Why you should get an appraisal fromYear after year, thousands of people in purchase, sell or refinance their home. Most of these transactions have a simple line item for an appraisal. And while there are a budding number of automated home valuation systems that may appear to be less expensive than an appraisal, most lenders still need a local expert because the stakes are so high. You might believe that getting a mortgage is the only reason to acquire an appraisal, but there are additional times when the services of a certified, independent real estate professional could be beneficial. 
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