Let Premier Appraisal of SoCal handle your appraisal needsEach year, thousands of people in California purchase, sell or refinance their home. A lot of these transactions include a simple line item for an appraisal. And while there are a growing number of automated home valuation systems that may seem more prudent than an appraisal, nearly all lenders still need a local expert because the stakes are incredibly high. You might believe that securing a mortgage is the only reason to acquire an appraisal, but there are more situations when the services of a certified, independent real estate professional could be helpful. 
Contest your tax assessment in Orange CountyIf you reside in an area where the value of property has declined, it's possible you're paying too much in property taxes. An appraisal from Premier Appraisal of SoCal is your best evidence when building your case. We can assist you in challenging your tax assessment. PMI removal to reduce a mortgage paymentPrivate Mortgage Insurance, or PMI, is an added insurance plan that almost all lenders ask homeowners to buy when the amount being loaned to the homeowner is more than 80% of the actual value of the property. This additional payment is often folded into the monthly mortgage payment and is soon forgotten. PMI is unnecessary when the remainder of the loan - whether through market appreciation or principal pay down - decreases below the 80% mark, making this very unfavorable. In fact, the United States Congress passed a law in 1998 (the Homeowners Protection Act of 1998) requiring lenders to dismiss the PMI installments when the loan-to-value ratio conditions have been met. If you'd like to do away with PMI, Premier Appraisal of SoCal will produce a statement regarding the value of your home. The cost of the appraisal can often be recovered in a short amount of time because you'll no longer be paying the PMI. Order your appraisal from Premier Appraisal of SoCal today Order onlineGet a clear valuation on a home take make a divorce settlement less stressfulA divorce is a particularly daunting ordeal for the parties involved, and it is often further complicated by the challenging decision of who maintains the property. It's a good idea to get an appraisal from Premier Appraisal of SoCal so both parties are fully aware of the true market value of their home, regardless of the circumstances. If the parties wish to sell the home, they'll have a a good idea of what price to set. And on the flip side, if a "buyout" is the chosen option, both parties will feel like they've received a fair assessment. Accurate and fair estate liquidationThe death 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 real estate involved. We ensure the maximum 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 take care of these issues, unlike many wealthy individuals. A home or other property often makes up an uneven share of the total estate value, so knowing the true value of the real estate at hand is of essential importance to ensuring disputing parties walk away knowing they've received a fair deal. Relocate to or from Orange County for workEmployee relocation can be a stressful event, and we understand. That's why we take great care in setting up an accommodating appointment time for the appraisal inspection. During our thorough inspection, we encourage relocating employees to provide input on the positive attributes of their property, along with information regarding any current sales or listings in their area that they want considered. Close on your home quickly — for the right priceWhether you want to sell your home on your own or use the assistance of a real estate agent, a professional appraisal will help you make a more informed decision when determining your asking price. An appraiser has no vested interest in what amount the house sells for, unlike real estate agents. Our fees rest on our efforts to finish the appraisal report and and aren't related to the sales price. On a daily basis, we examine the difference in value things like an extra bathroom or a kitchen remodel can make. Obtaining a professional appraisal is a reliable way to decide what improvements will add value and what an appropriate 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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