How to appraise a House.

This video provides information on what a house appraisal is, how to appraise a house and why one is necessary in order to place a property on the open market. It explains why a bank requires a house appraisal and why it will not provide a loan unless there is an accurate appraisal on the property.
An appraisal is usually acquired through a licensed house appraiser who will normally charge several hundred dollars for the service. A market analysis, which is similar to an appraisal, can usually be obtained through a realtor for free, although doing so usually requires you to list the house with the realtor.
Another option is to appraise a house yourself. This video provides step by step instructions for completing a self-appraisal, using the same tools and methods which are utilized by professional appraisers in the industry.
We will walk you through a full understanding of what an appraisal is and explain the trends which govern it as well as how fluctuating market conditions can influence an appraised amount. We will also show you where to find your house's square footage through tax records and what to do if that information is not available.
You will also learn what amenities to list, how to obtain sold property information and how to cull sold properties based on comparables. Finally, you will be shown how to calculate your house's appraised value base on these criteria. You should then be able to appraise a house yourself.

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