The Insider's Guide to a Home Appraisal

You’re checking off everything on that to-do list to make sure your home is appraisal-ready, but there are likely some often overlooked items you may want to address first. For instance, your stove has a hood over it for ventilation. Great! But where exactly does the exhaust go? Proper ventilation is a must for every kitchen. “I can’t tell you how many houses I’ve appraised where they had a hood over the stove, but the fan didn’t go anywhere,” says Charles Argianas, president and founder of Argianas & Associates.

Recently, Charles was featured in a HomeLight article sharing information and tips for sellers to consider when preparing to have their home appraised. From common repairs needed for a conventional or government loan to what you should do if an issue is found, this article covers everything you need to know about required appraisal repairs.

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