The most important step to avoiding additional expenses is hiring your Commercial Appraiser directly. DO NOT order from an AMC (appraisal management company) that will add 20-40% on top of the appraiser’s fee. AMC’s often assign the appraisal report to random inexperienced appraisers because they bid lowest. We have competitive appraisal fees because we have eliminated “middlemen” which also reduces report completion times.

Be aware that many of these “management companies” are in other states operated by personnel with NO APPRAISAL EXPERIENCE OR LICENSES. It is important to ask any Appraisal Company about local licensing, qualifications, and experience prior to engaging them for any commercial appraisal assignment. Choose Texas Commercial Appraisals for a competitive fee and local MAI Designated Appraiser!

The MAI designation (Member Appraisal Institute) is highly respected throughout the world as one of the top certifications for commercial appraisers. Appraisers must meet rigorous requirements beyond State Certification including hundreds of hours of additional education, an oral exam, a comprehensive written exam, and dissertation report before being granted the MAI designation. This ensures clients top quality services when engaging an appraisal firm or appraiser for your project. 

It is important to ask potential appraisers questions about their qualifications and experience prior to hiring them for a job. It is also wise to ask for references from other clients regarding their level of service and professionalism. By doing this, you can ensure that you are working with an experienced professional who will perform your commercial appraisal accurately and efficiently.

By choosing Texas Commercial Appraisals for your needs, you will gain peace of mind knowing that your property is being handled by experienced professionals who understand both local market conditions as well as national trends.

When it comes to the commercial appraisal process in Texas, there are certain expectations for appraisers. They should be familiar with the local market, have a thorough understanding of the property type being appraised and its value, and be willing to communicate their findings clearly. In addition, they should be flexible and willing to work with the client’s needs and timeline.

Appraisers must also adhere to a strict set of ethical standards. This includes providing accurate assessments that are unbiased and free from conflicts of interest. Appraisers must also maintain confidentiality of all information acquired during the appraisal process. Furthermore, they should provide clear written reports that explain their conclusions in detail.

The appraisal process for commercial properties can be a lengthy one, so it’s important to know the industry standard. Depending on the complexity of the property and the appraiser’s schedule, an appraisal should take anywhere from one to four weeks. Furthermore, having all necessary documents ready ahead of time can help speed up the process significantly.

In order to ensure that your appraisal is completed in a timely manner, it’s important to hire an experienced local appraiser who knows the laws governing appraisals in your market area. Working with a qualified professional who understands all aspects of the process is key to getting your appraisal finished quickly and accurately.

According to google, “On average, you’re looking at around $4000, but it can vary quite considerably. Depending on the property, it’s not unusual to see an appraisal raise as high as $10,000 and, in some cases, even higher. You certainly shouldn’t plan to spend any less than $2000.”

The GOOD NEWS is that due to our ability to operate efficiently, our fees are generally less than average and more competitive, starting as low as $1,500 for a simple commercial appraisal.  In addition, the more property appraisals assigned to us at a given time can also result in discounted rates per assignment.  We also frequently recommend “restricted appraisal report” formats to our clients, which also reduces appraisal expenses.