At Lawrence Appraisal Service Inc., we take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship, and complete customer satisfaction, from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work, and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.
"I hired this company for an appraisal. Well he missed the fact that for my stove we do not have a 220 line nor did we have a gas line. This huge error has caused me to overpay for a property that I could have negotiated and asked for either a gas line to be in place or a 220 line to be installed prior to the purchase. According to two plumbers and one electrician the cost of getting a gas line is well over $3,000.00 and an electric install would cost $5,000. Overall I am not happy with this service and have considered going to small claims court."
Valerie W on August 2024
At Lawrence Appraisal Service Inc., we take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship, and complete customer satisfaction, from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work, and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.
"I hired this company for an appraisal. Well he missed the fact that for my stove we do not have a 220 line nor did we have a gas line. This huge error has caused me to overpay for a property that I could have negotiated and asked for either a gas line to be in place or a 220 line to be installed prior to the purchase. According to two plumbers and one electrician the cost of getting a gas line is well over $3,000.00 and an electric install would cost $5,000. Overall I am not happy with this service and have considered going to small claims court."
Valerie W on August 2024
With 30 years of experience helping both homeowners and lenders, I can help with any Residential Appraisal Services you may require! --- Whether it is insurance, property tax, Estate settlements, Investment or general real estate valuations, I can help you. --- I DO APPRAISALS ON RESIDENTIAL REAL ESTATE ONLY (NO COMMERCIAL OR BUSINESS PROPERTY APPRAISALS). ---- I make it as easy as possible for my Clients! For a knowledgeable, quick and easy service done right the first time, please call today!! I can't wait to add you to the family of satisfied consumers! ---(NOTE: For mortgage related appraisals, your Lender usually selects the appraiser, so check with them first before hiring an appraiser for a new mortgage or PMI removal). --- WE DO NOT APPRAISE NON-REALTY ITEMS, SUCH AS FURNITURE, ANTIQUES OR OTHER HOUSEHOLD ITEMS. -------- STRICTLY RESIDENTIAL HOME APPRAISALS. Eric B. Peterson --- NY State Certified Residential Appraiser (Certified since 1992) --- Appraisal Services of WNY
"Would definitely recommend Eric Peterson for your home appraisal needs Great personality. Excellent response time a wonderful job with my home would definitely hire him again or recommend him to friends."
James B on April 2024
With 30 years of experience helping both homeowners and lenders, I can help with any Residential Appraisal Services you may require! --- Whether it is insurance, property tax, Estate settlements, Investment or general real estate valuations, I can help you. --- I DO APPRAISALS ON RESIDENTIAL REAL ESTATE ONLY (NO COMMERCIAL OR BUSINESS PROPERTY APPRAISALS). ---- I make it as easy as possible for my Clients! For a knowledgeable, quick and easy service done right the first time, please call today!! I can't wait to add you to the family of satisfied consumers! ---(NOTE: For mortgage related appraisals, your Lender usually selects the appraiser, so check with them first before hiring an appraiser for a new mortgage or PMI removal). --- WE DO NOT APPRAISE NON-REALTY ITEMS, SUCH AS FURNITURE, ANTIQUES OR OTHER HOUSEHOLD ITEMS. -------- STRICTLY RESIDENTIAL HOME APPRAISALS. Eric B. Peterson --- NY State Certified Residential Appraiser (Certified since 1992) --- Appraisal Services of WNY
"Would definitely recommend Eric Peterson for your home appraisal needs Great personality. Excellent response time a wonderful job with my home would definitely hire him again or recommend him to friends."
James B on April 2024
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.
"Scott was very efficient and answered all of my questions. I feel very confident working with him and his team."
Nancy M on January 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.
"Scott was very efficient and answered all of my questions. I feel very confident working with him and his team."
Nancy M on January 2025
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We provide Title Insurance/Settlement Services for residential and commercial properties for the states of NJ, NY amd PA.
"I did not hire this company because the home sale was an estate settlement. They referred me to an attorney."
Shirley H on September 2018
We provide Title Insurance/Settlement Services for residential and commercial properties for the states of NJ, NY amd PA.
"I did not hire this company because the home sale was an estate settlement. They referred me to an attorney."
Shirley H on September 2018
Home Inspections by a registered professional engineer (P.E.) Cerritied American Society of Home Inspectors (ASHI) Member Certified NYS Home Inspector 25+ Years of Experience
Home Inspections by a registered professional engineer (P.E.) Cerritied American Society of Home Inspectors (ASHI) Member Certified NYS Home Inspector 25+ Years of Experience
I provide valuation reports for personal property - antiques, collectibles, furniture, decorative arts, art, household goods, etc. Appraisals are provided for charitable donations, estate settlement, insurance purposes or even just when curious to know what something is worth. I am a member of the International Society of Appraisers and all my work is done in accordance with their standards as well as those of the Uniform Standards for Professional Appraisal Practice.
I provide valuation reports for personal property - antiques, collectibles, furniture, decorative arts, art, household goods, etc. Appraisals are provided for charitable donations, estate settlement, insurance purposes or even just when curious to know what something is worth. I am a member of the International Society of Appraisers and all my work is done in accordance with their standards as well as those of the Uniform Standards for Professional Appraisal Practice.
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.