Need a pre-listing appraisal? Contact JW Appraisal Services

Avoid having your home on the market too long or selling yourself short by getting an appraisal to demonstrate the right listing price.

If you're working with a real estate agent to sell your house, more than likely, they'll give you a comparative market analysis (or a CMA) that includes comparable sales houses in your local area. It's a customary starting point when determining your home's listing price. This is a vital step if your interests are to maximize profit and minimize your time on the market.

However, it's also advantageous to have an "objective" third-party's opinion of value prior to signing a Listing Agreement, even if you have hired an experienced real estate agent.

That's where JW Appraisal Services comes in! We can perform a pre-listing appraisal so both you and your agent have a detailed analysis of the most recent and similar comparable sales and an accurate description of your house's features.


	With today's fluctuating market conditions, you should definitely appoint a licensed appraiser to get a solid listing price for your home. Contact us today.

A professional appraisal from JW Appraisal Services can help you decide on a realistic selling price so your house will charm buyers, and we'll also:

Be a valuable negotiating tool once you find a potential buyer
Impress buyers with written proof of your house's shape inside and out
Eliminate last-minute repair hassles
Decrease the chances of unknown obstacles that cause negotiations to fold
Eliminate the wait for the buyer's appraisal to have assurance the sale will go through

A lot of sellers are shocked when they find out that the market value of their house is a lot more than they expected, so investing in a professional appraisal actually allowed these sellers to get several thousand dollars over what they thought they'd get for their home. There are also plenty of sellers who think their home is worth a lot more than it really is, and an appraisal helped them to realistically price their home in order for it to sell. Overpriced homes will not attract potential buyers, which means no offers and no closing and that you have wasted valuable time, money, and efforts. Every month your house sits on the market is another month you have to pay the mortgage.

Improvements to add value

There are so many important questions to ask yourself before listing your property. Would it be better to paint the outside of the house before we sell it... Should I put in that new bathroom... Do I need to finish my closet remodel... Virtually any project will affect value in some way. But, not all of them have an impact commensurate with their cost. A kitchen remodel might improve your home's appeal, but it may not justify the costs you'd pay.

Need help making some of these important decisions? We're here for you. Unlike a real estate agent, an appraiser has no vested interest in what amount the house sells for. Our fees are not a percentage of your home's sale price -- our appraisal fees are based on efforts to complete your report. When it comes to investing in your house and settling on a fair sale price, A professional appraisal from us helps homeowners like you make the smartest decisions.

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