The Dorian Group in Milwaukee are called upon for a variety of reasons

To many, an appraisal just looks like another fee in the long list of items for a home sale or refinance. And even though there are an increasing number of automated home valuation systems that may appear cheaper than an appraisal, nearly all lenders still need a local expert because the stakes are incredibly high. But is obtaining a mortgage the only reason to get an appraisal? Are there more situations when the services of a licensed, independent real estate professional might come in handy? Of course there are.

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Let The Dorian Group help you appeal your tax assessment in Milwaukee County

If you live in an area where the value of property has depreciated, it's possible you're paying too much in property taxes. When building your case, an appraisal from The Dorian Group is your best evidence. At The Dorian Group, we're qualified to assist you in appealing your tax assessment.

PMI removal to lower your mortgage payment

Private Mortgage Insurance, or PMI, is an additional insurance policy that many lenders ask home buyers to purchase when the amount being loaned to the homebuyer is more than 80% of the actual value of the home. This extra payment is often lumped into the monthly mortgage payment and is quickly forgotten. This is damaging because PMI is unnecessary when the leftover balance of the loan - whether through market appreciation or principal pay down - dips below the 80% mark. In fact, the United States Congress invoked a law in 1998 (the Homeowners Protection Act of 1998) requiring lenders to do away with the PMI payments when the loan-to-value ratio conditions have been met.

The Dorian Group can produce a statement regarding the value of your home, and the expense of the appraisal can generally be recovered in a short amount of time because you'll no longer be paying the PMI.

Settling a divorce with less stress with an appraisal from The Dorian Group

A divorce can be a very daunting experience for both parties, and it is often more complicated by the hard decision of who keeps the house. It's a good idea to order an appraisal from The Dorian Group so both parties are entirely aware of the true market value of their house, regardless of the situation.

If the parties need to sell the home, they'll have a clearer picture of what price to set. And if a "buyout" is the chosen option, both parties will feel like they've received a fair assessment.

Accurate and fair estate liquidation with help from The Dorian GroupSettling an estate

Losing a loved one is a hard time in life, and settling an estate from a death, or probate, often calls for an appraisal to establish Market Value for the residential property involved. We guarantee the maximum degree of discretion, as we're bound with confidentiality by the ethics provision within the Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice (USPAP).

Most Americans don't have dedicated estate planners or executors to handle these matters, unlike wealthy individuals. A home or other property often makes up a disproportionate share of the total estate value, so understanding the true value of the real estate at hand is of vital importance to ensuring disputing parties walk away knowing they've gotten a fair deal.

Relocating to or from Milwaukee County?

Employee relocation can be a stressful event. We know where you're coming from! That being said, we take great care in establishing a convenient appointment time for the appraisal inspection. During our thorough process, we encourage relocating employees to provide feedback on the positive characteristics of their property, as well as information about any current sales or listings in their area that they want considered.

Don't sell out for too little or let your home stay on the market too long.

A professional appraisal will help you make a more informed decision regarding your asking price, whether you choose to sell your home on your own or with the help of a real estate agent. An appraiser has no vested interest in what amount the house sells for, which is different than the interest of real estate agents. Our fees are calculated on our efforts to finish the appraisal report and and aren't related to the sales price.

We analyze the difference in value things like an extra bathroom or a kitchen remodel can make on a daily basis. Obtaining a professional appraisal is a reliable way to decide what improvements will add value and what an appropriate sales price is for your home - so you don't come up short or have your house on the market an unnecessarily long time - because we're experts in knowing how long properties are one the market.