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Poor estimates on public records can affect a property's value — and a buyer's interest in it. Let RAW Appraisal LLC provide you with accurate measurement of your home to determine the actual size of your home, following ANSI standards, that would be used in valuing your property.

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What is a home measurement or floorplan service?

Measurement or floorplan services are just what they sound like: An appraiser measures the dimensions and square footage of your property, then draws a basic or highly detailed layout based on your needs. The appraiser's report and floorplan is a document that can be used to prove an accurate Gross Living Area (GLA), the total livable space, of your home. These services are helpful and sometimes essential when disputing property taxes or selling a property.

How does a home measurement or floorplan service work?

An appraiser measures your home or property — generally utilizing a laser measuring tool and the old-fashioned tape measure. As an appraiser tours the home, they notate the layout of the rooms and can with other features, like closets, patios, and fireplaces. A sketch of the property will be drawn. Then, the appraiser creates a report and detailed sketch showing the total area and the overall layout of the home. The final product is a document that can be used to prove certain details about your property — like the Gross Living Area (GLA) — on tax documentation, property listings, and more.

When are measurement services recommended?

Challenging real estate taxes

Tax records frequently reflect incorrect square footage because the values can come from various sources, and sometimes go unverified — which means you may be taxed for more square footage than you have! Unless an appraiser has executed a recent valuation or measurement service on your property (after any updating that may have affected square footage), you'll need one to perform a home measurement service before disputing what you're taxed. An appraiser determines the accurate Gross Living Area (GLA) of your property so your taxes reflect the actual square footage — and you can stop paying more than your property is worth.

Selling a property

A home measurement service can help understand fair market value for your home. Square footage is one of the biggest factors potential buyers examine when purchasing a home — but since square footage values are frequently approximated rather than properly measured, your listing may reflect more or less Gross Living Area (GLA) than it can take credit for. An inaccurate GLA could potentially misdirect the price of your property as well as the number of interested buyers. The only reliable method of using an accurate GLA when listing your home or property is to refer to a recent appraisal or home measurement service completed by an appraiser.

For Real Estate Agents

To ensure that your client's property closes at a price that properly reflects market value, we suggest seeking a measurement of the property. Your clients, and potential buyers, will be grateful for your scrupulousness, and you can rest assured knowing the GLA on your client's listing is a true representation of their home. A measurement can also be an excellent marketing tool to interest potential buyers because they can view the layout and characteristics of the house before and after a showing. Contact RAW Appraisal LLC to learn more about our measurement services.