Why you should order an appraisal from Barnes Appraisal CompanyTo a lot of us, an appraisal just looks like one more thing in the long list of items for a mortgage or refinance. Most lenders still need a local expert because the stakes are so high, even though there are a growing number of automated home valuation processes that may seem more economical than an appraisal. You might think that getting a mortgage is the only basis for getting an appraisal, but there are more cases when the services of a licensed, independent real estate professional might be beneficial. 
Dispute your tax assessment in Comanche CountyIt's probable you're paying too much in property taxes if you reside in an area where property values have depreciated. Property taxes are determined by a past assessment of your home, so if prices are less than what they used to be in your neighborhood, you can appeal your assessment and save money. An appraisal from Barnes Appraisal Company is your best evidence when building your case. We can assist you in disputing your tax assessment. Eliminate PMI to lower your mortgage paymentPrivate Mortgage Insurance, or PMI, is a supplemental insurance plan that almost all lenders ask buyers to buy when the amount being loaned to the home owner is more than 80% of the actual value of the home. Since the extra payment is usually folded into the monthly mortgage payment, it is often forgotten. PMI is no longer required when the remaining balance 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 invoked by the United States Congress that requires lenders to do away with the PMI payments when the loan-to-value ratio conditions have been met. If you'd like to eliminate PMI, Barnes Appraisal Company can give you a statement regarding the value of your home. The cost of the appraisal can usually be recovered in little time because you'll no longer be paying the PMI. Order your appraisal from Barnes Appraisal Company today Order onlineSettle a divorce with fewer hang-upsA divorce is a particularly daunting event for the parties involved, and it is often more complicated by the troublesome decision of who maintains the house. Regardless of the circumstances, it's a good idea to get an appraisal from Barnes Appraisal Company so both parties are completely aware of the true market value of their property. The parties will have a better idea of what price to set, if they wish to sell the home. And if a "buyout" is the chosen option, both parties will feel like they've gotten a fair assessment. Accurate and fair estate liquidationLosing a loved one is a painful time in life, and settling an estate from a death, or probate, often entails 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). Unlike wealthy individuals, most Americans do not have dedicated estate planners or executors to manage these affairs. A home or other property often makes up an uneven share of the total estate value, so understanding the true value of the real estate at hand is of significant importance to ensuring disputing parties leave knowing they've received a fair deal. Move to or from Comanche County for workWe know the headaches involved with an employee relocation. We take great care in organizing an accommodating appointment time for the appraisal inspection. During our intensive inspection, we suggest relocating employees to provide remarks on the positive features of their property, along with information about any recent sales or listings in their neighborhood that they want considered. Close on your home quickly — at the right priceWhether you choose 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 regarding your asking price. An appraiser has no vested interest in what amount the house sells for, apart from real estate agents. Our fees are based on our efforts to finish the appraisal report and not a percentage of the sales price. We determine the difference in value things like an additional bathroom or a kitchen remodel can make on a daily basis. And we're experts in knowing how long homesstay on the market. So, seeking a professional appraisal is a reliable way to decide 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. 
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