by John Tsiaousis | Jan 2, 2026 | Chicago Appraisal FAQ 7, Uncategorized
What to Expect During a 2–4 Unit Apartment Building Appraisal in Chicago Preparing for an appraisal in a multi‑unit residential building is much easier when you know exactly what the visit involves. Below is a clear, overview what you can expect. How Long Will the...
by John Tsiaousis | Dec 8, 2025 | Chicago Appraisal 6, Uncategorized
Snow can create a picturesque backdrop for your home, but it also presents challenges when an appraiser arrives. The goal is simple: make the property safe to access and ensure its most valuable features aren’t hidden under the snow. Here’s how to do it. Severe...
by John Tsiaousis | Nov 9, 2025 | Chicago Appraisal 6, Uncategorized
To view the full resource on the National Association of Realtors, click...
by John Tsiaousis | Nov 8, 2021 | Chicago Home Appraisal Blog, Uncategorized
2 months ago I wrote an article comparing Zillow’s Zestimate program to a regular appraisal process. It’s a common question that comes up and with the real estate market skyrocketing, thought I’d answer the question once and for all. To my dismay, I didn’t...
by John Tsiaousis | Jun 7, 2021 | Chicago Home Appraisal Blog, Uncategorized
It is pretty common knowledge that appraisers should select the most recent home sales as comparables. The question then becomes why would an appraiser use old comps? Fannie Mae Guidelines on Age Comparable Sale First, let’s take a look at what Fannie Mae guidelines...
by John Tsiaousis | Mar 22, 2016 | Chicago Home Appraisal Blog, Uncategorized
We are excited to announce the winners of our free home appraisal. Recently, the Foundation For Prader-Willi Research (PWS) hosted an event in Deerfield, Illinois which raised $28,428. As a part of their charity auction, Chicagoland Appraisals donated a free home...
