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You\u2019re getting bombarded with phone calls, emails, text messages, and even fliers tucked into your door with offers to buy your home<\/a>. This makes you wonder: What is my home worth<\/a> right now? What are my best options for a home appraisal<\/a>, and where do I get one? Are there certified appraisers near me?<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n

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Find proven real estate agents that know your local area, and how to help you prepare for a successful home appraisal. Top-performing agents sell homes faster and for more money.<\/p>\n \n

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We spoke with top real estate agent Joe LoCicero<\/a> of 54 Realty in Land O’ Lakes, Florida<\/a>, and licensed appraiser Diana Benson<\/a> of Benson Appraisals in Phoenix, Arizona, to provide expert advice when considering an appraisal. Additionally, we\u2019ve created a list of best practices and tools to help you find a qualified, licensed local home appraiser.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

Need a home valuation? Learn how to get one for free, when an appraisal is needed, and how to find an appraiser near you.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":279,"featured_media":38913,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"cybocfi_hide_featured_image":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[242,319],"tags":[789,732],"class_list":["post-27797","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-home-appraisals","category-selling-advice","tag-buy-a-home-near-me","tag-what-do-appraisers-look-for"],"acf":[],"yoast_head":"\nHow to Find a Reputable Appraiser and Get a Home Valuation<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"Need a home valuation? 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