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Selling a Loved One’s Home After Loss: Why Compassionate Appraisals Matter

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  Selling a loved one’s home during probate is a deeply emotional and legally complex process. A professional appraisal ensures fairness, compliance, and clarity. At Tight And Right Real Estate Valuation , I provide compassionate, court-compliant home appraisals across New Jersey—from Essex to Gloucester County —to help families make informed, respectful decisions after loss. Key Takeaways Probate appraisals determine fair market value at the time of a loved one’s passing. Certified appraisals protect families from legal, tax, and emotional mistakes. A compassionate approach helps reduce stress and family disputes. Cardwell Thaxton offers local, expert guidance throughout NJ probate sales. Every home and family deserves dignity and accuracy during this important transition. Introduction When someone close to you passes away, their home often becomes a centerpiece of both emotional memory and financial responsibility . It’s not just real estate—it’s where holidays were held, where...

The Zillow Value Myth: Why Online Estimates Can Cost You Thousands

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  Zillow’s Zestimate might give you a number—but it can’t give you the truth. Homeowners who rely on online algorithms risk overpricing, underpricing, or making poor investment decisions. At Tight And Right Real Estate Valuation , I deliver accurate, court-defensible home appraisals across New Jersey—because when it comes to your largest asset, only local expertise counts . Key Takeaways Zestimates are based on limited, often outdated public data—not in-person evaluations. Inaccurate online values can derail sales, refinance plans, and estate decisions. Certified appraisals provide hyper-local insight and legally recognized value. Cardwell Thaxton provides expert valuations from Essex to Gloucester County . Trust your home’s value to a professional—not an algorithm. Introduction If you’ve ever typed your address into Zillow, chances are you’ve seen the “Zestimate”—a number claiming to represent your home’s current market value. Sounds convenient, right? But here’s the truth: Zestim...