Real Estate Appraisals with Dana Smith

How do I know if I over improved my house? The truth is, the upgrades you put in your house are only as good as the comparable sales in your neighborhood. There really is not a one-size-fits-all answer. As an appraiser, I get asked all the time ‘How much is a pool worth”?, or “How … Continued

By Dana O'Hara Smith 01-02-2020 Wondering what to do on a beautiful day in Hobe Sound? Since the area is surrounded by protected nature preserves, it comes naturally that the most fun things to do are outside. Here is a list of 12 Fun Things to Do in Hobe Sound that are off the beaten path. If you like to take walks, kayak, bike ride or find new places to take your dog, or if you are feeling adventurous, you are in the right spot-!

There could be plenty of reasons behind a low home appraisal or why your house doesn’t appraise for a lender. Also, there could be facts about your appraisal that may surprise you. So if your home appraisal came in low, now what? Here are the most common reasons why your property didn’t appraise.