In need of floorplan services? Let Bosworth Appraisals help.Home remodeling and poor valuations on public records will affect a property's value — and a potential buyer's interest in it. Let Bosworth Appraisals give you a reliable evaluation of property area to establish a fair, unbiased value when purchasing a new home, selling to potential clients, or reducing your property taxes. Order a measurement service from Bosworth Appraisals Get a quote onlineWhat is a home measurement or floorplan service?Home measurement services are just what they sound like: An appraiser measures the dimensions and square footage of the property, then draws a basic or highly detailed layout based on what you need. The appraiser's report and floorplan is a form that can be used to prove the accurate Gross Living Area (GLA), the sum of all livable area, of your home. These services are helpful and often essential when challenging property taxes or selling a property. How does a home measurement or floorplan service work?During a measurement service, a certified appraiser measures the home with a measuring tool — generally a tape measure or laser measuring device. As they move around the property, they notate the layout of the rooms and other features, like stairs, entryways, and fireplaces. They might draw a rough sketch of the property. Then, the appraiser types up a report and detailed sketch showing the total area of the home and the general layout. The finished product is a document that can be used to prove certain details about your property — like the Gross Living Area (GLA) — on tax documents, home listings, and more. When do I need a floorplan service?Real estate taxesProperty tax records often reflect inaccurate square footage because the values can come from various sources, and sometimes go unverified — meaning you may be paying for more square footage than you actually own! Unless a certified appraiser has recently performed an evaluation on your property (after any renovation that may have affected square footage), you'll need one to perform a measurement service before disputing what you're taxed. An appraiser will determine an accurate Gross Living Area (GLA) of your property so your taxes can reflect your actual square footage — and you can stop paying more than your property is worth. Selling your homeA floorplan service can ensure that you're paid fair market value for your house. Living space is one of the biggest factors potential buyers consider when purchasing a home — but since square footage values are often approximated rather than properly measured, your property listing might show less Gross Living Area (GLA) than it actually has. An inaccurate GLA not only decreases the selling price of your home, but possibly even the amount of interested buyers. The only sure method of using a definitive GLA when listing your home is to reference a recent appraisal or measurement service carried out by an appraiser (after any updating that may have affected square footage). For agentsTo ensure that your client's property sells at a price that accurately reflects market value, we suggest asking for a measurement of the property. Clients, and especially potential buyers, will be grateful for your attention to detail, and you can be assured that the GLA on your client's listing is truly representative of their home. A floorplan can also be a wonderful marketing tactic for getting potential buyers interested since they can see the layout and characteristics of the property before and after touring. Get in touch with us to learn more about our floorplan services. |