Q: How much does an AllCal appraisal cost?
A: AllCal residential appraisal fees vary based on the location of a property, its characteristics and the type of appraisal report being prepared. Please click on our Residential Services link or contact AllCal for a product offering that meets the individual needs of your company.

Q: What is your coverage area?
A: AllCal covers every county in the state of California.

Q: What is AllCal’s turnaround time?
A: Most residential reports will be delivered within 48-72 hours following the inspection.

Q: Can AllCal deliver appraisals electronically?
A: Yes. The appraisers within our network have appraisal production software that allows transmission of appraisal data via a secure network to AllCal. This data, once received, is then forwarded directly to our customers.

Q: What types of appraisal services does AllCal provide?
A: AllCal Appraisal provides valuation services of all types from one to four family residential real estate properties and commercial properties. Our appraisers are qualified to provide appraisals for first and second mortgage lending, and limited scope assignments including inspections, exterior-only inspections, as well as appraisals for real estate owned and foreclosure purposes.

Q: How does AllCal transact business with its customers?
A: AllCal has the ability to receive appraisal requests and deliver appraisal status to customers through e-mail, fax, the Internet or EDI. If you have additional questions, or would like more information, call 866-360-6433

Q: Does AllCal provide services for REO opportunities?
A: Yes. On these assignments, "as is," "as repaired," and "quick sale" values are reported by an appraiser to help our clients make repairs needed for the subject property to compete favorably in its local market.

Q: Does AllCal provide FHA appraisal services?
A: Yes. AllCal Appraisal Services has a network of over 40 FHA approved appraisers across the state of California.

Q: Who Actually Owns the Appraisal Report?
A: In most real estate transactions, the appraisal is ordered by the lender. While the home buyer pays for the report as part of the closing costs, the lender retains the right to use the report or any information contained within. The home buyer is entitled to a copy of the report - it's usually included with all of the other closing documents - but is not entitled to use the report for any other purpose without permission from the lender.

The exception to this rule is when a home owner engages an appraiser directly. In these cases, the appraiser may stipulate how the appraisal can be used; for PMI removal, or estate planning or tax challenges, for example. If not stipulated otherwise, the home owner can use the appraisal for any purpose.