Selling a Home? Don’t Wing it on Price
Let Cornerstone give you the data and insights to make every step smoother—from listing to close.
Who Benefits from a Pre-Listing Appraisal?
🔹 For Sale By Owner (FSBO)
Going solo? Then getting the price right is critical. Sure, you could check Zillow or Redfin... but those estimates can miss the mark—by tens of thousands. A professional appraisal removes the guesswork and gives you the confidence to list competitively from day one.
🔹 Real Estate Agents
Many top-performing agents turn to us when pricing is uncertain or comparable sales are limited. For some, ordering a pre-listing appraisal is part of fulfilling their fiduciary duty—ensuring their pricing strategy is grounded in objective, accurate data.
🔹 Families Managing an Inherited Property
Inherited a property and planning to sell? A pre-listing appraisal gives clarity, especially if you’re coordinating with siblings or planning an estate. It’s a smart way to set expectations early.
What’s Included in a Cornerstone Pre-Listing Appraisal?
📈 Market Analysis That Goes Beyond Comps
We don’t just pull a few recent sales and call it a day. We analyze submarkets, neighborhood nuances, and buyer sentiment—because even homes on the same block can move in different directions. When you know the direction of your market, you can make better decisions.
📏 ANSI-Compliant Square Footage
Square footage mistakes cost sellers money. How often are public records wrong? A lot. Yes, we’ve seen square footage errors that left over $40,000 on the table for the sellers, because the assessor’s numbers are wrong. Our measurements follow national ANSI standards, ensuring precision and accurate information.
🔧 Property Condition Insights for Financing
Different loan types (Conventional, FHA, VA) come with their own sets of property requirements. During our pre-listing appraisal, we flag common issues that could delay—or even derail—a sale. This is especially valuable if you’re considering offers with FHA or VA financing. Accepting an FHA offer before your home is FHA-ready can lead to costly delays, unexpected repair requests, or even a canceled deal. We help you get ahead of those issues before your home ever hits the market.
Bonus: We Work for You—Not the Bank
Your appraisal is confidential. You can ask questions, share it (or not), and even bring us into conversations with your listing agent if you’d like. It’s your tool to price smarter, prep better, and close with confidence.
And when you do get an offer? If it aligns with your appraisal, great—pass it on to the buyer’s appraiser. If the offer is above your pre-listing appraisal? Well, then you might owe your agent a beer for a job well-done!
Contact Us for a quote. A few hundred dollars can save you tens of thousands.
