In need of measurement services? Let A.M. Appraisal help.Our certified appraisers will provide you with an accurate measurement of your property's dimensions to help you determine a fair value when buying or selling a home, cut down property taxes from incorrect estimates, or market to possible clients when selling a property. Order a measurement service from A.M. Appraisal Get a quote onlineWhat is a home measurement or floorplan service?Home measurement services are just what they sound like: Based on your requirements, an appraiser will measure your property's dimensions and area, then draw a basic or highly detailed floorplan. The appraiser's report and floorplan is a form that can be used to prove an accurate Gross Living Area (GLA), the total livable area, of your home. These services are useful and sometimes necessary when challenging property taxes or selling a property. How do floorplan services work?During a floorplan service, an appraiser takes measurements of the home or property with a measuring tool — either a tape measure or laser measuring device. As they move around the house, they observe the layout of the rooms and other features, like stairs, hallways, and pantries. They may draw a rough sketch of the property. Then, the appraiser types up a report and detailed floorplan showing the total living area and the overall layout of the home. The final product is a document that can be used to prove certain specs of your property — like the Gross Living Area (GLA) — on tax documents, home listings, and more. When is a measurement or floorplan service required?Real estate taxesProperty tax records often reflect inaccurate square footage because the values can come from various sources, and occasionally go unproven — which means you may be taxed for more square footage than you own! Unless a certified appraiser has recently performed a valuation on your property (after any updating that might have affected square footage), you'll need an appraiser to perform a home measurement service before attempting to challenge what you're taxed. An appraiser verifies the accurate Gross Living Area (GLA) of your property so your taxes can reflect your actual square footage — and you can stop paying more than your property is worth. Marketing a home or propertyA floorplan service can secure a fair price for your home. Square footage is one of the most important factors potential buyers examine when purchasing a home — but since square footage values are often estimated rather than accurately measured, your listing might reflect less Gross Living Area (GLA) than it can take credit for. An inaccurate GLA not only reduces the selling price for your home, but possibly even the amount of interested buyers. The only dependable method of using a precise GLA when listing your property is to refer to a previous appraisal or home measurement service carried out by an appraiser (after any remodeling that may have affected square footage). Information for real estate agentsTo ensure that your client's home sells at a price that correctly reflects true market value, we recommend requesting a floorplan service for the property. Your clients, and potential buyers, will be grateful for your attention to detail, and you can be assured that the GLA on your client's listing is truly representative of their home. A floorplan can also be an excellent marketing tactic for attracting potential buyers because they can see the layout and attributes of the home before and after a walkthrough. Contact us today to find out more about our home measurement and floorplan services. |
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