Let Arrow Appraisals LLC handle your appraisal needsThousands of people in Oregon buy, sell or refinance their home each year. Most of these transactions contain a simple line item for an appraisal. Most lenders still call for a local expert because the stakes are so high, even though there are a developing number of automated home valuation systems that might appear more cost-effective than an appraisal. You might assume that securing a mortgage is the only reason you should get an appraisal, but there are more cases when the services of a licensed, independent real estate professional could be helpful. 
Appeal your tax assessmentIt's quite possible you're paying too much in property taxes if you live in an area where property values have depreciated. Ad Valorem taxes are determined by a previous assessment of your house, so if values 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 Arrow Appraisals LLC, we're equipped to assist you in challenging your tax assessment. Eliminating PMI for mortgage paymentsWhen the amount being loaned to the home buyeris more than 80% of the actual value of the home, almost all lenders ask homeowners to take out this supplemental insurance plan. That policy is Private Mortgage Insurance, or PMI. Very often, this added payment is lumped into the monthly mortgage payment and is quickly forgotten. PMI is no longer required when the remainder of the loan - whether through market appreciation or principal pay down - falls below the 80% level, making this very unfortunate. In fact, the Homeowners Protection Act (HPA) of 1998 was invoked by the United States Congress requiring lenders to dismiss the PMI payments when the loan-to-value ratio conditions have been met. If you'd like to do away with PMI, Arrow Appraisals LLC will give you a statement regarding the value of your home. The cost of the home valuation can usually be regained in little time because you'll no longer be paying the PMI. Order an appraisal from Arrow Appraisals LLC Order onlineGet a clear valuation on a home take make a divorce settlement less stressfulA divorce is an especially horrible experience for the parties involved, and it is often further complicated by the troublesome decision of who gets the home. It's a good idea to order an appraisal from Arrow Appraisals LLC so both parties are entirely aware of the true market value of their house, regardless of the circumstances. If the parties want to sell the home, they'll have a better 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 received a fair assessment. Accurate and fair estate liquidationThe death of a loved one is a painful time in life, and settling an estate from a death, or probate, often entails an appraisal to establish Fair Market Value for the residential property involved. We guarantee the fullest degree of discretion, as we're bound with confidentiality by the ethics provision within the Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice (USPAP). Unlike many wealthy individuals, most Americans don't have dedicated estate planners or executors to handle these issues. 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 walk away knowing they've gotten an honest deal. Move to or from Deschutes County through an employee relocation programWe understand the stress associated 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 features of their property, as well as information regarding any recent sales or listings in their area 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 will help you make a more informed decision when determining your asking price. Apart from a real estate agent, an appraiser has no vested interest in what amount the house sells for. Our fees are based on our efforts to finish the appraisal report and not a percentage of the sales price. We analyze the difference in value items like an extra bathroom or a kitchen remodel can make on a daily basis. And we're experts in knowing how long propertiesare on the market. So, obtaining a professional appraisal is a trusted way to determine 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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