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At some point, most homeowners get curious about the number attached to their property. Maybe you\u2019ve been in the house for years and want to see how much its value has changed, as you\u2019re weighing a home sale, a refinance<\/a>, or a renovation<\/a>. A quick search can give you a rough estimate, but an appraisal<\/a> takes a closer look at the home itself, its condition, and what\u2019s happening in the local market. Before you make your next move, you\u2019re probably wondering: what will my home appraise for?<\/p>\n

If you\u2019re curious about your home\u2019s worth, read on to get tips on getting an initial home price estimate and how to fine-tune its accuracy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n

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Why is it important to know my home\u2019s value?<\/h2>\n

For many homeowners, knowing their home\u2019s worth<\/a> affects various life-navigating decisions.<\/p>\n

\u201cFor one, they want to make sure they get the proceeds they want if there\u2019s an offer that\u2019s put on the house,\u201d says John Swartz<\/a>, a top agent in Williamstown, Pennsylvania<\/a>, who sells properties 69% faster than other agents in his area. But potential profit is just one of many important reasons to find out your home\u2019s value.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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