Reasons to hire an appraiserYear after year, thousands of people in Tennessee purchase, sell or refinance their home. Most of these transactions consist of a simple line item for an appraisal. Almost all lenders still need a local expert because the stakes are so high, even though there are an increasing number of automated home valuation methods that might seem more economical than an appraisal. You might assume that obtaining a mortgage is the only reason to acquire an appraisal, but there are other cases when the services of a certified, independent real estate professional might come in handy. 
Challenge your tax assessment in Dickson CountyIt's probable 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 past assessment of your house, so if values are less than what they used to be in your area, you can appeal your assessment and save money. When building your case, an appraisal from us is your best evidence. At Accuracy Matters Appraisals, we're equipped to assist you in challenging your tax assessment. Eliminate PMI to lower your mortgage paymentWhen the amount being loaned to the homebuyeris more than 80% of the actual value of the property, most lenders ask buyers to take out this additional insurance policy. That policy is Private Mortgage Insurance, or PMI. This additional payment is often lumped into the monthly mortgage payment and is promptly forgotten. This is bad because PMI isn't necessary when the leftover balance of the loan - whether through market appreciation or principal pay down - dips below the 80% level. In fact, the Homeowners Protection Act (HPA) of 1998 was passed by the United States Congress that requires lenders to remove the PMI installments when the loan-to-value ratio conditions have been met. If you'd like to get rid of PMI, Accuracy Matters Appraisals will produce a statement regarding the value of your home. The price you paid for the appraisal can often be recovered in a short amount of time because you'll no longer be paying the PMI. Get your appraisal from Accuracy Matters Appraisals Order todaySettle a divorce with less stressA divorce is a very traumatic ordeal for the parties involved, and it is often further complicated by the strenuous decision of who maintains the property. Regardless of the situation, it's a good idea to order an appraisal from Accuracy Matters Appraisals so both parties are completely aware of the true market value of their home. The parties will have a clearer picture of what price to set, if they want to sell the home. And if a "buyout" is the chosen option, both parties will feel like they've received a fair assessment. Accurate and fair estate liquidationLosing 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 real estate involved. The ethics provision within the Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice (USPAP) binds us with confidentiality, ensuring the utmost degree of discretion. Unlike wealthier individuals, most Americans do not have dedicated estate planners or executors to manage these issues. And seeing that a home or other property often makes up an unequal share of the total estate value, understanding the true value of the real estate at hand is of vital importance to ensuring disputing parties walk away knowing they've gotten an honest deal. Relocate to or from Dickson County for workEmployee relocation can be a stressful event, and we understand. That being said, we take great care in establishing a convenient appointment time for the appraisal inspection. During our intensive inspection, we suggest relocating employees to provide remarks on the positive features of their property, as well as information about any new sales or listings in their neighborhood that they want considered. Sell your home quickly — at the right 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 selling price. Apart from a real estate agent, an appraiser has no vested interest in what amount the house sells for. Our fees aren't a percentage of the sales price, but rather they are calculated on our efforts to finish the appraisal report. We analyze the difference in value things like an extra bathroom or a kitchen remodel can make on a daily basis. Getting a professional appraisal is a trusted 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 are one the market. 
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