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Home preparation
before the appraiser shows up can aid to a higher determined
market value of the subject property.
Although many
times a home’s value is partially determined by location,
size, and environmental factors, physical appearance and home
maintenance also greatly effect the market value of home. To prepare a home for
the appraiser, the owner should consider these guidelines:
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Keep lawn,
basement, and home free of clutter and debris.
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Exterior and
interior paining make a home appear newer and in better
condition.
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Proper
maintenance of electrical, heating, roof, windows and doors
show that the home is safe and well cared for.
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Bathrooms should
not have mold and mildew present.
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Pets should be
temporarily kenneled or out of the way during the appraisal
appointment.
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Supplying a list
of any updates, remodeling, or additions, that has recently
been completed would be very helpful. i.e. April 1999 -
new furnace, May 2001 - new carpet in living
room, etc.
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Any survey or
plat maps of the property are helpful.
If
a copy of a previous appraisal is on hand the appraisal
process would be faster and a discount would be given.
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