Appraisal Resources of Texas

Real Estate Appraisal & Consulting

Decisions to invest in, buy, or sell real estate almost always focus on one question. Whether the transaction involves a single-family home or a large office park, someone always asks, "What's it worth?" The best way to find out is through a well-researched and carefully documented estimate of value - a real estate appraisal. With an accurately prepared appraisal report, you will be more confident that you are making a wise decision.

Why should I use a professional appraiser?

A professional appraiser, who is State Certified or Licensed, has spent time completing the required education, testing and experience requirements. Also, a professional appraiser is regulated by state law and must prepare your report under the Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice (USPAP) which sets out specific requirements and guidelines.

Who Needs An Appraiser?

The services of a professional appraiser are needed to determine the value of a property for a variety of reasons:

• Purchase or sale of property,

• Lenders,

• Litigation questions,

• Insurance Adjusters and Claims,

• Investors,

• Federal Agencies such as HUD, FDIC, or FEMA,

• Income or Property Tax Disputes,

• Bankruptcies and Reorganizations,

• Probate of estates,

• Inheritance, Gift and Estate Tax Returns,

• Divorce Proceedings,

• Refinancing a Mortgage

Appraisers Wear Many Hats

Today's appraisers are the best source for reliable market data and can provide many services in addition to opinions of value. Depending upon an individual's qualifications, an appraiser can provide some or all of these services:

• Appraisals

• Arbitration

• Absorption Studies

• Business Valuation

• Counseling

• Consulting

• Evaluations

• Expert Witness Testimony

• Litigation Preparation

• Cost- Benefit Analysis

• Feasibility Studies

• Management advice

• Market Analysis

• Market Rent and Trend Studies

• Operating Expense Analysis

• Tax Assessment Review & Advice

• Zoning Testimony

Why Do I Need An Appraisal?

One of the largest investments that most Americans make is the purchase of a new home. This has been the American dream. It is one of the most important decisions the average home owner will make. Learning the true value of the property prior to the purchase or the sale can relieve much anxiety. The home owner can find that the dream can become a nightmare without the protection of an accurate and objective appraisal by a professional real estate appraiser. Most purchasers believe that they have been protected when they go to the final closing, assuming that a professional appraisal has been made.

Changes in the mortgage lending rules governing who can do an appraisal, and if an appraisal is even needed, have changed the way Americans buy and sell their home. The consumer may be paying for something far less than a professional appraisal. The person doing the "appraisal" may not even be a trained and licensed appraiser.

Experience

Our State Certified General Appraisers have been actively involved in real estate appraisal since the mid-1980's. Our appraisers have performed appraisals on properties in Texas and throughout the United States. Property types appraised include, but are not limited to, apartments, condominium projects, automotive service facilities, car washes, churches, convenience stores, hotels/motels, industrial, manufacturing plants, medical research facilities, office buildings, retail facilities, and single-family residential.

Committed to Excellence

You want timely, reliable, and cost effective appraisal services - that's what Appraisal Resources of Texas delivers. Most importantly, our professionalism, responsiveness, integrity, and common sense produce quality results. We have the ability to provide a variety of report formats for the valuation of commercial and residential real estate. Above all, our exceptional customer service is what is appreciated most.

Contact Us

If you desire the services of a professional real estate appraiser or property tax consultant, we would be happy to of service to you. Drop us an e-mail at: lsmith@appraisal-resources.net or if you would like to speak with us personally, please call us at 979-733-8000.

Appraisal Resources of Texas

425 Spring Street, Suite 101A

Columbus, Texas 78934

Voice 979-733-8000

Fax 979-733-8001