Residential Appraisals for Madera, CA

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Madera, CA Pre-Sale Appraisal

We have experienced  and highly respected real estate appraisers dedicated to providing accurate and valuable property assessments. With 20+ years of experience in the industry, our dedicated Madera Home Appraisers are   trusted experts in determining property values and helping you make informed decisions.
You will have a dedicated appraiser that will work with you from start to finish.  She will  explain in detail the appraisal process and any any questions you may have.   Your  appraiser lives and works  in  Madera, and has  an intimate knowledge of the area's diverse neighborhoods, unique characteristics, and economic trends. This local expertise, combined with your appraiser's commitment to staying up-to-date with industry regulations and market dynamics, ensures  precise and reliable appraisal services.

Your   appraiser  works with a  diverse clientele, including homeowners, real estate agents, financial institutions, and government agencies.  She understands that each appraisal assignment is unique, and  she approaches every task with meticulous attention to detail, employing the latest technology and appraisal methodologies to produce well-documented and unbiased valuation reports.

Whether you're a estate executor, homeowner selling, tenant buying, divorce, or settlement in need of an accurate appraisal, we are your trusted partner in navigating the dynamic Madera County real estate landscape. With unmatched expertise and unwavering dedication, we ensures that your property valuation needs are met with excellence and precision.

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Are on-line property values correct?

YES and NO.  Online services use county recorded  sales as comparables to estimate your home's value.  The algorithm looks for similar location, square footage, age, and utility.    This valuation works fine if your home is new or a cookie cutter.  Also for this valuation to work there needs to be RECENT sales similar to your home.  Also note this valuation takes into account all sales, this includes listings, for sale by owner, foreclosures, tax sales etc. 
Zillow and other online valuation run into problems in dealing with older homes.  Also if your home has been updated, renovated or is a custom home.
The valuation runs into problems when homes are older, recently updated, few recent sales or custom built. 
For example:
Consider a home we recently appraised in Madera Ranchos.  Our clients wanted to know the current value of their home.  Upon inspection it was noted the home was a typical ranch style but had many upgrades.  (kitchen renovated top to bottom, bathrooms updated, new flooring, new paint  inside and out )  Their beautiful home also had two acres of land and a complete horse set-up.  To say the obvious this was a unique home. 

Another recent appraisal in Madera was for an estate.  The home was located on the west side of Hwy 99 near Lyons Park.  The out of town recitatives had no idea the value of the home nor how it compared with other houses in the market area.  The home was older, well maintained but not updated. 

Using our vast network of property data and experience in the market area I am happy to say that each client received a narrative appraisal report that was suited to their needs.  Client#1 listed their home for top dollar and knew they received an unbiased accurate valuation.   Client#2 received two valuations for their inherited property.  First the Fair Market Valuation at the time of death.  (IRS requirement) and an additional valuation for the home's current value.  

Online values can get you started, but when you need a valuation for settlement purposes only can be done by a California State Licensed Appraiser.  

We offer free consultation and you are under no obligation to order an property appraisal.  

Your questions will be answered by a California Licensed Real Estate Appraiser.

Terre G Armstrong
Madera Licensed
Real Estate Appraiser

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Home Values - Estates Appraised - Property Values

Estate Settlements

Madera Estate --Home Values

 
The  "executor" or "executor of the estate" is typically responsible for the distribution of the estate / property to all of the different beneficiaries. 

One of the first things you need to know is the estate's home value. 

Our appraisers have been completing estate appraisals for individuals, attorneys and executors and know what must be included in the valuation reports.   We stand behind our appraisals 100%.     Typically when writing estate appraisal reports the effective date of the appraisal is the date of death.   How much was the property worth when you loved one passed away

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Helpful Links:

 

Estate Check off List

Guide to Estate

Estate Tax

Duties of the Executor

What to Do

What executors need to know

Contact Information:  Email an Appraiser: 

Appraiser@FresnoAppraisal.info

 Rural Madera Property Appraisal

There are locations in Madera County that are considered rural.  This term does not mean "dirt roads, cabins located in the boon-docks"  What does it mean?  

Rural properties have several features that require close examination, one of which is the land—how large is the parcel; pasture vs. row crops; what about excess land, wetlands, easements;   Madera Appraisers are experienced in rural property appraisals.  

Rural properties require a wider perspective  to determine the most accurate property value. Madera Appraisal has local experience in Madera County and with rural properties. 

If your city is not listed here, please give us a call.

Contact us at: 
(559) 761 2370

Can I talk with an Appraiser now?

Yes, give us a call.  We like it when you call. Really. Our appraisers are available 7am to 7pm to answer your call and questions.

If you are calling about a certain property please have the address ready.