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Home Appraisal Checklist

• Maintenance

• Clean house

• Remove clutter

• Mow lawn

• Do some landscaping

• Improve curb appeal

• Touch up paint

• Update old fixtures

• Remove dated decor

• Installations

• Smoke detectors

• Carbon monoxide monitors

• Strapped water heater

• Security system (If you have one)

• Appliances installed and working

• Repairs

• Roof leaks

• Damaged flooring

• Wall cracks

• Damaged drywall

• Damaged stucco

• Peeling paint

• Visible damage anywhere else

• Information Prep

• List of recent improvements (Last 15 years) with estimated prices and dates

• Copies of previous appraisals or sketches

• HOA information

• Known inconsistencies in data

• Unpermitted additions

• Easements or encroachments

• Positive neighborhood traits (Recreational areas, schools, public transportation, etc.)

• Miscellaneous

• Make sure all rooms of the house are accessible

• Make sure the appraiser can get around the entire perimeter of the house

• Contain dogs somewhere if they are aggressive

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