Get a Fee QuoteTell us what you need and we'll send you our price and estimated turnaround time. CALL 509-981-1200What's an AppraisalLearn about our appraisal process: Once you order an appraisal, we will schedule a site visit to your home. During the appointment, we will measure the exterior of the home, complete an interior walk-through, draw a floor plan, take photos, and go over remodeling and updating with you. Once the site visit is complete, we return to the office to write your appraisal report. The appraisal report will discuss your home's details, measured Square Footage, condition, etc. We will compare your home to other sales within the market to develop an opinion of value. ![]() About UsWith over 20 years of experience, Scamahorn Appraisals has been a trusted provider of appraisal services in Spokane, Stevens and Lincoln counties. Our extensive knowledge and expertise ensure that you receive the most accurate and timely appraisals tailored to your specific needs. Our ServicesWe specialize in a wide range of appraisal services, including:
Whether you're dealing with a simple residential property or a complex, high-value estate, we have the skills and experience to deliver precise valuations that you can rely on. Our CommitmentAt Scamahorn Appraisals, our goal is to provide excellent work in a timely manner, ensuring that our clients receive the most accurate values possible. Communication and excellence are at the core of everything we do, and we strive to exceed your expectations with every appraisal. Why Choose Us?
Thank you for considering Scamahorn Appraisals for your appraisal needs. We look forward to serving you with the highest level of professionalism and expertise. For more information or to schedule an appraisal, please contact us today! |
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33.2% of Listed Homes Have Cut Prices, The Highest Mark For February in Over a Decade | ||
2/14/2025 9:42 AM | ||
Remember the heady months after the pandemic, when interest rates and inventory were at rock bottom, and house prices and bidding wars for them were through the roof? They have […...Read More | ||
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Freedom at 40 or Fortune at 65? Escaping the Middle-Class Trap and the Trade-Off Between Early Retirement and Maximum Wealth | ||
2/14/2025 9:05 AM | ||
Achieving financial freedom in your 30s or 40s may come at the cost of maximizing your tax-advantaged wealth at 65. Many high earners follow traditional financial wisdom—maxing out 401(k)s, holding […...Read More | ||
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Is Cash Flow STILL King? How to Get More of It in This Market (Rookie Reply) | ||
2/14/2025 3:00 AM | ||
Cash flow is hard to come by in this market. Just a few years ago, it was easy to find rental properties that met the one-percent rule, but today, you […...Read More | ||
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Feb 2025 Housing Market Update: Are Our Predictions Already Wrong? | ||
2/14/2025 3:00 AM | ||
The 2025 housing market has already defied most expectations, but a worrying “shift” could throw everything off track. Home prices keep rising in every major metro—even with interest rates stuck […...Read More | ||
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Has the FIRE Formula Changed? Why 100% Index Funds Isn’t the Answer | ||
2/14/2025 3:00 AM | ||
Is a 100% index fund portfolio no longer the FIRE formula? The market has changed, and maybe your portfolio allocation needs to change with it. With index funds at all-time-high […...Read More | ||
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Rising Rates: Wait to Buy, Invest Now, or Start Selling? | ||
2/13/2025 3:00 AM | ||
Interest rates are still rising even three years after the first rate hikes. So what should you do: wait to buy when rates are lower, sell the underperforming properties you […...Read More | ||
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6 Reasons Why New Construction is Winning This Year | ||
2/12/2025 4:34 PM | ||
In today’s rapidly evolving real estate market, new construction rental properties are emerging as the clear choice for savvy investors. Rising maintenance costs, inflated insurance premiums, and escalating material expenses […...Read More | ||
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Worried About AI? Here’s How Real Estate is Changing Faster Than Ever | ||
2/12/2025 4:25 PM | ||
Artificial intelligence (AI) is no longer just a concept for tech startups and science fiction—it is actively reshaping how real estate investors find, evaluate, and close deals. From predictive analytics […...Read More | ||
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Why We Regret Buying (So Many) Rental Properties | ||
2/12/2025 3:00 AM | ||
It’s true—we regret scaling our real estate portfolios. We’ve learned (the hard way) that less is often more, especially in today’s market, where great deals aren’t as easy to find. […...Read More | ||
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Is NOW the Time to Get Back Into Airbnb? | ||
2/12/2025 3:00 AM | ||
Is now finally the time to get back into Airbnb investing? We all knew about the Airbnb bubble that formed shortly after lockdowns. With low interest rates and local vacationing […...Read More | ||
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Hawaii bill seeking state-run reverse mortgage program appears dead for now | ||
2/14/2025 5:24 PM | ||
A bill seeking to establish a state-specific HECM program in Hawaii is likely dead until at least 2026, according to a sponsor lawmaker...Read More | ||
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M&A: Run your business like it’s for sale, so it never has to be | ||
2/14/2025 4:31 PM | ||
Managing M&A Integration for mortgage companies is like being a wedding planner for arranged marriages. Not everyone is happy to be at this party, but I"ll be damned if they aren"t 1. impressed with the aesthetic and 2. dancing and laughing by the end of the night...Read More | ||
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These are the functions of the HUD offices targeted for mass firings | ||
2/14/2025 4:29 PM | ||
The White House and key leaders aimed at cost-cutting inside the federal government have reportedly trained their eyes on the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD), and that reporting suggests it is culminating in a series of cuts that could include as much as 50% of the department’s workforce of roughly 9,600 people. […...Read More | ||
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Optionality of NAR’s no-commingling rule takes center stage at REX appeal hearing | ||
2/14/2025 4:26 PM | ||
Originally filed by REX in March 2021, the lawsuit alleges that changes made to Zillow’s website “unfairly hides certain listings, shrinking their exposure and diminishing competition among real estate brokers....Read More | ||
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9 best real estate marketing companies to boost your business in 2025 | ||
2/14/2025 4:03 PM | ||
These leading real estate marketing companies help you enhance your branding & expertly market you and your listings to earn more in 2025....Read More | ||
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The ‘silver tsunami’ could slam into California’s economy | ||
2/14/2025 3:24 PM | ||
What will the impacts of a rising aging population be on California"s economy? The implications are sweeping...Read More | ||
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Homebuilders conflicted on 2025 apartment construction outlook | ||
2/14/2025 2:48 PM | ||
The National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) released its Multifamily Market Survey that covers results from the fourth quarter of 2024. The survey also highlighted mixed sentiment among homebuilders in terms of multifamily construction this year...Read More | ||
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Mortgage rates dip below 7% after retail sales surprise | ||
2/14/2025 2:02 PM | ||
Lower mortgage rates cap off a wild week for the market, just in time for consumers shopping for houses over the long holiday weekend...Read More | ||
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West Coast MLSs form partnership to share listings data | ||
2/14/2025 1:39 PM | ||
California’s MetroList, the Northern Nevada Regional MLS (NNRLMS) and Oregon Data Share (ODS) will share real-time data, market insights and transaction history between the more than 30,000 subscribers to the three MLSs...Read More | ||
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HUD announces launch of DOGE task force, targets AFFH rule | ||
2/14/2025 1:15 PM | ||
HUD has launched a DOGE task force and will aim to rescind the Obama-era AFFH rule, but official statements have not mentioned a reported 50% reduction in personnel...Read More | ||
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WSDOT to host North Spokane Corridor workshop | ||
2/14/2025 3:23 PM | ||
Washington State Department of Transportation has scheduled its fifth community conversation regarding the North Spokane Corridor"s final connection project to Interstate 90.Read More | ||
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Spokane U-Haul fined for exposing workers to asbestos | ||
2/14/2025 1:53 PM | ||
A U-Haul dealer in east Spokane has been issued $231,000 in fines by Washington State Department of Labor & Industries for knowingly exposing workers to asbestos.Read More | ||
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Inland Northwest AGC names Build Northwest winners | ||
2/14/2025 1:50 PM | ||
Inland Northwest Associated General Contractors has announced the winners of the 2024 Build Northwest Awards.Read More | ||
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City construction permit value up 47.6% in 2024 | ||
2/14/2025 11:52 AM | ||
Building permits issued by the city of Spokane for 2024 had a total construction value of $769 million, up 47.6% compared with a total value of $520.9 million in 2023.Read More | ||
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Spokane Pediatrics to relocate near Deaconess | ||
2/14/2025 8:04 AM | ||
Spokane Pediatrics is relocating to 601 W. Fifth, suite 200, on Monday, Feb. 24.Read More | ||
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Hecla posts Q4, full-year earnings increases | ||
2/13/2025 3:14 PM | ||
Hecla Mining Co. reported Q4 2024 net income of $11.9 million, or $0.02 per diluted share, an increase over Q3 2024’s net income of $1.8 million, or $0.00 per share.Read More | ||
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Clearwater Paper reports Q4 earnings increase | ||
2/13/2025 2:42 PM | ||
Clearwater Paper Corp. reported fourth-quarter 2024 net income of $199.1 million, or $11.91 per diluted share, compared with $17.6 million, or $1.06 per share in fourth-quarter 2023.Read More | ||
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WSU, Fairchild to ink new partnership | ||
2/13/2025 8:30 AM | ||
Washington State University and Fairchild Air Force Base plan to sign a memorandum of understanding for a new education partnership. Read More | ||
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Ready For Takeoff: Plans gel for Spokane"s aerospace tech hub | ||
2/13/2025 2:00 AM | ||
The $48 million federal grant will be used exclusively to acquire equipment for the Advanced Aerospace Materials Manufacturing CenterRead More | ||
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Hillyard PDA plans $12.5M mixed-use project | ||
2/13/2025 2:00 AM | ||
The Northeast Public Development Authority plans to break ground on a $12.5 million mixed-use building later this year. Read More | ||