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What Cities Are in Marin County?

by Austin Fernald

Marin County is a small county north of San Francisco in northern California. With a population of 262,231 as of the 2020 census, it is … Read more

Mount Tamalpais

Top 10 Most Affordable Places to Live in Marin County

by Austin Fernald

Marin County is one of the most beautiful counties in California. Located just north of San Francisco, Marin County is known for its hiking and … Read more

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Do Home Appraisers Use Zillow?

by Austin Fernald

Zillow, Realtor, Trulia, and Redfin are some websites that come to mind when buying or selling real estate. They provide public access to the data … Read more

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Appraisal Comparable Guidelines – What Do Appraisers Look For in Comps?

by Austin Fernald

Last Updated: August 03, 2026 One of the most essential parts of any appraisal is the comparable properties that the appraiser chooses for the Sales … Read more

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How To Read an Appraisal Report

by Austin Fernald

Last Updated: August 3, 2026 Reading an appraisal report for the first time can be quite daunting.  Whether you are a first-time homeowner or it’s … Read more

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Who Pays for the Appraisal?

by Austin Fernald

As a real estate appraiser in California, I often hear this question, and the answer is almost always the same. It’s the client who pays … Read more

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Realvals is a residential real estate appraisal company located in San Rafael, Marin County, California. Austin Fernald, Certified Residential Appraiser #AR3002942, has completed over 3,000 appraisals in California.

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