Why you should get an appraisal from DANIEL I KANDELEach year, thousands of people in Florida buy, sell or refinance their home. Most of these transactions have a simple line item for an appraisal. And while there are a budding number of automated home valuation processes that may seem more practical than an appraisal, practically all lenders still call for a local expert because the stakes are incredibly high. Is obtaining a mortgage the only reason to get an appraisal? Are there more instances when the services of a certified, independent real estate professional might come in handy? Absolutely. 
Contest your tax assessment in Broward CountyIf you are in an area where the property value has declined, it's possible you're paying too much in property taxes. When building your case, an appraisal from us is your best evidence. At DANIEL I KANDEL, we're equipped to assist you in appealing your tax assessment. PMI removal to reduce your mortgage paymentPrivate Mortgage Insurance, or PMI, is an additional insurance plan that most lenders ask home owners to purchase when the amount being loaned to the homebuyer is more than 80% of the actual value of the home. Oftentimes, this additional payment is lumped into the monthly mortgage payment and is promptly forgotten. PMI isn't necessary when the remaining balance of the loan - whether through market appreciation or principal pay down - goes below the 80% mark, making this very unfortunate. In fact, the United States Congress passed a law in 1998 (the Homeowners Protection Act of 1998) requiring lenders to do away with the PMI payments when the loan-to-value ratio conditions have been met. If you'd like to get rid of PMI, DANIEL I KANDEL can produce a statement regarding the value of your home. The price you paid for the home valuation can generally be regained in little time because you'll no longer be paying the PMI. Get your appraisal from DANIEL I KANDEL Order todayGet a clear valuation on a home for divorce settlementsA divorce is often complicated by the strenuous decision of who maintains the home, and it can be an especially daunting experience for both parties. Regardless of the situation, it's a good idea to order an appraisal from DANIEL I KANDEL so both parties are entirely aware of the true market value of their property. The parties will have a better idea 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 assessment. Determine an accurate and fair valuation for estate liquidationThe loss of a loved one is a painful 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 fullest degree of discretion. Most Americans do not have dedicated estate planners or executors to take care of these issues, unlike wealthier individuals. A home or other property often makes up an uneven share of the total estate value, so knowing the true worth of the real estate at hand is of essential importance to ensuring disputing parties leave knowing they've gotten an honest deal. Relocate to or from Broward County for workWe are familiar with the headaches involved with an employee relocation. That's why we take great care in organizing an accommodating appointment time for the appraisal inspection. During our detailed inspection, we recommend relocating employees to provide input on the positive attributes of their property, along with information regarding any recent sales or listings in their neighborhood that they want considered. Sell your home quickly — at an accurate priceWhether you choose to sell your home on your own or with the help of a real estate agent, a professional appraisal will help you make a more informed decision when determining your asking price. Apart from a real estate agent, an appraiser has no vested interest in what price the house sells for. Our fees aren't related to the sales price, but rather they depend on our efforts to finish the appraisal report. On a daily basis, we examine the difference in value things like an extra bathroom or a kitchen remodel can make. Getting a professional appraisal is a reliable way to decide what improvements will add value and what a suitable sales price is for your home so you don't come up short or have your house on the market an unnecessarily long time, because we're experts in knowing how long homes stay on the market. 
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