Let Lake Conroe Appraisals LLC take care of your appraisal needsTo a lot of us, an appraisal is simply a line item in the long list of items for a mortgage or refinance. Nearly all lenders still call in a local expert because the stakes are incredibly high, even though there are a budding number of automated home valuation processes that might appear to be more economical than an appraisal. Is securing a mortgage the only basis for getting an appraisal? Are there more times when the services of a licensed, independent real estate professional might be helpful? You bet. 
Contest your tax assessment in Montgomery CountyIt's possible you're paying too much in property taxes if you reside in an area where property values have depreciated. Property taxes are based upon a previous assessment of your home, so if prices have gone down in your neighborhood, you can appeal your assessment and save money. When building your case, an appraisal from us is your best evidence. We can assist you in appealing your tax assessment. PMI removal to reduce your mortgage paymentWhen the amount being loaned to the home buyeris more than 80% of the actual value of the property, nearly all lenders ask buyers to take out this extra insurance plan. That policy is Private Mortgage Insurance, or PMI. Seeing that additional payment is usually lumped into the monthly mortgage payment, it is often forgotten. This is damaging because PMI isn't necessary when the leftover balance of the loan - whether through market appreciation or principal pay down - falls below the 80% level. 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 installments when the loan-to-value ratio conditions have been met. If you'd like to eliminate PMI, Lake Conroe Appraisals LLC can give you a statement regarding the value of your home. The cost of the home valuation can generally be recovered in just a few months because you'll no longer be paying the PMI. Order an appraisal from Lake Conroe Appraisals LLC Order todaySettle a divorce with less stressA divorce can be a very daunting ordeal for both parties, and it is often even more complicated by the hard decision of who keeps the property. So both parties are fully aware of the true market value of their property, it's a good idea to get an appraisal from Lake Conroe Appraisals LLC, regardless of the circumstances. The parties will have a clearer picture of what price to set, if they need to sell the home. And on the flip side, if a "buyout" is the chosen option, both parties will feel like they've received a fair evaluation. Accurate and fair estate liquidationThe loss of a loved one is a hard time in life, and settling an estate from a death, or probate, often requires an appraisal to establish Fair Market Value for the residential property involved. The ethics provision within the Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice (USPAP) binds us with confidentiality, ensuring the utmost degree of discretion. Unlike wealthy individuals, most Americans don't have dedicated estate planners or executors to manage these matters. And since a home or other property often makes up an unequal share of the total estate value, knowing the true worth of the real estate at hand is of vital importance to ensuring disputing parties leave knowing they've gotten an honest deal. Relocate to or from Montgomery County through an employee relocation programWe are familiar with the stress associated with an employee relocation. That being said, we take great care in establishing a convenient appointment time for the appraisal inspection. We encourage relocating employees to provide input on the positive characteristics of their property, as well as information regarding any new sales or listings in their neighborhood that they want considered during our detailed inspection. Close on your home quickly — for the right priceA professional appraisal can help you make a more informed decision when determining your selling price, whether you decide to sell your home on your own or use the assistance of a real estate agent. An appraiser has no vested interest in what amount the house sells for, unlike real estate agents. Our fees are calculated on our efforts to finish the appraisal report and not a percentage of the sales price. We examine the difference in value items like an additional bathroom or a kitchen remodel can make on a daily basis. And we're experts in knowing how long propertiesstay on the market. So, obtaining 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. 
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