Learn how to maximize your home’s value before an appraisal with expert tips from a trusted local appraiser. Discover what improvements matter most, how to prepare, and what appraisers look for when valuing homes in North and South Carolina.

A home appraisal reflects more than just square footage and recent sales. Property condition, market trends, location, and documentation all play a role in determining value. Understanding what can negatively affect an appraisal helps homeowners and buyers avoid surprises and approach the process with realistic expectations.

What Will Fail a Home Appraisal?

When it comes to appraisals, certain comments can create more problems than they solve. Whether you’re an attorney, agent, or homeowner, knowing what not to say helps keep the process smooth and professional. Here are five common phrases to avoid—and smarter ways to share helpful information with your appraiser.

When it comes to understanding the true value of your property, guesswork just won’t cut it. Have you ever wondered how much your home or...

7 Tips to Help Homeowners Price Right and Avoid Surprises in Home Appraisals

This explains why appraisals are an important part of buying a home.

North Carolina Highlights Steady price growth & rising inventory: The median home price in NC hit $387,600 in May 2025 , up 0.8%...

If you've ever read a real estate appraisal report and thought, “What does any of this mean?”  — you're not alone. Appraisal reports are...

When it comes to estate planning, most people think of attorneys, wills, and trust documents. But there’s a critical piece that doesn’t get nearly enough attention: the value of your real estate.

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Tips for preparing your home for an appraisal

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In today’s ever-changing real estate landscape, accurate property valuations are more important than ever. Whether you’re buying,...

A date of death real property appraisal is the process of determining the market value of real estate assets as of....

This a quick overview of the importance of a home appraisal

Your local tax assessor may have your house overvalued if you live in an area declining or not appreciating as much as other homes close...

At Efird Appraisals we seek to be on the forefront of appraisal technology. From smart phones and tablets to laser measuring and GPS...