Many homeowners treat an appraisal like a surprise visit from their mother-in-law. Vacuuming starts. Laundry disappears. Someone suddenly decides the garage needs reorganizing at 10:30 the night before. First off — relax. It isn't judgment day for your housekeeping skills.
This guide tries to ease any anxiety you might have about the upcoming inspection.
Despite what many homeowners think, appraisers are usually not crawling through your house looking for dust bunnies with a flashlight.
In this article, we’ll walk step-by-step through a typical appraisal visit.