Buckeye Appraising

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23 Years

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Trusted Real Estate Appraisals in Columbus, OH

Buckeye Appraising, Inc. has been a trusted name in real estate appraisal services since our founding in 2003. As a family-owned business based in Columbus, Ohio, we combine decades of industry experience with a commitment to ethical practices that align with our faith-based values. Our team takes pride in being the first and only real estate appraisal company in Central Ohio to receive the Better Business Bureau's Torch Award for Ethics, reflecting our dedication to integrity in every transaction. We maintain an A+ rating with the BBB and implement a unique peer-review process for all appraisal reports, ensuring exceptional accuracy through dual-certified appraiser verification.

Our operational model prioritizes efficiency without compromising quality, delivering comprehensive reports within 3-5 business days while offering electronic formats that meet modern industry standards. With FHA and VA approvals, service across seven Central Ohio counties, and a focus on personalized client support, we remain committed to advancing appraisal excellence through continuous professional development and community engagement.

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Home Appraisals FHA Approved VA Approved 24-Hour Service Consultation Reports PMI Removal Divorce Appraisals Home Inspections

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Year established: 2003

Highlights and features

We implement a patented peer-review process for appraisal reports
Our team maintains A+ BBB rating since 2004
We offer 24-hour appraisal service availability
Our reports meet or exceed USPAP standards
We provide electronic delivery in multiple industry formats

Associations and certifications

Better Business Bureau Torch Award for Ethics
FHA Approved
VA Approved

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Services

Home Appraisals

Our certified appraisers provide accurate residential property valuations through comprehensive inspections and market analysis. Utilizing advanced data tools and local market expertise, we deliver detailed reports that meet lending requirements while helping homeowners understand true market value. Our peer-review process ensures exceptional accuracy for real estate transactions.

FHA Approved Appraisals

We conduct FHA-compliant appraisals that meet strict federal requirements for mortgage insurance. Our certified professionals evaluate properties against specific safety, security, and soundness standards while maintaining rapid turnaround times. These appraisals help facilitate affordable home ownership through government-backed loan programs.

Divorce Appraisals

Our court-defensible appraisals provide accurate property valuations for divorce proceedings. Certified appraisers develop retroactive value opinions when needed, maintaining strict confidentiality and adhering to legal requirements. These reports help determine fair asset division while meeting judicial standards for real property valuation.

24-Hour Appraisal Service

We offer expedited appraisal services with guaranteed 24-hour turnaround for time-sensitive transactions. Our certified team prioritizes urgent requests while maintaining rigorous quality standards through dual verification. This service ensures timely decision-making for critical real estate matters without compromising accuracy.

Home Inspection Services

Our licensed Professional Engineer conducts comprehensive home inspections evaluating structural integrity and major systems. We provide detailed reports within 48 hours, identifying maintenance needs and estimating repair costs. This service helps buyers understand property condition while complementing our appraisal offerings.

Questions

What areas do you service?

We serve seven Central Ohio counties with local market expertise.

How quickly can you complete an appraisal?

Most appraisals are completed within 3-5 business days, with 24-hour service available.

Are your appraisers certified?

All appraisals undergo peer review by Certified Residential Appraisers.

Do you offer electronic report delivery?

Yes, we provide PDF and UAD/XML format reports via email.

Are you BBB accredited?

We maintain an A+ BBB rating and received their Torch Award for Ethics.

What makes your service unique?

Our patented peer-review process ensures maximum accuracy in valuation reports.

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Thomas Mannarino

Jun 13, 2021 Report

Buckeye Appraising performed a VA appraisal on one of my listings. Like many VA appraisals, there were a few small items that needed to be touched up. Jeff at Buckeye Appraising did an OUTSTANDING job communicating with me regarding the repairs needed and scheduling a re-check. He also made sure I was alerted when the final paperwork was filed with the lender. Responsiveness, communication, and a friendly caring attitude. These guys are awesome!

So Real

Dec 22, 2020 Report

The appraisal was professional but the comps were not an accurate depiction of the property. The three comps that were used were from houses that were houses that sold low due to needing remodeled so their value was lower than my house that is 90% remodeled. Also none of them were in my neighborhood or had the yard I have. I had an appraisal before my equity loan and it was 280,000. The appraisor took into consideration that my property was unique and would be hard to find a comp that would do it justice. I put 50,000 into my house and they appraised the house for 250,000. How did I lose 30,000

John Pigman

Oct 21, 2020 Report

Positive:Responsiveness
Sara was very responsive and professional. She took the time to walk us through the entire process. Thank you Buckeye Appraising!!

Sara Fuller

Dec 26, 2019 Report

We are thrilled with Buckeye Appraising! Jeff went above and beyond to get our final appraisal done in time for our closing. We had a unique situation arise and he made a special trip out to the house after hours to make sure we got the final appraisal done when we needed it! Thank you Jeff! I owe you cookies!

Patrick Orourke

Sep 30, 2018 Report

The bank I work for has used Buckeye Appraising over the years and Jeff Clark and his team always provide solid appraisals and good service. I recommend this company!

Spike Awesum

Aug 08, 2016 Report

I was very disappointed with the appraisal I received from Buckeye Appraising. The number of mistakes and typos they made were very concerning. They couldn't even spell my name correctly in the report. When I received the report, the print quality of the document was very poor. Parts of the document were grainy/blurry and unreadable. I reached out to Jeff and Sara who informed me that despite the fact that I am paying for this report, they refused to release a better quality PDF to me. 90% of the information in the document is information my realtor provided them. This outfit isn't the professional

Christine Stonefield

Sep 02, 2015 Report

Jeff and his team did an appraisal on my house in the fall - I found them to be dependable, friendly, trust-worthy and very professional. I will, definitely, use them again!