In need of floorplan services? Let Equity 1st Realty Llc help.Our certified appraisers can provide you with an accurate floorplan of your property to establish a fair value when buying or selling a home, cut property taxes as a result of incorrect public records, or market to potential clients when selling a property. Get your measurement service from Equity 1st Realty Llc Get a quote onlineWhat is a home measurement or floorplan service?A measurement service is just what it sounds like: Based on what you need, an appraiser will measure your property's dimensions and square footage, then draw a basic or highly detailed floorplan. The appraiser's report and floorplan is a document that can be used to prove the precise Gross Living Area (GLA), the sum of all livable space, of your home. These services are useful and sometimes necessary when disputing property taxes or selling a property. How do home measurement services work?During a floorplan service, a certified appraiser measures the home with a measuring tool — generally a tape or laser measuring device. As they move around the house, they notate the layout of the rooms and other features, like closets, hallways, and fireplaces. They may draw a rough sketch of the property. Then, the appraiser writes up a report and a more detailed floorplan showing the total area and the general layout of the home. 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 do I need a floorplan service?Property taxesTax records often reflect inaccurate square footage because the values can come from many sources, and sometimes go unproven — which means you may be taxed for more space than you own! Unless a certified appraiser has recently executed an evaluation on your property (after any renovation that might have affected square footage), you'll need one to perform a home measurement service before contesting your taxes. An appraiser determines an accurate Gross Living Area (GLA) of your property so your taxes can reflect the actual square footage — and you can stop overpaying. Selling a home or propertyA measuring service can ensure that you're paid fair market value for your property. Area is one of the biggest factors potential buyers consider when purchasing a house — but since these values are often approximated rather than properly measured, your property listing may reflect less Gross Living Area (GLA) than it actually has. An inaccurate GLA could potentially decrease the selling price of the home as well as the number of potential buyers. The only dependable method of using a definitive GLA when listing your home or property is to reference a recent appraisal or measurement service carried out by an appraiser (after any renovation that might have affected square footage). Information for real estate agentsTo ensure that your client's home sells at a price that correctly reflects market value, we suggest requesting a measurement of the property. Your clients, and potential buyers, will appreciate your eye for detail, and you can rest assured knowing the GLA on your client's listing is truly representative of their home. A floorplan can also be a fantastic marketing tactic for attracting potential buyers since they can review the layout and features of the home before and after touring. Contact Equity 1st Realty Llc today to learn more about our home measurement and floorplan services. |