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read moreEvery year, countless people in the United States buy, sell or refinance their own slice of the American Dream. Most, if not all, of these transactions include a simple line item for an appraisal. It has become an understood and accepted part of a real estate transaction. But is this the only reason to get an appraisal? Are there other times when the services of a certified, licensed, independent real estate professional might come in handy? One of the most important issues involved in purchasing a property is developing an opinion of what it's worth so that you can make an informed offer to purchase.

read moreMost localities determine your property tax burden based on an ad valorem assessment of the property's value. Sometimes, as a property owner, you get an unwanted surprise in the mail telling you your taxes are going up, and sometimes it may seem as though your assessment is too high. Often, matters like this can be resolved with a phone call. However, if after discussing your assessment with your local taxing authority you still feel as though your property was overvalued, a professional, independent, third-party appraiser is often your best bet in proving your case.

read moreOne's home purchase can be the most serious transaction most could ever consider. Whether it's a main residence, a seasonal vacation home or an investment, purchasing real property is a complex transaction that requires multiple people working in concert to see it through. The majority of the parties involved are very familiar. The most familiar person in the exchange is the real estate agent. Then, the lender provides the money necessary to fund the exchange. Ensuring all details of the sale are completed and that the title is clear to pass to the buyer from the seller is the title company.

read moreThe appraisal profession is evolving constantly. Each year, it seems, appraisers are asked to provide extra information or have steps added to their data gathering. All of this is to guarantee their client receives the best information. To keep up with the always changing requirements, CVA Consulting Corp. is constantly seeking additional tools and improving processes to increase efficiency so we can do more work for our clients. At CVA Consulting Corp. we know that time is important to everybody, so we've listed a couple of things you can do to speed up the process whenever you order an appraisal from CVA Consulting Corp.:

read moreA divorce appraisal should include a well-established, professional appraisal document that will hold up to a judge. CVA Consulting Corp. pledges to give you the very best in service with professional courtesy and the highest quality appraisal. Taking into account the sensitive challenges of a divorce situation is somewhat matter-of-fact for us. Attorneys as well as accountants in Pennsylvania rely on our values when determining what real property is worth for estates, divorces, or other disputes needing a value opinion.

read morePart of CVA Consulting Corp.'s mission statement is to supply top-notch, ethical appraisals that lawyers can depend on. There are specific needs for everyone; we comprehend these needs and are used to working with all parties involved. In our company, we are accustomed to interacting with legal agencies in composing appraisal reports that transcend their needs. Commonly, settling an estate necessitates an accurate appraisal report to ascertain market value for the property to the satisfaction of the parties involved.

read moreWe offer a full range of Real Estate Appraisal services, with experience in many types of property. We are also experienced in litigation support and expert witness services. Clients who have used our expert testimony services include government agencies, tax entities, financial institutions, legal and accounting firms and many other businesses. In many cases, our independent, supportable analysis has allowed clients to settle cases without going to court. An appraiser must remain unbiased in performing an appraisal of a property.