Reasons to choose an appraisal from All City AppraisalEvery year, thousands of people in California purchase, sell or refinance their home. Most of these transactions involve a simple line item for an appraisal. And while there are a developing number of automated home valuation methods that might appear to be more cost-effective than an appraisal, nearly all lenders still want a local expert because the stakes are very high. You might think that obtaining a mortgage is the only reason you should get an appraisal, but there are additional instances when the services of a licensed, independent real estate professional might be beneficial. 
Dispute your tax assessment in Los Angeles CountyIt's possible you're paying too much in property taxes if you live in an area where property values have depreciated. Ad Valorem taxes are based upon a previous assessment of your house, so if values have declined 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 equipped to assist you in challenging your tax assessment. Get rid of PMI to lower your mortgage paymentPrivate Mortgage Insurance, or PMI, is an extra insurance plan that nearly all lenders ask homeowners to buy when the amount being loaned to the homeowner is more than 80% of the actual value of the real estate. Most often, this extra payment is lumped into the monthly mortgage payment and is promptly forgotten. PMI is no longer required when the leftover balance of the loan - whether through market appreciation or principal pay down - goes below the 80% level, making this very unfavorable. In fact, the United States Congress invoked a law in 1998 (the Homeowners Protection Act of 1998) that requires lenders to dismiss the PMI installments when the loan-to-value ratio conditions have been met. All City Appraisal can produce a statement regarding the value of your home, and the expense of the home valuation can usually be offset in a short amount of time because you'll no longer be paying the PMI. Order an appraisal from All City Appraisal Order onlineDivorce settlement with less stressA divorce can be an especially traumatic experience for both parties, and it is often even more complicated by the burdensome decision of who maintains the house. It's a good idea to get an appraisal from All City Appraisal so both parties are fully aware of the true market value of their home, regardless of the situation. If the parties need to sell the home, they'll have a clearer picture of what price to set. And on the flip side, if a "buyout" is the chosen option, both parties will feel like they've received a fair assessment. Ascertain a fair and accurate valuation for estate liquidationThe loss of a loved one is a painful time in life, and settling an estate from a death, or probate, often requires an appraisal to establish Fair Market Value for the real estate involved. The ethics provision within the Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice (USPAP) binds us with confidentiality, ensuring the fullest degree of discretion. Most Americans do not have dedicated estate planners or executors to manage these issues, unlike wealthy individuals. And since a home or other property often makes up a disproportionate share of the total estate value, understanding the true worth of the real estate at hand is of significant importance to ensuring disputing parties leave knowing they've gotten a fair deal. Move to or from Los Angeles County for workEmployee relocation can be a stressful event, and we understand. That being said, we take great care in establishing a convenient appointment time for the appraisal inspection. We encourage relocating employees to provide feedback on the positive aspects of their property, along with information about any recent sales or listings in their neighborhood that they want considered during our intensive inspection. Sell your home quickly — for the right priceA professional appraisal can help you make a better educated decision when determining your asking price, whether you choose to sell your home on your own or with the help of a real estate agent. An appraiser has no vested interest in what amount the house sells for, apart from real estate agents. Our fees rest on our efforts to finish the appraisal report and and aren't related to the sales price. We determine the difference in value things like an additional 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 applicable 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 are one the market. 
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