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Can you check comps for me?
I want to know if I should order an appraisal"
That's a common question that is asked of appraisers every day. Lenders and borrowers don't want to waste their time and money on loans that won't "Appraise Out". Comp Searches
(pre-appraisal market value opinions) may also provide good "Customer Service". With that in mind, in order to provide this service 24/7 we have provided a link to sales for the United States,
You just type in the address, and zip code.
Ignore the Zestimate, since this just a average of all sales.
- Look on the left hand side, and uncheck homes for sales, make me move, we only want sold home. Check homes sold within the past six months.
- Now compare your home which is listed first, with homes of similar size.
On the left hand of the screen are all the details of the home, including the tax number, and you even look at an aerial of the home. A word of caution, if the property was constructed within the past six months, there may be no sales since it's original purchase.
Listed below are typical questions.
Question; what is your fee.
Answer; Fee for a standard full appraisal for single-family or condo is $350.00
Up-to $500,000 in value, a compete range of our fees can be found on the web site;
www.JamesAsso.com
Question; what is your turnaround time?
Answer; We try to complete all assignments within three business days. This depends on the client, if they are available. If the order is COD, if they have the funds. We accept all credit cards and local checks.
Question; Can you bill Escrow.
Answer; Listed below are the various options;
Option 1: COD
Check, cash, cashier’s check or credit card is collected from the borrower at time of inspection. Please be sure to quote correct fee to borrower and inform borrower he/she is responsible for having full payment for appraiser at time of inspection.
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