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Trust and Estate Appraisals in Washington County: What Executors and Heirs Often Get Wrong

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Trust and Estate Appraisals in Washington County: What Executors and Heirs Often Get Wrong

When real estate is part of a trust or estate in Washington County, the valuation is not a formality. It is a legal and financial determination that can affect taxes, distributions, and court proceedi...

Jan 15, 2026

Dividing the House: Why St. George Homeowners Need a Local Divorce Appraisal

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Dividing the House: Why St. George Homeowners Need a Local Divorce Appraisal

When a marriage ends, few assets carry as much emotional and financial weight as the family home. In St. George and throughout Washington County, how that home is valued can directly affect settlement...

Jan 6, 2026

How Retirees, Snowbirds, and Second-Home Buyers Shape Property Values in St. George and Washington County

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How Retirees, Snowbirds, and Second-Home Buyers Shape Property Values in St. George and Washington County

Southern Utah attracts a unique mix of property owners. Retirees arrive for the climate and lifestyle. Snowbirds split their time between states. Second-home buyers invest in vacation properties they ...

Dec 11, 2025

Why Home Appraisals in St. George Often Differ from Online Estimates

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Why Home Appraisals in St. George Often Differ from Online Estimates

As a residential appraiser serving the St. George area, I am often asked why online estimates show one number while an appraisal shows another. The reason is tied directly to the way this market behav...

Dec 3, 2025

How Appraisers Handle Valuations for Complex Estates in Southern Utah

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How Appraisers Handle Valuations for Complex Estates in Southern Utah

Estate settlements in Southern Utah often call for a level of detail that families do not expect. St George, Washington, Ivins, Hurricane, and the surrounding communities attract a unique mix of homeo...

Nov 19, 2025

Why Property Values Shift So Differently Between Washington, Iron, and Garfield Counties

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Why Property Values Shift So Differently Between Washington, Iron, and Garfield Counties

Many homeowners across Southern Utah have noticed a strange pattern. Prices rise quickly in one area while another nearby community barely moves. A friend’s home in St. George sells for more than expe...

Nov 11, 2025

What Your Home Is Really Worth in Southern Utah: How Appraisals and Online Estimates Differ

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What Your Home Is Really Worth in Southern Utah: How Appraisals and Online Estimates Differ

Across Southern Utah, many homeowners start with an online estimate to see what their property might be worth. Websites like Zillow and Redfin provide quick numbers, but those figures often differ fro...

Oct 27, 2025

Settling an Estate in Southern Utah: How an Appraisal Brings Clarity and Fairness

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Settling an Estate in Southern Utah: How an Appraisal Brings Clarity and Fairness

When a loved one passes, the responsibility of settling their estate often falls to family members who are already balancing emotion with practicality. Among the most important steps in that process i...

Oct 22, 2025

What’s Your Land Worth? A Southern Utah Appraiser Explains How Value Is Determined

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What’s Your Land Worth? A Southern Utah Appraiser Explains How Value Is Determined

Across Southern Utah, vacant land carries as much potential as any finished home. Whether it overlooks the red cliffs near St. George , stretches through the valleys of Kane County , or borders open d...

Oct 13, 2025

7 Tips to Prepare for Your Home Appraisal in Southern Utah

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7 Tips to Prepare for Your Home Appraisal in Southern Utah

A professional home appraisal is one of the most important steps in buying, selling, refinancing , or settling an estate . In a market as distinctive as Southern Utah, preparation can make a meaningfu...

Oct 6, 2025

How to Read a Home Appraisal Report: A Homeowner’s Guide

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How to Read a Home Appraisal Report: A Homeowner’s Guide

Many homeowners are surprised when they receive a copy of their appraisal report. At first glance it can feel like a highly technical document filled with forms, grids, and professional language that ...

Sep 28, 2025

Understanding Home Appraisals in Southern Utah: What Every Homeowner Should Know

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Understanding Home Appraisals in Southern Utah: What Every Homeowner Should Know

A home appraisal is one of the most important steps in real estate, yet many homeowners do not fully understand the process until they are asked to schedule one. Whether you are preparing to sell , re...

Sep 24, 2025