6 Reasons to order an appraisal from Slater Real Estate ServicesThousands of people in Colorado buy, sell or refinance their home every month. A lot of these transactions include a simple line item for an appraisal. Most lenders still call in a local expert because the stakes are so high, even though there are a developing number of automated home valuation processes that may appear more practical than an appraisal. You might think that obtaining a mortgage is the only basis for getting an appraisal, but there are more cases when the services of a certified, independent real estate professional might be helpful. 
Dispute your tax assessment in Weld CountyIt's possible you're paying too much in property taxes if you live in an area where property values have depreciated. Property taxes are determined by a past assessment of your house, so if values are less than what they used to be in your area, you can challenge your assessment and save money. When building your case, an appraisal from us is your best evidence. We're capable of assisting you in challenging your tax assessment. Eliminating PMI for mortgage paymentsPrivate Mortgage Insurance, or PMI, is an extra insurance plan that almost all lenders ask home buyers to purchase when the amount being loaned to the home owner is more than 80% of the actual value of the home. Since the extra payment is usually folded into the monthly mortgage payment, it is often forgotten. PMI isn't necessary when the remainder of the loan - whether through market appreciation or principal pay down - goes below the 80% level, making this very unfortunate. 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 get rid of PMI, Slater Real Estate Services will produce a statement regarding the value of your home. The cost of the appraisal can often be regained in just a few months because you'll no longer be paying the PMI. Order an appraisal from Slater Real Estate Services Order onlineDivorce settlement with less stressA divorce is often complicated by the difficult decision of who maintains the home, and it can be a very horrible ordeal for both parties. It's a good idea to order an appraisal from Slater Real Estate Services so both parties are fully aware of the true market value of their property, regardless of the situation. If the parties wish to sell the home, they'll have a clearer picture 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. Fair and accurate estate liquidationThe loss 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. The ethics provision within the Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice (USPAP) binds us with confidentiality, guaranteeing the fullest degree of discretion. Most Americans do not have dedicated estate planners or executors to take care of these matters, unlike wealthy individuals. A home or other property often makes up a disproportionate share of the total estate value, so knowing the true value of the real estate at hand is of vital importance to ensuring disputing parties leave knowing they've received an honest deal. Move to or from Weld County through an employee relocation programEmployee relocation is 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 encourage relocating employees to provide input on the positive attributes of their property, along with information about any current sales or listings in their area that they want considered. Close on your home quickly — at the right priceWhether you decide to sell your home on your own or use the assistance of a real estate agent, a professional appraisal can help you make a more informed decision when determining your selling price. An appraiser has no vested interest in what amount the house sells for, apart from real estate agents. Our fees aren't related to the sales price, but rather they depend on our efforts to complete the appraisal report. On a daily basis, we determine the difference in value items like an additional bathroom or a kitchen remodel can make. And we're experts in knowing how long homesare on the market. So, 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. 
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