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Home remodels and poor valuations on public records will affect a property's value — and a potential buyer's interest in it. Let BK Appraisals LLC give you an accurate estimation of property area to establish a fair, unbiased value when acquiring a new home, marketing a property to potential clients, or minimizing your property taxes.

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What is a measurement or floorplan service?

A measurement service is just what it sounds like: An appraiser measures the dimensions and area of your property, then draws a basic or highly detailed layout based on your needs. The appraiser's report and floorplan is a form that can be used to prove the precise Gross Living Area (GLA), the total livable area, of your home. These services are helpful and often necessary when disputing property taxes or selling a property.

How does a home measurement or floorplan service work?

During a home measurement or floorplan service, a certified appraiser takes measurements of your home or property with a measuring tool — generally a tape or laser measuring device. As they walk the property, they mark the layout of the rooms and other features, like closets, entryways, and fireplaces. They may sketch out the property. Then, the appraiser develops a report and a more 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 specs of your property — like the Gross Living Area (GLA) — on tax documentation, property listings, and more.

When should I get a measurement service?

Challenging property taxes

Property tax records often reflect the wrong square footage because the values can come from various sources, and occasionally go unverified — meaning you may be taxed for more space than you have! Unless an appraiser has recently executed a valuation on your property (after any updating that might have affected square footage), you'll need one to perform a measurement service before challenging 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 overpaying.

Marketing a listing

A home measurement service can secure fair market value for your home. Living space is one of the biggest factors potential buyers look for when purchasing a home — but since these values are frequently estimated rather than accurately measured, your property listing may show less Gross Living Area (GLA) than it can take credit for. An inaccurate GLA not only decreases the potential selling price of your property, but possibly even the number of interested buyers. The only reliable method of using a definitive GLA when listing your property is to reference a recent appraisal or measurement service performed by a certified appraiser (after any remodeling that may have affected square footage).

Information for real estate agents

To make sure that your client's home closes at a price that properly reflects market value, we recommend requesting a home measurement of the property. Your clients, and especially potential buyers, will appreciate your attentiveness, 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 tool for enticing potential buyers since they can see the layout and attributes of the house before and after a showing. Contact BK Appraisals LLC to learn more about our floorplan services.