Pre-Listing Valuations
Explore Our Pre-Listing Valuation Services
Selling your home is a significant decision, and setting the right price helps you attract offers quickly. A pre-listing valuation provides a professional, unbiased assessment of your property’s market value, giving you the confidence to list your home at a competitive price.
Unlike estimates from online tools or informal opinions, which can be off by as much as 30%, a pre-listing valuation is conducted by a certified appraiser with in-depth knowledge in Miami-Dade and Broward county markets. This ensures your property’s unique features, recent improvements, and comparable sales are accurately reflected in the valuation.
What is a Pre-Listing Valuation?
A pre-listing valuation is a professional appraisal that determines your property’s fair market value before you list it for sale. This gives you an unbiased and highly accurate assessment of your home’s worth. With it, you’re able price your home competitively, attract serious buyers, and ultimately achieve the best possible sale price.
How Does a Pre-Listing Valuation Work?
Unlike a Comparative Market Analysis (CMA) offered by real estate agents, a pre-listing valuation is performed by a certified appraiser who adheres to the Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice (USPAP).
Our process includes:
Initial Consultation: We begin with an initial consultation to gather essential information about your property and understand your selling goals.
On-Site Inspection: We visit the property and evaluate your property’s size, layout, condition, and any unique features or recent upgrades (e.g., renovated kitchens, energy-efficient systems, or a pool).
Comparable Sales Analysis: We analyze recent sales of similar properties in your neighborhood to determine how your home compares to others on the market.
Market Trends Review: We factor in broader real estate trends, such as buyer demand and seasonal fluctuations in your area.
Final Valuation Report: We give you a detailed report with an accurate market value, supported by data and insights into the local real estate market.
Client Support: We offer ongoing support and are available to answer any questions throughout the pre-listing appraisal process, ensuring you have all the information you need to price your property effectively.
Who Benefits from a Pre-Listing Valuation?
We’re hired to avoid both underpricing and overpricing. This is who we typically work with on pre-listing appraisals:
Homeowners: Ensure your home is priced competitively to attract the right buyers.
FSBO Sellers: Navigate the selling process confidently without a realtor.
Real Estate Agents: We typically help realtors and brokers price an unusual listing that is difficult to find comps for.
Estate Executors: Establish property value for legal or tax purposes before sale.
Contact Us
Have an unusual listing? Contact us today to schedule your pre-listing valuation or to learn more about how we can help.