Pre-Listing Appraisals

Preparing to sell a property? A Pre-Listing Appraisal can provide a professional opinion of value before you determine an asking price or put the property on the market. I provide Pre-Listing Appraisals throughout Riverside County and San Bernardino County, California.

By analyzing the property and relevant market information, I can help you better understand its value before making important selling decisions.

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What Is a Pre-Listing Appraisal?

A Pre-Listing Appraisal is completed before a property is listed for sale. It provides a professionally developed opinion of value based on the property, market, and scope of the assignment.

Depending on the appraisal, I may consider:

  • Property characteristics
  • Location
  • Living area and lot size
  • Condition and quality
  • Improvements and renovations
  • Relevant comparable sales
  • Current market activity
  • Other factors affecting value

The appraisal gives you useful valuation information to consider when deciding how to position your property for sale.

Why Get an Appraisal Before Listing?

Setting an asking price is an important decision when preparing to sell. A Pre-Listing Appraisal can provide additional information before the property enters the market.

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Make a More Informed Pricing Decision

Understand the property's appraised value before deciding on an asking price.

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Understand the Property's Market Position

Relevant comparable sales and market data can provide context for how your property relates to other properties in the area.

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Get a Professional Perspective

Get valuation information based on relevant property and market data before making your pricing decision.

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Prepare Before Going to Market

Having valuation information in advance can help you approach listing and pricing discussions with a clearer understanding of the property.

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Pre-Listing Appraisal vs. Comparative Market Analysis

A Pre-Listing Appraisal and a Comparative Market Analysis, commonly called a CMA, serve different purposes.

A real estate agent may prepare a CMA to help recommend a listing strategy based on market activity and comparable properties.

A Pre-Listing Appraisal is a professional valuation developed by an appraiser for a specific assignment. Both can provide useful information, but they are not the same service.

What Type of Pre-Listing Appraisal Do I Need?

Depending on the assignment, a Pre-Listing Appraisal may include an on-site inspection or may qualify for a Desktop Appraisal without a property visit.

I can help determine the appropriate scope based on the property, available information, and appraisal needs.

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1. Provide the Property Details

Send me the property address and relevant information about the property and your appraisal needs.

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2. Determine the Appropriate Scope

I review the assignment and determine the appropriate appraisal approach.

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3. Research & Analysis

I evaluate relevant property information, comparable sales, market activity, and other factors affecting value.

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4. Complete the Appraisal

I develop the opinion of value according to the agreed scope of work so you have professional valuation information before listing the property.

How a Pre-Listing Appraisal Works

Pre-Listing Appraisal FAQs

  • Should I get an appraisal before selling my home?

    It depends on your situation. A Pre-Listing Appraisal can be useful when you want professional

    valuation information before deciding how to price or position the property for sale.

  • Does the appraisal determine my listing price?

    No. The appraisal provides an opinion of value. You decide your asking price based on your

    goals and the information available to you.

  • Is a Pre-Listing Appraisal the same as a CMA?

    No. A CMA is generally prepared by a real estate agent to help develop a listing strategy. An

    appraisal is completed by an appraiser for a specific valuation assignment.

  • Do you need to inspect the property?

    It depends on the appropriate scope of work. A Full Interior & Exterior Appraisal includes an

    on-site inspection, while a Desktop Appraisal may be completed without one when appropriate.

  • Can improvements or renovations affect the appraisal?

    They may. The relevance and effect of improvements depend on the property, market, and

    assignment.

Request a Pre-Listing Appraisal

Considering selling a property in Riverside County or San Bernardino County? Get professional valuation information before putting your property on the market.