In need of floorplan services? Let Appraisals By Schwartz help.Home remodeling and inaccurate valuations on public records will affect a property's value — and a buyer's interest in it. Let our appraisers give you a reliable measurement of property dimensions to establish a fair value when purchasing a new home, selling to potential clients, or minimizing property taxes. Order a floorplan service from Appraisals By Schwartz Get a quote onlineWhat are floorplan services?A floorplan service is just what it sounds like: Based on your needs, an appraiser will measure your house's dimensions and square footage, then draw a basic or highly detailed layout. The appraiser's report and floorplan is a form that can be used to prove an accurate Gross Living Area (GLA), the sum of all livable space, of your home. These services are useful and often necessary when disputing property taxes or selling a property. How does a home measurement or floorplan service work?During a measurement or floorplan service, a certified appraiser takes measurements of the property with a measuring tool — generally a tape or laser measuring device. As they move around the property, they mark the layout of the rooms and other features, like closets, hallways, and pantries. They may draw a rough sketch of the property. Then, the appraiser creates a report and a more detailed sketch showing the total area and the overall layout of the house. The resulting report is a document that can be used to prove certain specs of your property — like the Gross Living Area (GLA) — on tax documents, home listings, and more. When should I get a floorplan service?Disputing real estate taxesTax records frequently reflect the wrong square footage because the values can come from many sources, and occasionally go unproven — meaning you may be taxed for more space than you have! Unless a certified appraiser has recently executed a valuation on your property (after any remodeling that might have affected square footage), you'll need one to perform a measurement service before challenging what you're taxed. An appraiser assesses an accurate Gross Living Area (GLA) of your property so your taxes can reflect the actual square footage — and you can stop paying more than your property is worth. Selling your homeA home floorplan service will secure fair market value for your home. Living space is one of the most important factors potential buyers look for when purchasing a home — but since these values are often approximated rather than properly measured, your property listing may reflect less Gross Living Area (GLA) than it can take credit for. An inaccurate GLA not only reduces the selling price of your property, but possibly even the amount of interested buyers. The only sure method of using an accurate GLA when listing your home is to reference a recent appraisal or home measurement service completed by a certified appraiser (after any remodeling that might have affected square footage). Material for agentsTo ensure that your client's property sells at a price that properly reflects true market value, we suggest asking for a measurement of the property. Clients, and especially potential buyers, will appreciate your thoroughness, and you can be certain that the GLA on your client's listing is a true representation of their home. A measurement can also be an excellent marketing tool to entice potential buyers because they can see the layout and features of the property before and after touring. Get in touch with us to learn more about our measurement services. |