Real Estate Agents
You play a vital role in the residential real estate industry.
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We empathize with just how difficult an agent's role can be.
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Our goal is to be communicative partners. We aren't afraid of questions and love to educate folks.
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Referrals are the lifeblood of our business too, so we get it!
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Did you know we can help separate you from the pack? Let's explore how.
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Our Services
Pre-Listing Appraisal
A pre-listing appraisal can be conducted before a property is listed for sale. This service can either be something you offer your clients on your menu of services (paid by you and included in your fee), or it can be something you suggest to your clients (paid by the client).
The purpose is to help both of you determine the property's value range in the current market to help set an appropriate listing price. We provide a range value instead of providing one number because we understand that depending on the situation, the neighborhood your in, and what's happening in the market, the buyer profile can change and there is a probable listing price range you can hit the market with and close a successful transaction.
The pre-listing appraisal can help manage client expectations, avoid overpricing and reduce the likelihood of a property sitting on the market for an extended period of time.
A restricted appraisal report is less detailed and lengthy than a full appraisal report. It's often used when a client needs a value range for their property but doesn't require a full 30+ page report. The report includes a summary of the conclusions from the analysis and is only disclosed to the client who is requesting the appraisal. This means the report cannot be shared with other parties like potential buyers or lenders. It's a great option when you need to get clarity on where to price a property.
Team Talks
We are happy to come in and talk with your team. We always welcome the opportunity to help agents understand more about the appraisal process. We aim to be communicative partners and we even love to receive information from the agents we work with as our job is to gather ALL available information during an assignment.
Contact us and let's schedule a one hour Q&A session!
Often times the county records have incorrect measurements of the subject property. In addition to that, there is a standard code of measurement that all appraisers should adhere to if the transaction will go through a lender. The county sites are not required to adhere to this standard code and the reasoning is they are measuring the property for tax assessment purposes.
Having the property professionally measured by an appraiser ensures you are listing the square footage correctly and ensures your client receives a floor plan that you can use on the listing as well. A real estate agent can set themselves apart by including a floor plan on every listing. This helps to show the interior layout of the home so the prospective buyer can understand more about the property.
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Retrospective Appraisals
Some clients may need an appraisal where the effective date of the report is a date in the past. When their loved ones pass, an heir or remainderman, may need to understand what the value of the home was on the date of the deceased person's passing. We understand how sensitive these situations can be and we treat them with the respect they deserve. This can be important for tax purposes and can help ensure the assets are distributed fairly.
In divorce proceedings, a retrospective appraisal may be needed to determine the value of the property such as the date of separation.
In legal proceedings, one may be needed to determine the property's value such as a date of contract or other agreement. This can be important for resolving disputes related to the property.
We complete a full interior inspection and exterior measurement and provide a full appraisal report as of the retrospective date.
Sometimes buyers pay with cash! And sometimes those buyers live out of state. Depending on the situation and the comfort level of the buyer, it may be prudent to order a buyer's appraisal. A Buyer's Agent would help coordinate this with the listing agent so the appraiser can inspect the interior of the subject property and determine an opinion of market value to help the buyer feel more comfortable in their purchase and getting a fair price.
An appraiser can verify the condition of the property and identify any issues that may affect its value. This information can help the buyer make informed decisions about the property and potentially negotiate repairs or other concessions with the seller.
If your cash buyer is an investor, an appraiser can provide insights into the property's value and potential profitability which can help the investor make informed decisions about their investment strategy.
Reach out to us today! Let's get to work!
