Ways to Find Your Home's Value

If you don't know where to start, finding the value of your home can be tricky. There are several factors that can impact your home's value.

When you have your home appraised, make sure to use a professional. You can also look at the other homes that are for sale in your neighborhood, and those that have recently sold around you. When an appraiser looks at your home and determines the value here are some of the things they will take into consideration:

• Lot size, topography, landscaping and view


• Your home's square footage


• Your neighborhood


• Construction quality


• Your home's floor plan


• Home design


• Availability of transportation, shopping and schools

The Difference Between House Worth and Estimated Value

A house's "worth" is established by what a prospective buyer is willing to pay for it, where a home's "estimated value" is most commonly determined by either an appraisal or a comparative market analysis.

What is a Comparative Market Analysis?

A comparative market analysis is more of an informal estimate of your home's market value. A Real Estate Agent makes an analysis based primarily on sales of comparable homes in your neighborhood. A comparative market analysis may be obtained at no cost where an appraisal can cost between $300 and $350.

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