REASONS YOU MAY NEED AN APPRAISAL:

Buying a Home?

Thinking about buying a home from someone who is selling there home as a 'For Sale By Owner' and you aren't sure whether or not it is truly worth what they are asking for it?  An appraisal can tell you.  This is especially worthwhile in this constantly changing market.

Selling a home?

Are you selling your home 'For Sale By Owner'?  Are you a real estate agent and not sure what price to list a property at in this constantly changing market?  I can help.

Divorce

Unfortunately, divorces do occur.  If you and your spouse owned a home together, you many need an appraisal so you can buy your spouse's interest in the property.

Estate

The loss of a family member is a very difficult time in life and settling an estate from a death often requires an appraisal. 

Loan Modification

Have home prices declined in your neighborhood since you purchased your home?  You may need an appraisal to prove to your mortgage company that the value of your home has declined in order to get them to modify your loan.