Let West Valley Appraisal Services attend to your appraisal needsTo many, an appraisal is simply a line item in the long list of items for a mortgage or refinance. Practically all lenders still need a local expert because the stakes are incredibly high, even though there are a growing number of automated home valuation systems that might seem less expensive than an appraisal. You might believe that getting a mortgage is the only reason to get an appraisal, but there are more cases when the services of a licensed, independent real estate professional might be beneficial. 
Appeal your tax assessmentIt's likely you're paying too much in property taxes if you reside in an area where property values have declined. Property taxes are determined by a past assessment of your home, 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 us is your best evidence. We're qualified to assist you in disputing your tax assessment. PMI removal to lower your mortgage paymentPrivate Mortgage Insurance, or PMI, is a supplemental insurance policy that almost all lenders ask homeowners to purchase when the amount being loaned to the homebuyer is more than 80% of the actual value of the home. This extra payment is often folded into the monthly mortgage payment and is soon forgotten. PMI is no longer required when the remaining balance of the loan - whether through market appreciation or principal pay down - decreases below the 80% level, making this very unfortunate. In fact, the United States Congress invoked a law in 1998 (the Homeowners Protection Act of 1998) requiring lenders to dismiss the PMI payments when the loan-to-value ratio conditions have been met. If you'd like to get rid of PMI, West Valley Appraisal Services can give you a statement regarding the value of your home. The price you paid for the appraisal can often be offset in a short amount of time because you'll no longer be paying the PMI. Order your appraisal from West Valley Appraisal Services today Order onlineGet a clear valuation on a home for divorce settlementsA divorce is an especially traumatic ordeal for the parties involved, and it is often more complicated by the strenuous decision of who gets the home. So both parties are completely aware of the true market value of their home, it's a good idea to order an appraisal from West Valley Appraisal Services, regardless of the circumstances. The parties will have a good idea of what price to set, if they need to sell the home. And if a "buyout" is the chosen option, both parties will feel like they've received a fair assessment. Determine a fair and accurate valuation for estate liquidationThe death of a loved one is a difficult time in life, and settling an estate from a death, or probate, often calls for an appraisal to establish Fair Market Value for the residential property involved. We guarantee the fullest degree of discretion, as we're bound with confidentiality by the ethics provision within the Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice (USPAP). Most Americans don't have dedicated estate planners or executors to handle these affairs, unlike many wealthy individuals. A home or other property often makes up an uneven share of the total estate value, so knowing the true value of the real estate at hand is of significant importance to ensuring disputing parties walk away knowing they've received a fair deal. Move to or from Maricopa County for workWe understand the headaches involved with an employee relocation. That's why we take great care in setting up a convenient appointment time for the appraisal inspection. During our detailed inspection, we recommend relocating employees to provide feedback on the positive characteristics of their property, as well as information regarding any current sales or listings in their neighborhood that they want considered. Sell your home quickly — at an accurate priceWhether you want to sell your home on your own or use the assistance of a real estate agent, a professional appraisal can help you make a more informed decision when determining your selling price. Apart from a real estate agent, an appraiser has no vested interest in what amount the house sells for. Our fees aren't a percentage of the sales price, but rather they depend on our efforts to finish the appraisal report. We determine the difference in value things like an extra bathroom or a kitchen remodel can make on a daily basis. And we're experts in knowing how long housesare on the market. So, seeking a professional appraisal is a trusted way to determine what improvements will add value and what a suitable sales price is for your home so you don't come up short or have your house on the market an unnecessarily long time. 
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