David Long Appraisal Company - Ithaca, New York

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Office phone number:

607-272-4040

Fax

607-272-0051

Mailing address: 118 North Tioga Street, Suite 303, Ithaca, NY 14850

Appraisal Tips

Make a list of improvements and dates since you purchased your home.
Make time to write down the make and models of all the major appliances in your home
Make the exterior of your home as attractive as possible.
Put your pets in a safe and out of the way place, you never know if someone is an animal lover ahead of time
Make sure the front and backyard is cleaned up, grass is mowed or snow and ice are cleaned off your sidewalks
Make time to touch up any paint on the interior and exterior of your home.
Go around the house and make sure all lightbulbs are working.
Give your house a thorough cleaning, including carpets and wood floors.
Overall appearance and neatness counts during an appraisal.
For more information, contact David Long Appraisal Company.

When would I need an appraisal?

Appraisals are ordered for many different purposes. The most common reason is for Real Estate and Mortgage Transactions. Other reasons include: Estate Settlement, refinancing, to contest property taxes, removing PMI insurance, consulting and to determine the value of a property whether you are planning to buy or sell. Typically, appraisers are hired by lenders as an impartial third party in the lending process which serves as a form of "checks and balances" and protects buyers from over paying for property as well as lenders from over lending to buyers.

How long does it take and how much will it cost?

Please contact us for an estimated time frame and fee based on the terms of the appraisal and location of the property. Appraisal fees vary widely depending on location, type of financing and specific lender/client requirements. We are able to send your appraisal electronically to any compatible lender. This means that the appraisal arrives instantly via computer when it is complete rather than waiting for the mail to arrive.

I'm thinking about selling my home, can you tell me what it's worth?

Yes, David Long Appraisal Company will often appraise homes to assist the seller with setting a price for sale on the open market. We can also offer advice to make your home sell quicker! For more information, contact David Long Appraisal Company.