APEX APPRAISAL BLOG

You've just received a property appraisal, and the value seems wrong. Whether it's too high or too low, you're wondering: what now? Disagreements over property appraisal values are common in Ontario, particularly in non-lending appraisal situations  such as divorce, estate settlement, capital gains reporting and other legal or tax-related matters. In these contexts, it is not unusual for one party to believe an appraisal value is too high, while another believes it is too low

Automated Valuation Models (AVMs) and free online estimators are quick and tempting when you want a ballpark figure. But they rely on databases and algorithms rather than a professional appraiser’s on-site inspection and local market knowledge. AVMs are prone to missing renovations, deferred maintenance, non-conforming uses, zoning issues and sudden changes in market conditions. That makes them fine for casual curiosity, but not for matters that require accuracy and defensibi

As life evolves, so do your housing needs. Whether you're downsizing, relocating, or making an investment move, many Canadians find...