Our Services
Contact UsCount on our decades of experience and expertise to assist you in managing your real estate assets. We are here to serve home buyers, sellers, financial institutions, attorneys, estates, developers and municipalities in making the very best research-based and data-driven decisions.
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Real Estate Appraisal
Determine the true value or your property with an unbiased, thorough appraisal by an expert in the local market. The value of a property is based on many factors including location, square footage, land size and topography, rooms, amenities, as well as the age and condition of structures.
Our experienced appraisers can provide services for:
- Purchase / Sales
- Property Tax Abatement
- Divorce
- Estate
- Forensic Valuations
Consultation
Along with appraisal services, we offer advisory services to assist with residential management, real estate disputes, and other situations involving property valuation and marketability. Please reach out with any specific inquiries.
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Expert Witness
We offer expert witness testimony and litigation support in matters where the value of real estate is in question. We conduct in-depth analyses and provide objective reports and advice on complex legal issues. We are able to advise counsel on residential real estate issues in both the Essex and Middlesex County Probate Courts, in civil actions in the Essex County Superior Court, and the Massachusetts Appellate Tax Board, among others.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is an appraisal?
An appraisal is an unbiased and data-supported professional opinion of a property’s market value. Appraisals should be performed by certified appraisers with knowledge of the local and regional market.
What is Market Value?
Market value refers to the price a property would be sold for under usual market conditions. This value is determined by how much a buyer is willing to pay for a given property.
What factors affect the value of a home?
The value of a property is based on many factors including location, square footage, land size and topography, rooms, and the age and condition of structures on the property. Special features like views, amenities, custom woodwork, and other relevant local market data also play a part in valuation.
Why might I need an appraisal?
Appraisals can be useful in buying or selling a home, seeking a mortgage, divorce settlements, tax determinations, property disputes, and estate planning. Appraisals are also used in market analysis and legal proceedings.
What information is in an appraisal report?
An appraisal report will include information about the city and neighborhood where the property is located including relevant real estate market information and comparable sales. It will also include details about the property including lot size, year built, condition, gross living area, rooms and features. Photographs of the property will also be included along with the appraised market value and a certification page from the appraiser.
Do you consult or give testimony on legal matters?
Yes. Steven Ozahowski has been qualified as an expert witness for residential real estate in both the Essex and Middlesex County Probate Courts, and in civil actions in the Essex County Superior Court. He has also successfully appeared before the Massachusetts Appellate Tax Board representing both municipalities and homeowners.