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Your Trusted Source for Real Estate Appraisals in Southern California
Sammco Appraisal Group has built a reputation as a trusted provider of real estate appraisal services in Southern California. With over 20 years of combined experience, our team specializes in delivering fast, accurate, and defensible valuations tailored to complex scenarios such as divorce, bankruptcy, and estate planning. Our founder, Kevin Howell, has appraised more than 10,000 properties, earning the trust of real estate agents, attorneys, lenders, and investors. We prioritize exceptional customer service, ensuring timely responses, transparent communication, and customized reports that meet the specific needs of accountants, banks, and legal professionals.Our commitment to professionalism and integrity is reflected in our five-star ratings on Yelp and Google, as well as our dedication to resolving client concerns promptly. By combining local market expertise with industry-leading standards, we aim to save clients time and reduce stress while providing unparalleled accuracy in valuation documentation.
Services
Divorce Appraisals
Bankruptcy Appraisals
Bail Bonds Appraisals
PMI Removal Appraisals
Tax Assessment Appeals
Measurement Services
Rush Appraisals
Estate Planning Appraisals
Foreclosure Appraisals
Pre-Listing Appraisals
Highlights and features
- We have over 20 years of experience appraising 10,000+ homes in Southern California.
- Our appraisals are utilized by real estate agents, attorneys, and lenders for court-defensible accuracy.
- We guarantee fast turnaround times and transparent pricing with no hidden fees.
- Our team maintains strict confidentiality for sensitive cases like divorce and bankruptcy.
- We hold a five-star rating on Yelp and Google, reflecting consistent client satisfaction.
Associations and certifications
- Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice (USPAP)
What people say
Prompt response
Quick turnaround
Professional service
Thorough report
Highly recommend
Services
Divorce Appraisals
Divorce appraisals provide court-defensible valuations for property division during legal proceedings. Our team specializes in retrospective appraisals with effective dates tied to divorce filings. Kevin Howells expertise ensures confidentiality and precision for family law cases.
Bankruptcy Appraisals
Bankruptcy appraisals determine accurate home values to protect debtors assets during proceedings. We prevent disputes by adhering to USPAP standards and collaborating with attorneys to ensure reliable valuations for Chapter 7 and 13 filings.
PMI Removal Appraisals
PMI removal appraisals confirm equity growth to eliminate monthly insurance costs. Our appraisals help homeowners meet lender requirements by proving 80% loan-to-value ratios through market analysis and property evaluations.
Tax Assessment Appeals
Tax appeal appraisals challenge overvalued property assessments. We conduct independent analyses using current market data, providing compelling evidence to reduce tax liabilities for homeowners and businesses in Southern California.
Measurement Services
Measurement services verify gross living area for MLS listings and tax records. Our accurate floor plans and square footage reports resolve discrepancies, ensuring compliance with real estate disclosure standards and appraisal requirements.
People
Kevin Howell
Senior Appraiser
Kevin Howell has over 20 years of experience and has appraised 10,000+ properties. He specializes in divorce, bankruptcy, and estate appraisals while contributing to national real estate publications.
Questions
What types of appraisal services does Sammco Appraisal Group offer?
We provide divorce, bankruptcy, PMI removal, tax appeal, estate, foreclosure, and pre-listing appraisals, along with measurement services for Southern California properties.
Which areas does Sammco Appraisal Group serve?
Our services cover Los Angeles, Orange, Riverside, and San Bernardino Counties, including specialized appraisals for urban and rural properties.
Can I get an emergency appraisal for a bail bond case?
Yes, we prioritize urgent cases like bail bonds and guarantee immediate service with discreet, confidential handling.
How quickly can I receive an appraisal report?
Most standard reports are delivered within 24-72 hours, with rush options available for critical deadlines.
How do I request a quote or schedule an appraisal?
Use our online form or call (714) 872-8770 to receive a free quote within 24 business hours and schedule your appraisal.
Reviews (5)
Aer Conditionat EastShop
Jan 04, 2016
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We hired Sammco Appraisal Group to give us an idea of what to price our home at prior to listing it for sale. Kevin not only provided us with an appropriate price but also analyzed the current active listings in the market so we were aware of what other homes our property would be competing with. This was great insight and we are now sure that our home is priced competitively. We highly recommend Sammco Appraisal Group for anyone or any Real Estate Agent needing a pre-listing appraisal.
Loredana Ionescu
Dec 08, 2015
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I have been a Licensed Realtor for over 30 years and needed a measurement service. My usual person was booked up so I tried Kevin. I was so impressed that I plan to switch all of my sketch needs over to Kevin and Sammco Appraisal Group. He reacted promptly, provided a very professional sketch, and a fabulous report within 24 hours of visiting the home. I've used several people in the past and Kevin is by far the best. I highly recommend his services to all Real Estate Professionals!
Jack Watkins
Dec 06, 2015
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Kevin Howell contacted us promptly after we called him. He responded within a very short time. He was professional, pleasant, and easy to talk to. He listened!! He completed our appraisal in a timely manner and had the results back to us in less than 24 hours. His review was thorough and concise. He exceeded our expectations in every way and we are very happy with his services. I would recommend him unconditionally.
Mr. and Mrs. Jack Watkins
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Mr. and Mrs. Jack Watkins
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Oct 27, 2015
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We found Sammco Appraisal Group on Google because we needed our real estate portfolio of properties appraised for our estate. We were very impressed with the website and found it very easy to get in contact with Kevin Howell the Chief Appraiser. Kevin made us very comfortable with the whole process and the fees were very reasonable. The service was great and we received our appraisals in a very timely manner. Our attorney was so impressed with his work that he wanted his card so he could contact Kevin later for additional work for his other clients. I would highly recommend Sammco Appraisal Group
Glenn Cross
Oct 04, 2015
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As a direct lender, we have our own appraisal panel and have used Sammco Appraisal Group as our benchmark for appraisals. They are always on time and take a huge amount of stress off our loan agents due to their professionalism and customer service. I would highly recommend Kevin and Sammco Appraisal Group to any direct lender in need of quality and professional appraisers.
