If you are going to sell your home, you would be wise to invest in a professional appraisal. Professional appraisals do not cost money, they pay in the long run! Unless a homeowner studies real estate values on a day to day basis, like a professional appraiser does, it's difficult for them to get a handle on real estate values. We are not talking about how much you have invested in your home, how much you paid for it, or how much you want for it. We are talking about the true market value of your home.

Many people are surprised when they find out that the market value of their home is much more than they thought, so investing in a professional appraisal actually allowed these people to receive several thousand more dollars than they thought they would when their home was sold. Others have an inflated opinion of their home's value and an appraisal helped them to realistically price their home in order for it to sell. An overpriced home will not attract buyers, which means no offers and no closing. In this case, time, money, and efforts are wasted.

In addition, an appraisal will help you by pointing out needed repairs and visible deficiencies in the property. This will allow you to correct these items before placing your home on the market. It can be very difficult for a homeowner to be objective due to the emotional attachment involved. A professional appraiser is objective and will tell you what you need to know, not just what you want to hear.

For-Sale-By-Owner (FSBO)

Homes that are listed for sale by the owner without the assistance of a real estate agent are known as FSBOs (pronounced FIZZ-BO). Selling your home on your own will require a significant amount of homework if you're going to do it right. Again, being objective as a homeowner is difficult because of your emotional attachment. One piece of advice that is consistently given by the experts in selling your home FSBO; Do not overprice your home!

In addition to helping set a realistic selling price so your home will attract buyers, a professional appraisal is very valuable as a negotiating tool once you have a potential buyer. It provides something concrete to show your buyer. It's an independent third party's opinion of your home's value; not just you claiming how much it is worth. Potential buyers know you have an emotional attachment to your home and will be far more likely to give credibility to a professional appraiser's value opinion than yours.

Consultation

Maybe you feel like you don't need an "appraisal", but you would still like some help gathering local sales data. Buckeye Appraising, Inc. helps you to make an informed buying decision. We understand the complexities of buying a home and will do our best to make it easier by giving you a high quality, professional appraisal that you can depend on!

When you order services from Buckeye Appraising, Inc., you can expect:

· Prompt response to your initial inquiry:  We will give you personalized information for your particular appraisal need. Just tell us your situation and we will make suggestions. Once we decide on what you need, you can expect a quick turnaround time; typically one week or less from the date the request is received. If you've chosen to receive a copy of your appraisal or consulting report via the Internet (EDI), you'll receive it within MINUTES of its completion.

· Appraisal and consulting reports formats to suit YOUR needs:  When it comes to appraisal and consulting, "One size does NOT fit all!" Buckeye Appraising, Inc. offers a variety of report types and delivery methods. Express mail too slow? We can deliver your report attached to a standard email, or often hand-deliver the report on the same day.

· Quick response to follow-up questions:  Our reports are clearly written, understandable, and meet or exceed the Uniform Standards of Professional Practice that governs the appraisal practice. If you have any questions regarding your appraisal after you've read the report, we encourage you to email or call us!