by Catherine Hall | Sep 21, 2026 | Residential Valuation
Florida condo owners have seen big changes in the last few years. After the 2021 Champlain Towers South collapse in Surfside, the state passed new condo safety laws. Those rules have led to higher fees and large special assessments in many buildings, and they’re...
by Catherine Hall | Sep 20, 2026 | Residential Valuation
Online home value tools are quick, free, and everywhere. They are a fine way to keep an eye on the market. But when a decision depends on the number, like settling an estate, dividing a home in a divorce, or appealing your taxes, an automated estimate is not enough....
by Catherine Hall | Sep 19, 2026 | Residential Valuation
By Catherine Hall, Heritage Valuation Group Accurate assessment of 2-4 unit residential appraisals is essential for investors, lenders, and real estate professionals. These appraisals establish the market value of small multi-family residential properties and...
by Catherine Hall | Sep 18, 2026 | Property Tax
Your tax bill is based on one number, and a buyer would pay another. That gap confuses a lot of homeowners, and it is often the reason people consider a tax appeal. Here is the difference between what a tax assessor does and what an independent appraiser does, with...
by Catherine Hall | Sep 16, 2026 | Residential Valuation
In coastal Florida and along the Connecticut shoreline, a home’s flood risk is part of its value. Buyers now ask about flood zones, elevation, and insurance before they ask about countertops. If you are getting an appraisal for an estate, a divorce, a tax...