Let Willamette Valley Appraisal Professionals take care of your appraisal needsTo many, an appraisal just looks like a line item on the break-sheet for a home sale or refinance. The majority of lenders still call in a local expert because the stakes are so high, even though there are a growing number of automated home valuation processes that might appear to be more cost-effective than an appraisal. Is securing a mortgage the only reason you should get an appraisal? Are there other cases when the services of a certified, independent real estate professional could be helpful? Absolutely. 
Appeal your tax assessment in Clackamas CountyIf you live in an area where the value of property has declined, it's possible you're paying too much in property taxes. An appraisal from Willamette Valley Appraisal Professionals is your best evidence when building your case. At Willamette Valley Appraisal Professionals, we're qualified to assist you in disputing your tax assessment. Removing PMI for mortgage paymentsWhen the amount being loaned to the homebuyeris more than 80% of the actual value of the property, most lenders ask buyers to purchase this supplemental insurance plan. That policy is Private Mortgage Insurance, or PMI. This additional payment is often lumped into the monthly mortgage payment and is quickly forgotten. This is bad because PMI is unnecessary when the leftover balance of the loan - whether through market appreciation or principal pay down - falls below the 80% level. In fact, the United States Congress invoked a law in 1998 (the Homeowners Protection Act of 1998) requiring lenders to do away with the PMI installments when the loan-to-value ratio conditions have been met. Willamette Valley Appraisal Professionals will give you a statement regarding the value of your home, and the expense of the home valuation can often be offset in a short amount of time because you'll no longer be paying the PMI. Get your appraisal from Willamette Valley Appraisal Professionals Order todayGet a clear valuation on a home for divorce settlementsA divorce is often complicated by the difficult decision of who keeps the home, and it can be a particularly traumatic experience for both parties. It's a good idea to order an appraisal from Willamette Valley Appraisal Professionals so both parties are entirely aware of the true market value of their home, regardless of the circumstances. The parties will have a good 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 received a fair assessment. Determine a fair and accurate valuation for estate liquidationThe loss of a loved one is a hard time in life, and settling an estate from a death, or probate, often calls for 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). Most Americans don't have dedicated estate planners or executors to handle these issues, unlike wealthy individuals. And since a home or other property often makes up a disproportionate share of the total estate value, knowing 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 Clackamas County through an employee relocation programWe know the headaches 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 feedback on the positive attributes of their property, as well as information regarding any recent sales or listings in their neighborhood that they want considered during our thorough inspection. Sell your home quickly — for the right priceWhether you choose to sell your home on your own or with the help of a real estate agent, a professional appraisal can help you make a better educated decision when determining your selling price. Unlike a real estate agent, an appraiser has no vested interest in what price the house sells for. Our fees aren't a percentage of the sales price, but rather they depend on our efforts to complete the appraisal report. We analyze the difference in value items like an extra 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 trusted 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. 
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