Reasons to order an appraisalYear after year, thousands of people in Tennessee purchase, sell or refinance their home. Most of these transactions involve a simple line item for an appraisal. And while there are a growing number of automated home valuation methods that might appear to be more practical than an appraisal, practically all lenders still call for a local expert because the stakes are so high. Is obtaining a mortgage the only reason you should get an appraisal? Are there more times when the services of a licensed, independent real estate professional could be helpful? Absolutely. 
Dispute your tax assessmentIt's probable you're paying too much in property taxes if you reside in an area where property values have depreciated. Ad Valorem taxes are based upon a previous assessment of your home, so if prices are less than what they used to be in your area, you can appeal your assessment and save money. When building your case, an appraisal from us is your best evidence. At Integrated Assets, we're capable of assisting you in challenging your tax assessment. Getting rid of your PMI for mortgage paymentsPrivate Mortgage Insurance, or PMI, is a supplemental insurance plan that most lenders ask home owners to purchase when the amount being loaned to the buyer is more than 80% of the actual value of the property. This extra payment is often lumped into the monthly mortgage payment and is quickly forgotten. PMI isn't required when the remainder of the loan - whether through market appreciation or principal pay down - decreases 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) that requires lenders to dismiss the PMI payments when the loan-to-value ratio conditions have been met. Integrated Assets can provide you with a statement regarding the value of your home, and the cost of the home valuation can often be recovered in little time because you'll no longer be paying the PMI. Order your appraisal from Integrated Assets today Order todaySettle a divorce with fewer hang-upsA divorce can be a very traumatic event for both parties, and it is often further complicated by the hard decision of who maintains the property. So both parties are completely aware of the true market value of their house, it's a good idea to order an appraisal from Integrated Assets, regardless of the circumstances. The parties will have a good idea of what price to set, if they need to sell the home. And if a "buyout" is the chosen option, both parties will feel like they've received a fair assessment. Determine an accurate and fair valuation for estate liquidationThe death of a loved one is a hard 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. The ethics provision within the Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice (USPAP) binds us with confidentiality, ensuring the highest degree of discretion. Most Americans don't have dedicated estate planners or executors to manage these matters, unlike many wealthy individuals. And seeing that a home or other property often makes up an unequal share of the total estate value, understanding the true value of the real estate at hand is of significant importance to ensuring disputing parties leave knowing they've gotten a fair deal. Move to or from Shelby County through an employee relocation programWe understand the headaches associated with an employee relocation. We take great care in establishing an accommodating appointment time for the appraisal inspection. We encourage relocating employees to provide feedback on the positive aspects of their property, as well as information about any recent sales or listings in their neighborhood that they want considered during our detailed inspection. Sell your home quickly — for the right priceWhether you choose to sell your home on your own or with the help of a real estate agent, a professional appraisal can 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 aren't related to the sales price, but rather they depend on our efforts to complete the appraisal report. We determine the difference in value things like an extra bathroom or a kitchen remodel can make on a daily basis. And we're experts in knowing how long homesare on the market. So, obtaining a professional appraisal is a trusted way to decide what improvements will add value and what an applicable 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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