Residential appraisals · Southern California
Appraisals done right.
Mike Navar has appraised homes across Southern California for more than 30 years. Clear reports, defensible values, and turnaround that keeps your closing on schedule.
Who you are working with
A seasoned appraiser, not a call center.
I’m Mike Navar. For over three decades I have appraised single-family homes, multi-family properties, and high-end residences throughout Southern California. When you order an appraisal from us, you get a thorough inspection, a report that holds up to review, and a direct line to the person who wrote it.
We are a family-owned business. Pricing is competitive and transparent, and we treat your deadline as our deadline.
Services
Residential appraisal services
Every report is prepared to current USPAP standards and written for the intended use, whether that is a lender, an attorney, a CPA, or you.
Single-family homes URAR 1004
Purchase, refinance, and private appraisals for detached homes, condos, and townhomes, including exterior-only and desktop reports when the assignment calls for them.
Multi-family, 2–4 units Form 1025
Duplexes, triplexes, and fourplexes with rent schedules and income analysis alongside the sales comparison approach.
Divorce settlement
Neutral, well-supported valuations for the division of marital property, with current or retrospective effective dates and reports suitable for attorneys and mediators.
Estate settlement
Date-of-death and step-up-in-basis appraisals for executors, trustees, and CPAs, delivered with the documentation the IRS expects.
High-end and custom homes
Luxury residences where the comparable pool is thin and the details matter. Extra time in research, not shortcuts.
Pre-listing and private use
Know what your home is worth before you list, before you refinance, or when you are weighing an offer.
Why choose us
The MNV advantage
Experience
More than 30 years of residential appraisal work in Southern California. Our team is made up of seasoned appraisers who hold themselves to the highest industry standards.
Timeliness
Real estate runs on deadlines. We schedule inspections quickly and deliver reports on time so your transaction keeps moving.
Transparent pricing
Competitive, reasonable fees quoted up front. No surprises on the invoice.
Family owned
Professional, prompt, and personal. You deal directly with the appraiser from the first call to the final report.
Service area
Based in Chino, covering Southern California.
We are headquartered in Chino and work throughout the Inland Empire and the greater Los Angeles and Orange County areas. If your property is somewhere else in Southern California, ask. We can usually accommodate it.
- San Bernardino CountyChino, Chino Hills, Ontario, Rancho Cucamonga, Upland, Fontana
- Riverside CountyCorona, Eastvale, Riverside, Norco, Temecula, Murrieta
- Los Angeles CountyPomona, Diamond Bar, Walnut, West Covina, Whittier
- Orange CountyYorba Linda, Brea, Fullerton, Anaheim, Orange
Common questions
What to expect from an appraisal
How long does an appraisal take?
The on-site inspection usually takes 30 to 60 minutes depending on the size of the home. Most reports are delivered within a few business days of the inspection. If you have a hard deadline, tell us when you order and we will plan around it.
What happens during the inspection?
We measure the exterior, walk every room, photograph the interior and exterior, and note the condition, quality, and any updates or repairs. We also look at the site, the garage, and any outbuildings or pools.
Do I need to be there?
Someone over 18 needs to give us access, but it does not have to be the owner. An agent, tenant, or family member is fine.
How should I prepare the property?
Make sure every room is accessible, including the garage and attic hatch. Have a list of improvements with approximate dates and costs, and any permits, plans, or prior appraisals you can share. Tidy is helpful, but spotless is not required. We appraise the house, not the housekeeping.
What affects the value?
Location, lot size, living area, bedroom and bath count, condition, quality of construction, and recent sales of similar homes nearby. Upgrades matter when buyers in that market pay for them, so a remodeled kitchen counts more than a specialty hobby room.
Can you appraise a home as of a past date?
Yes. Retrospective appraisals are common for estate, tax, and divorce work. We research sales that closed around the effective date and prepare the report as of that date.
How much does it cost?
Fees depend on the property type, size, and the kind of report you need. Call or send the address through the contact page and we will quote a firm price up front.
Ready when you are
Book your appraisal now.
Send us the property address and what the appraisal is for. We will come back with a quote and the earliest available inspection date.
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