Appraisal Partners, Inc. in Fort Myers are hired for numerous purposes

To many, an appraisal just looks like a line item on the settlement sheet for a home sale or refinance. Nearly all lenders still call for a local expert because the stakes are very high, even though there are a multiplying number of automated home valuation processes that may seem more cost-effective than an appraisal. You might think that securing a mortgage is the only reason to get an appraisal, but there are other situations when the services of a licensed, independent real estate professional might come in handy.


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Let Appraisal Partners, Inc. help you challenge your tax assessment in Lee County

It's quite possible you're paying too much in property taxes if you reside in an area where property values have depreciated. Ad Valorem taxes are determined by a previous assessment of your house, so if prices are less than what they used to be in your area, you can appeal your assessment and save money. When building your case, an appraisal from Appraisal Partners, Inc. is your best evidence. At Appraisal Partners, Inc., we're qualified to assist you in appealing your tax assessment.

How can you do away with PMI to lower your mortgage payment?

Private Mortgage Insurance, or PMI, is an additional insurance policy that almost all lenders ask homebuyers to purchase when the amount being loaned to the homebuyer is more than 80% of the actual value of the property. Most often, this additional payment is bundled into the monthly mortgage payment and is promptly forgotten. PMI becomes unnecessary when the remainder of the loan - whether through market appreciation or principal pay down - falls below the 80% level, making this very unfortunate. In fact, the Homeowners Protection Act (HPA) of 1998 was approved by the United States Congress requiring lenders to remove the PMI installments when the balance is paid down to 78% of the original value.

If you'd like to do away with PMI, Appraisal Partners, Inc. can give you a statement regarding the value of your home. The cost of the home valuation can usually be recovered in just a few months because you'll no longer be paying the PMI.

An appraisal from Appraisal Partners, Inc. will help you settle a divorce with less stress

A divorce is an especially traumatic event for the parties involved, and it is often further complicated by the troublesome decision of who maintains the home. So both parties are fully aware of the true market value of their home, it's a good idea to order an appraisal from Appraisal Partners, Inc., regardless of the situation.

If the parties need to sell the home, they'll have a better idea of what price to set. And if a "buyout" is the chosen option, both parties will feel like they've gotten a fair assessment.

Fair and accurate estate liquidation

The death of a loved one is a hard time in life, and settling an estate from a death, or probate, often calls for an appraisal to establish Market Value for the real estate involved. We guarantee the maximum degree of discretion, as we're bound with confidentiality by the ethics provision within the Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice (USPAP).

Most Americans do not have dedicated estate planners or executors to handle these matters, unlike many wealthy individuals. And since a home or other property often makes up a disproportionate share of the total estate value, understanding the precise value of the real estate at hand is of vital importance to ensuring disputing parties leave knowing they've gotten an honest deal.

Relocating to or from Lee County?

We are familiar with the headaches associated with an employee relocation. We take great care in organizing an accommodating appointment time for the appraisal inspection. We encourage relocating employees to provide input on the positive features of their property, as well as information regarding any current sales or listings in their area that they want considered during our thorough process.

Let Appraisal Partners, Inc. help you sell your home quickly at the right price

A professional appraisal can help you make a more informed decision when determining your selling price, whether you choose to sell your home on your own or with the help of a real estate agent. Unlike a real estate agent, an appraiser has no vested interest in what amount the house sells for. Our fees depend on our efforts to finish the appraisal report and and aren't related to the sales price.

We examine the difference in value items like an extra bathroom or a kitchen remodel can make on a daily basis. Getting a professional appraisal is a reliable way to determine what improvements will add value and what an appropriate sales price is for your home - so you don't come up short or have your house on the market an unnecessarily long time - because we're experts in knowing how long properties stay on the market.