to call. Check out our 5 star reviews from happy customers! Call us today, so we can discuss your needs, and make a plan that fits your budget. Satisfaction guaranteed!
"Overall, it was a good experience with them. Tom was very thorough with his inspection and professional. He had the appraisal to me in a timely manner. I highly recommend their services to anyone needing them. A"
Denise S on April 2023
With years of experience serving the area, we are your solution for all your appraisal needs. We take great pride in our extreme professionalism, timeliness, and superior customer service on every job. We make sure to develop a lasting relationship, so that the next time service is needed, there will be no question on who to call. Check out our 5 star reviews from happy customers! Call us today, so we can discuss your needs, and make a plan that fits your budget. Satisfaction guaranteed!
"Overall, it was a good experience with them. Tom was very thorough with his inspection and professional. He had the appraisal to me in a timely manner. I highly recommend their services to anyone needing them. A"
Denise S on April 2023
Welcome to the future of real estate valuation solutions with Akrivis. We combine innovation and evolving technology with our exclusive network of photography contractors to deliver accurate real estate valuations in less than five days. No stress, no fuss, just fast and reliable property values.
"Very easy to work with. They were fast efficient and dependable. I highly recommend them. "
Jay N on February 2025
Welcome to the future of real estate valuation solutions with Akrivis. We combine innovation and evolving technology with our exclusive network of photography contractors to deliver accurate real estate valuations in less than five days. No stress, no fuss, just fast and reliable property values.
"Very easy to work with. They were fast efficient and dependable. I highly recommend them. "
Jay N on February 2025
Helping Policyholders navigate the Property Claim and Loss Maze. We are insurance coverage experts for 40 yrs consistently finding coverage where others have failed and reversing denied claims.
Helping Policyholders navigate the Property Claim and Loss Maze. We are insurance coverage experts for 40 yrs consistently finding coverage where others have failed and reversing denied claims.
Specializing in real estate brokerage via private treaty and public auction.
Specializing in real estate brokerage via private treaty and public auction.
Our company has over 100 yrs combined experience in auctions and real estate needs. We have 3 full time auctioneers, 8 real estate agents and an office secretary.
Our company has over 100 yrs combined experience in auctions and real estate needs. We have 3 full time auctioneers, 8 real estate agents and an office secretary.
Alerding CPA Group was formed in 1998 to provide not-for-profit organizations and privately-held companies with audit and accounting, consulting and tax services. We have 29 employees, including 15 Certified Public Accountants. We pride ourselves on giving every client the personal touch and truly investing in their success!
Alerding CPA Group was formed in 1998 to provide not-for-profit organizations and privately-held companies with audit and accounting, consulting and tax services. We have 29 employees, including 15 Certified Public Accountants. We pride ourselves on giving every client the personal touch and truly investing in their success!
Indiana Mold Remediation is a locally owned Indiana company performing mold remediation and testing for the past decade. We welcome your questions, and are happy to provide free advice over the phone. our staff is friendly and easy to work with, and we will not try to scare you into buying services that you do not need.
"Mark, who did the initial visit, was very professional and knowledgeable and honest. And the crew that showed up to do the work was also professional and friendly. The owner also worked with me directly to resolve a minor billing mistake, which certainly strengthened by trust of this local company."
JAMES K on September 2020
Indiana Mold Remediation is a locally owned Indiana company performing mold remediation and testing for the past decade. We welcome your questions, and are happy to provide free advice over the phone. our staff is friendly and easy to work with, and we will not try to scare you into buying services that you do not need.
"Mark, who did the initial visit, was very professional and knowledgeable and honest. And the crew that showed up to do the work was also professional and friendly. The owner also worked with me directly to resolve a minor billing mistake, which certainly strengthened by trust of this local company."
JAMES K on September 2020
Ruoff Home Mortgage is a fully approved HUD Direct Endorsement independent mortgage bank committed to helping you find the right mortgage product for your needs. We are licensed in Indiana, Illinois and Michigan. Because we understand that every borrower is different, we offer a variety of products to meet your individual requirements such as conventional mortgages, FHA mortgages, VA mortgages, new construction mortgages, and home equity loans. We also offer first-time homebuyer programs through Indiana Housing and Community Development Authority. With over 25 years of experience, we make the process of securing a mortgage simple and straight forward - with no hidden costs and no surprises. Our own in-house processing, underwriting and closing departments can help expedite the whole process while providing individual personal service. Contact us today to find out more about our low closing costs and great rates on our many flexible mortgage products. Ruoff is also an independent insurance agent offering homeowners insurance, auto insurance, and life insurance products.
Ruoff Home Mortgage is a fully approved HUD Direct Endorsement independent mortgage bank committed to helping you find the right mortgage product for your needs. We are licensed in Indiana, Illinois and Michigan. Because we understand that every borrower is different, we offer a variety of products to meet your individual requirements such as conventional mortgages, FHA mortgages, VA mortgages, new construction mortgages, and home equity loans. We also offer first-time homebuyer programs through Indiana Housing and Community Development Authority. With over 25 years of experience, we make the process of securing a mortgage simple and straight forward - with no hidden costs and no surprises. Our own in-house processing, underwriting and closing departments can help expedite the whole process while providing individual personal service. Contact us today to find out more about our low closing costs and great rates on our many flexible mortgage products. Ruoff is also an independent insurance agent offering homeowners insurance, auto insurance, and life insurance products.
10 EMPLOYEES. NO SUBS. COST IS DETERMINED BY THE JOB. NO TRAVEL CHARGES.
10 EMPLOYEES. NO SUBS. COST IS DETERMINED BY THE JOB. NO TRAVEL CHARGES.
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.