In need of floorplan services? Let us help.Home remodeling and inaccurate valuations on public records will affect a property's price — and a potential buyer's interest in it. Let Wise Appraisal give you an accurate measurement of property size to establish a fair value when purchasing a new property, marketing a property to potential clients, or minimizing your property taxes. Order a floorplan service from Wise Appraisal Get a quote todayWhat are measurement services?Floorplan services are just what they sound like: An appraiser measures the dimensions and square footage of your property, then draws a basic or highly detailed layout based on your requirements. The appraiser's report and floorplan is a document that can be used to prove the accurate Gross Living Area (GLA), the sum of all livable area, of your home. These services are helpful and sometimes necessary when challenging property taxes or selling a property. How does a home measurement or floorplan service work?During a home measurement or floorplan service, an appraiser measures your property with a measuring tool — either a tape or laser measuring device. As they move around the property, they notate the layout of the rooms and other features, like closets, patios, and pantries. They may sketch the property. Then, the appraiser types up a report and detailed floorplan showing the total area and the general layout of the home. The finished product is a document that can be used to prove certain specs of your property — like the Gross Living Area (GLA) — on tax documentation, property listings, and more. When are measurement services required?Disputing real estate taxesTax records often reflect the wrong square footage because the values can come from many sources, and sometimes go unproven — which means you may be paying for more square footage than you actually own! Unless an appraiser has executed a recent appraisal or home measurement service on your property (after any remodeling that might have affected square footage), you'll need an appraiser to perform a home measurement service before attempting to dispute what you're taxed. An appraiser assesses an accurate Gross Living Area (GLA) of your property so your taxes can reflect the actual square footage — and you can stop overpaying. Selling a listingA floorplan service will ensure that you're paid fair market value for your property. Square footage is one of the most important elements potential buyers examine when purchasing a house — but since these values are frequently approximated rather than properly measured, your listing might show less Gross Living Area (GLA) than it actually has. An inaccurate GLA could potentially decrease the selling price of the home as well as the number of interested buyers. The only reliable method of using a definitive GLA when listing your property is to refer to a recent appraisal or measurement service performed by an appraiser (after any renovation that might have affected square footage). Material for agentsTo make sure that your client's home closes at a price that correctly reflects market value, we suggest requesting a home measurement of the property. Your clients, and especially potential buyers, will appreciate your attentiveness, and you can rest assured knowing the GLA on your client's listing is truly representative of their home. A measurement can also be a great marketing tool to attract potential buyers because they can review the layout and features of the home before and after touring. Contact us to find out more about our home measurement and floorplan services. |
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