Appraisal Tips

• Make a list of improvements and dates since your home was built
• Make sure you know the make of your furnace, hot water heater and amperage of electricity
• Make sure the landscaping to the entrances and exits of your home are neat
• Put your animals in a pen before the scheduled time for your appraisal so they are confined during the inspections
• Make sure the front and backyard is cleaned up, grass is mowed or snow and ice are cleaned off of the sidewalk
• Make sure interior and exterior trim is painted or varnished
• Make sure your light bulbs are in working order - preferably have the lights on during the inspection
• Give your home a thorough cleaning, including carpets
• In general the overall neatness adds the most value to a house