Pre-Listing Appraisal Services from Affiliated Appraisal Services

Avoid having your home on the market too long or selling yourself short by getting an appraisal to demonstrate the right listing price. Are you working with a real estate agent to list your property? More than likely, they'll provide you with a comparative market analysis (or CMA) that includes selected sales houses in your local area. It's a customary starting point in determining your home's listing price. If you're going to minimize your home's time on the market and maximize your profit, this is a really important step.

Even if you're working with an expert agent, it's definitely in your best interest to have an "objective" third-party's opinion of value prior to signing the Listing Agreement.

And that's where Affiliated Appraisal Services comes in! We'll do a pre-listing appraisal so you and your agent have a detailed analysis of the most recent and similar comp sales and an accurate description of your house's features.

In today's adapting market, appointing a licensed appraiser is the best way to get a correct listing price for your home. Contact us today.

In addition to helping you set a realistic price to sell so your home will attract potential buyers, a knowledgeable appraisal from Affiliated Appraisal Services can:
  • Help provide advice when negotiating once you have a an interested buyer
  • Provide written proof of your home's state inside and out to impress buyers
  • Make yourself aware of problems and eliminate repair hassles at the eleventh hour
  • Cut down the chances of unexpected issues that can cause your sale to flop
  • Eliminate the wait for the buyer's appraisal to have assurance the deal will close
Many people are surprised when they find out that the market value of their house is more than they estimated, so investing in a professional appraisal actually allowed these sellers to receive several thousand more dollars than they thought they would when their home was sold. There are also plenty of home sellers who think their home is worth much more than it really is, and an appraisal helped them to realistically price their home in order for it to sell. An overpriced property will not attract potential buyers, which means you squander time and (not to mention) money and are left with no offers. And in the meantime, you're stuck paying the mortgage while your home is sitting still on the market.

Improvements to add value to your home

In addition to "how much?", there may be more important questions to ask yourself prior to listing your house. Would it be better to paint the entire house before we sell it... Does the tile need replacing... Should I finish my kitchen remodel... Nearly any project can affect value in some way. But not everything will have the same bang for the buck. Remodeling your kitchen may improve the appeal of a home, but be sure to figure out your costs before diving in. It may not justify the time and costs involved.

Need help making some of these important decisions? We're here for you. Unlike an agent, an appraiser has no vested interest in what amount the house sells for. Our fees are based on efforts to complete your report, and not a percentage of your home's sale price. A professional appraisal from Affiliated Appraisal Services will help homeowners like you make the best-informed decisions on investments to add value and setting a smart sales price.