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Cory Thompson October 29, 2026

Can a Detached Garage Affect Your Home’s Mortgage Appraisal?

A detached garage can be a major selling point. It may provide covered parking, extra storage, or room for hobbies and projects. But buyers sometimes assume that every square foot of a detached structure adds value in the same way as living space inside the house. During a mortgage appraisal, the analysis is more specific. The appraiser looks at the structure’s condition, function, and contribution to market value.

Filed Under: Mortgage Tagged With: Detached Garage, Mortgage Tips, Property Value

Cory Thompson November 21, 2024

Why Regular Home Maintenance Is More Than Just a Chore

Owning a home is huge and one of the most valuable investments many of us will ever make. Like any valuable asset, your home requires care and upkeep to ensure it stays in great condition, retains value, and remains a safe, comfortable haven.

Filed Under: Around The Home Tagged With: Home Maintenance, Preventative Care, Property Value

Cory Thompson November 12, 2021

What To Know About Property Values and Refinancing

There are many people who are thinking about refinancing their homes. For example, some people may be interested in reducing their monthly payments, while other people may be interested in tapping into the value of the home to fund a home improvement project.

Filed Under: Mortgage Tagged With: Mortgage, Property Value, Refinance

Cory Thompson August 27, 2021

The Process Of Estimating Property Values

Property values are a moving target. They are important to buyers and sellers because everyone wants to get the best deal possible. Sellers want to get as much money for their investment while buyers do not want to overpay for a home. There are a lot of factors that play a role in property values including the economy, the number of people looking for homes, new home construction, schools, the job market, and more. How do real estate agents estimate the value of a home?

Filed Under: Mortgage Tagged With: Home Estimates, Mortgage, Property Value

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Cory Thompson

Cory Thompson


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