Landscaping is usually related to a home’s trees, lawns, bushes and flowers. But other things may also be considered part of landscaping, including fire pits, decks, patios, waterfalls, swimming pools and outdoor lighting … all of which could increase the value of the house. Your Austin property appraiser will make note of any exterior improvements which…

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In some real estate situations, the buyers may ask if repairs can be done before the closing of the sale. This is often the case for homes where financing isn’t possible; foreclosures with no heater, no stove and missing toilets as an example. For the sake of oversimplifying the matter, the answer is “no.” It…

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For all intents and purposes, Appraisal Management Companies (AMC) are nothing more than a fancy term for the middlemen who work between the lender and your Austin real estate appraisers. And there have been quite a lot in recent years. Their role is essentially to serve as the buffer between the lenders and appraisers, with…

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Approximately 170 people move into the Austin area daily, creating a hot market for real estate agents and people who want to sell their homes. Real estate investors come from all over the United States to get in on the action in this popular spot and they hire us to provide real estate appraisals in…

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If you’ve been in Austin for any amount of time you’re likely to have come across the “Welcome to Austin. Please Don’t Move Here!” stickers. There is good reason many local Austinites feel this way, especially homeowners and those looking to buy real estate. With Austin appraisal values rising, and property taxes along with it,…

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