Appraising in Hunterdon County

Appraising in Hunterdon County is similar to appraising in counties that are farther east in some ways and different in others. When appraising residential property, the sales comparison approach is always the dominant way to determine fair market value. In this approach, the appraiser will gather information about the subject property (or property to be appraised) and then research comparable sales that have sold recently on the Multiple Listing Service (MLS).

Read More

Chatham Township vs. Chatham Borough - A Home Appraiser’s Analysis -updated 2024

Chatham Township and Chatham Borough are highly desirable areas to live in New Jersey. This is due to the commuting proximity to New York City, highly ranked school systems, strollable downtown, and mix of old homes and new construction in a quiet location. The housing markets are a bit different.

Read More

How to Prepare for an Appraisal

The real estate appraisal is a key component to any purchase or refinance transaction. Some people fear of the dreaded low appraisal, since it could essentially cause a deal to fall through, however there are a number of ways you can plan and prepare to make your home’s best impression.

Read More