An appraisal is an independent, professional opinion of a property's market value as of a specific date. An appraiser inspects the property, analyzes recent comparable sales and market conditions, and explains the conclusion in a written report. In Canada, appraisals are completed by members of the Appraisal Institute of Canada and must follow the Canadian Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice (CUSPAP).

It depends, which is the most appraiser answer possible, we know. A downtown condo and a waterfront farmhouse are two very different jobs, so fees depend on the property type and the purpose of the appraisal. The good news? Quotes are free. Contact us today.

A realtor's comparative market analysis is a helpful pricing guide for listing a home, but it isn't an independent valuation. A professional appraisal is completed by a designated appraiser with no stake in the sale. It follows the Canadian Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice (CUSPAP) and is accepted by lawyers, accountants, courts, and the Canada Revenue Agency.

Your PVSC assessment is a mass valuation used to calculate property taxes. It reflects market conditions as of a past base date and doesn't include an individual inspection. An appraisal is an independent opinion of your property's market value as of a specific date, based on a detailed inspection and analysis of comparable sales. The two figures often differ, sometimes significantly.

Your report is confidential. It's prepared for you as the client and for any intended users you identify when ordering, such as your lawyer or accountant. We don't share it with anyone else without your consent. Privacy is our top priority.

We serve the entire province of Nova Scotia, from Yarmouth to Cape Breton and everything in between. That includes Halifax, Dartmouth, Bedford, the South Shore, the Annapolis Valley, the North Shore, and the rural and coastal communities across the province. Wherever your property is, we'll get there.