Why a Three-Week Appraisal Delay Can Create Problems in Northern Virginia
A clear inspection and reporting schedule matters when an appraisal supports a court deadline, closing, estate matter, or private financial decision.
Category: Appraisal Methodology
Why Realtors Don’t Love Dealing with VA Appraisers in Northern Virginia (And Why the VA Way Is Actually Better)
Hey everyone, Mike Giampa here with DC Metro Appraisals.Certified in VA, MD, and DC – 34 years appraising, 15,000+ reports, private focus on divorce, estate, date-of-death, tax appeals, and pre-listing.…
How Accurate Are Zillow & Redfin Estimates in Fairfax County & Prince William County Right Now?
(The Truth from a 34-Year Local Appraiser – 2026 Update) Hey everyone, Mike Giampa here with DC Metro Appraisals. I’m a certified residential appraiser in DC, Maryland, and Virginia, with…
Does Finished Basement Count as Square Footage in Fairfax County VA?
Hey everyone, Mike Giampa here with DC Metro Appraisals.I’m a state-certified residential appraiser licensed in Virginia, Maryland, and DC, and I’ve personally measured over 15,000 homes in the last 30+…
Home Upgrades That Actually Boost Value in the DC Metro Area
As a certified appraiser with 34 years and over 15,000 assignments in the DC Metro area, I appraise fix-and-flip properties for hard money lenders every week. I see exactly which…
How Much Is a Legal ADU Really Worth in Fairfax County VA in 2025?(The Honest Answer from a 34-Year Local Appraiser)
Hey everyone, Mike Giampa here with DC Metro Appraisals.I’m a state-certified residential appraiser licensed in Virginia, Maryland, and Washington DC, and I’ve been appraising homes across Northern Virginia (especially Fairfax…