At Settles Appraisal Services we are your premier choice for residential appraisals. We offer fast, friendly and accurate RESIDENTIAL REAL ESTATE APPRAISAL services in North Carolina. Call today! We do not do personal property or commercial apprasials
"Dennis did a very thorough job and I would use his services again. He communicated well, was on time, and provided a professional appraisal."
Wesley H on July 2023
At Settles Appraisal Services we are your premier choice for residential appraisals. We offer fast, friendly and accurate RESIDENTIAL REAL ESTATE APPRAISAL services in North Carolina. Call today! We do not do personal property or commercial apprasials
"Dennis did a very thorough job and I would use his services again. He communicated well, was on time, and provided a professional appraisal."
Wesley H on July 2023
Mike Murgatroy has 24 years of lending experience and is an Angi Super Service Award recipient 2012-2022. Mike is also ranked in the top 1% mortgage originators in the United States. With integrity at the core of his values, you can rest assured that Mike Murgatroy will give you informed detailed mortgage advice, the same he would recommend to his own family. We pride ourselves on having a transparent process which we will walk you through every step of the way. Start your application process today by visiting themurgteam.com and find out why so many others continue to bring their business to Mike Murgatroy. NMLS ID# 60099; http://www.nmlsconsumeraccess.org
"It went great again. I am a repeat customer. They are professional, organized, and they perform like a well oiled machine. From the application process to the closing A+++++++ They do what they say they are going to do in a timely manner. I cannot say enough about this team. Thank you for another great experience Michael, Peter, Monica, and Connie."
joe v on March 2022
Mike Murgatroy has 24 years of lending experience and is an Angi Super Service Award recipient 2012-2022. Mike is also ranked in the top 1% mortgage originators in the United States. With integrity at the core of his values, you can rest assured that Mike Murgatroy will give you informed detailed mortgage advice, the same he would recommend to his own family. We pride ourselves on having a transparent process which we will walk you through every step of the way. Start your application process today by visiting themurgteam.com and find out why so many others continue to bring their business to Mike Murgatroy. NMLS ID# 60099; http://www.nmlsconsumeraccess.org
"It went great again. I am a repeat customer. They are professional, organized, and they perform like a well oiled machine. From the application process to the closing A+++++++ They do what they say they are going to do in a timely manner. I cannot say enough about this team. Thank you for another great experience Michael, Peter, Monica, and Connie."
joe v on March 2022
HomeChek Appraisals is a locally owned and operated appraisal firm serving Jacksonville and Wilmington, NC, and much of the southeastern coastal plain. As licensed professional appraisers, we take great pride in providing our clients thorough, detail-oriented service and honest, accurate results. At HomeChek Appraisals, our licensed professional appraisers are among some of the most conscientious and ethical in the industry. We do not work on contingency fees or percentage fees in order to provide honest, straightforward service and fulfill our fiduciary obligations to not only our clients but involved third parties as well, such as homeowners, buyers and sellers. We provide home appraisals for: • Primary and secondary mortgages • Mortgage refinancing • Private mortgage insurance removal • Estate planning • Divorce settlement HomeChek Appraisals is a fully licensed, certified and insured service provider and one of the most trusted names in the industry. You can rest assured that any appraisal performed by our firm will be performed thoroughly and professionally. Call HomeChek Appraisals today or visit our website for more useful information!
HomeChek Appraisals is a locally owned and operated appraisal firm serving Jacksonville and Wilmington, NC, and much of the southeastern coastal plain. As licensed professional appraisers, we take great pride in providing our clients thorough, detail-oriented service and honest, accurate results. At HomeChek Appraisals, our licensed professional appraisers are among some of the most conscientious and ethical in the industry. We do not work on contingency fees or percentage fees in order to provide honest, straightforward service and fulfill our fiduciary obligations to not only our clients but involved third parties as well, such as homeowners, buyers and sellers. We provide home appraisals for: • Primary and secondary mortgages • Mortgage refinancing • Private mortgage insurance removal • Estate planning • Divorce settlement HomeChek Appraisals is a fully licensed, certified and insured service provider and one of the most trusted names in the industry. You can rest assured that any appraisal performed by our firm will be performed thoroughly and professionally. Call HomeChek Appraisals today or visit our website for more useful information!
My primary business is consulting on buildings that have construction defects that allow moisture intrusion, rot, mold, etc. I also work with builders on new buildings to assist in the sequencing and selection of products to prevent moisture intrusion, promote long-term building performance, ie., concrete curing, roof flashing, window and door installation, moisture barriers, basement waterproofing, etc.
My primary business is consulting on buildings that have construction defects that allow moisture intrusion, rot, mold, etc. I also work with builders on new buildings to assist in the sequencing and selection of products to prevent moisture intrusion, promote long-term building performance, ie., concrete curing, roof flashing, window and door installation, moisture barriers, basement waterproofing, etc.
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.