You've Heard It Before...
Zestimates & Other Online Valuation Models Are Often Wrong
Consider This
If algorithms Could Estimate the value of your home, than why do mortgage lenders require Appraisals....?
Here's Just A Few of the Reasons Why Online Valuations, Just Don't Cut It
In Depth Local Knowledge
One neighborhood can fetch 10s of thousands more than the neighborhood across street. Understanding those hyper local nuances make a huge difference.
Interior Condition
Zillow may see a 2500sq ft house and value it at 400k based on other homes in the area with that square footage. But a house with all the modern updates inside will obviously sell for more than one that's outdated.
Known / Visible Problems
Price (and list price strategy) is based on more than just how appealing the house looks. You can have expensive granite and solid hardwood floors but if floors are sloped, the septic is failing, or window seals are shot, these and many other issues will affect price.
Valuable Enhancements
Much like problems affect value, so do enhancements. A list of upgrades should be reviewed and considered in order to accurately value you home. This is why we ask these questions on the form below, to help ensure accuracy.