We inspect hundreds of millions of dollars of Twin Cities real estate every year. We're good at what we do and our long list of happy clients proves it. When they go on to heartily recommend us to co-workers, family and friends we know we've got a winning combination of experience, knowledge and cutting-edge technology that works to deliver an inspection that will have you singing our praises too. We call it The HomeSight Difference. Experience it for yourself. Comprehensive Single-Family Home Inspections Multi-Family Home Inspections New Construction Inspections 1 year Warranty Inspections Pre-listing Inspections Troubleshooting and Problem Solving Thermal Imaging - Certified Level 1 Thermographers Radon Testing - 48 hour continuous monitors
"Tim D. has no business being a home inspector. He decided to tank the sale of the house by stating there was significant hail damage, which there was not. Insurance said roof is fine. Qualified roof inspector said roof was fine. Buyer gave us report and demanded $20k off the sale for the roof. Now we can't sell the house until we have a written report discrediting the InSight inspection. Tim also was unable to figure out if outside water faucets were winterized. No license or training to operate as home inspector, so this is what you get."
Laurel C on May 2024
We inspect hundreds of millions of dollars of Twin Cities real estate every year. We're good at what we do and our long list of happy clients proves it. When they go on to heartily recommend us to co-workers, family and friends we know we've got a winning combination of experience, knowledge and cutting-edge technology that works to deliver an inspection that will have you singing our praises too. We call it The HomeSight Difference. Experience it for yourself. Comprehensive Single-Family Home Inspections Multi-Family Home Inspections New Construction Inspections 1 year Warranty Inspections Pre-listing Inspections Troubleshooting and Problem Solving Thermal Imaging - Certified Level 1 Thermographers Radon Testing - 48 hour continuous monitors
"Tim D. has no business being a home inspector. He decided to tank the sale of the house by stating there was significant hail damage, which there was not. Insurance said roof is fine. Qualified roof inspector said roof was fine. Buyer gave us report and demanded $20k off the sale for the roof. Now we can't sell the house until we have a written report discrediting the InSight inspection. Tim also was unable to figure out if outside water faucets were winterized. No license or training to operate as home inspector, so this is what you get."
Laurel C on May 2024
We provide real estate appraisal services for all residential needs. If you are settling an estate, going through a divorce or simply need to know what your property is worth for todays market, we can help. We work on single family residential homes, multi-family properties up to 4 units, vacant land of all sizes, condo's, manufactured homes, new construction and reconstruction. I have over 21 years of experience in the real estate industry with over 17 years dedicated to appraisals. My coverage areas include all of western Wisconsin including Barron, Buffalo, Chippewa, Clark, Dunn, Eau Claire, Jackson, La Crosse, Pepin, Pierce, Rusk, St. Croix and Trempealeau counties.
We provide real estate appraisal services for all residential needs. If you are settling an estate, going through a divorce or simply need to know what your property is worth for todays market, we can help. We work on single family residential homes, multi-family properties up to 4 units, vacant land of all sizes, condo's, manufactured homes, new construction and reconstruction. I have over 21 years of experience in the real estate industry with over 17 years dedicated to appraisals. My coverage areas include all of western Wisconsin including Barron, Buffalo, Chippewa, Clark, Dunn, Eau Claire, Jackson, La Crosse, Pepin, Pierce, Rusk, St. Croix and Trempealeau counties.
A leading provider of real estate valuations for Minnesota and Western Wisconsin.
A leading provider of real estate valuations for Minnesota and Western Wisconsin.
I work with buyers and sellers in home buying and selling. I am licensed in both Minnesota and Wisconsin which makes it super easy and efficient to look on the border. I am the sole owner of my business, but I am apart of Keller Williams Select Realty.
I work with buyers and sellers in home buying and selling. I am licensed in both Minnesota and Wisconsin which makes it super easy and efficient to look on the border. I am the sole owner of my business, but I am apart of Keller Williams Select Realty.
Property Preservationist specialist Insured assuring vacant properties are in conveyance condition.
Property Preservationist specialist Insured assuring vacant properties are in conveyance condition.
Real estate listing, real estate buyer services, residential property management in Menomonie, Boyceville, Downsville, Durand, and Elk Mound
Real estate listing, real estate buyer services, residential property management in Menomonie, Boyceville, Downsville, Durand, and Elk Mound
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.