Let Brian P Mocilnikar serve your appraisal needs

Thousands of people in Ohio purchase, sell or refinance their home each month. A lot of these transactions involve a simple line item for an appraisal. Even though there are an increasing number of automated home valuation methods that may seem less expensive than an appraisal, practically all lenders still need a local expert because the stakes are incredibly high. You might assume that getting a mortgage is the only reason you should get an appraisal, but there are additional instances when the services of a licensed, independent real estate professional might come in handy.

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Appeal your tax assessment in northeast Ohio

If you live in an area where the value of property 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. We're qualified to assist you in challenging your tax assessment.

PMI removal to lower your mortgage payment

Private Mortgage Insurance, or PMI, is an extra insurance policy that many 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 extra payment is often bundled into the monthly mortgage payment and is soon forgotten. This is bad because PMI is no longer required when the remaining balance of the loan - whether through market appreciation or principal pay down - dips below the 80% mark. In fact, the United States Congress passed a law in 1998 (the Homeowners Protection Act of 1998) that requires lenders to eliminate the PMI payments when the loan-to-value ratio conditions have been met.

If you'd like to get rid of PMI, Brian P Mocilnikar can produce a statement regarding the value of your home. The price you paid for the home valuation can often be offset in just a few months because you'll no longer be paying the PMI.

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Divorce settlement with fewer hang-ups

A divorce is often complicated by the burdensome decision of who maintains the house, and it can be an especially horrible event for both parties. Regardless of the situation, it's a good idea to order an appraisal from Brian P Mocilnikar so both parties are completely aware of the true market value of their home.

If the parties want 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 gotten a fair assessment.

Ascertain an accurate and fair valuation for estate liquidation

The death of a loved one is a difficult 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 highest degree of discretion, as we're bound with confidentiality by the ethics provision within the Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice (USPAP).

Most Americans do not 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 understanding the true worth of the real estate at hand is of essential importance to ensuring disputing parties leave knowing they've received an honest deal.

Relocate to or from northeast Ohio for work

We are familiar with the headaches involved with an employee relocation. That being said, we take great care in setting up a convenient appointment time for the appraisal inspection. We encourage relocating employees to provide remarks on the positive characteristics of their property, as well as information about any new sales or listings in their area that they want considered during our thorough inspection.

Close on your home quickly — for an accurate price

A professional appraisal will help you make a more informed decision when determining your asking price, whether you want to sell your home on your own or use the assistance of a real estate agent. Apart from 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 rest on our efforts to finish the appraisal report.

We determine the difference in value items like an additional bathroom or a kitchen remodel can make on a daily basis. Seeking 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 houses are one the market.

Let Brian P Mocilnikar assist you in selling your home quickly at the right price