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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| Buffett’s Berkshire Hathaway Bets $600M on Housing | ||
| 11/12/2026 6:00 AM | ||
| Berkshire Hathaway, legendary investor Warren Buffett’s holding company, just made a nearly $600M bet on the housing market, all while real estate sentiment hits its lowest levels in over a […...Read More | ||
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| How to Buy Your Next Rental With Seller Financing (No Bank Needed) | ||
| 11/11/2026 6:00 AM | ||
| You could buy your next rental without a bank on terms you help write. That’s the power of seller financing, and it often opens up when high rates leave sellers […...Read More | ||
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| Ramit Sethi: I Rent, Spend What I Want, and Still Got Rich. | ||
| 11/11/2026 6:00 AM | ||
| Ramit Sethi did everything the financial “experts” said not to: he rented instead of buying, upgraded to new, expensive cars, spent plenty on luxury vacations, and still made millions in […...Read More | ||
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| The Best (and Worst) Real Estate Investing Advice for 2027 | ||
| 11/10/2026 6:00 AM | ||
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| How to (Legally) Pay Less in Taxes as a Rookie Real Estate Investor | ||
| 11/9/2026 6:00 AM | ||
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| He Replaced His $65,000 Salary with Rental Cash Flow (Starting with $2,500!) | ||
| 11/9/2026 6:00 AM | ||
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| 6 (Real) Ways to Get a 6% Mortgage Rate in 2027 | ||
| 11/6/2026 6:00 AM | ||
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| Buy More Rentals Faster With DSCR Loans (No W-2 Needed) (Rookie Reply) | ||
| 11/6/2026 6:00 AM | ||
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| 50% of Recent Homebuyers Can’t Afford Their Mortgage | ||
| 11/5/2026 6:00 AM | ||
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| Democrats Win the Midterms: What It Means for the Housing Market | ||
| 11/4/2026 6:00 AM | ||
| The much-anticipated 2026 midterm elections are now over, giving us a glimpse into how the next two years will play out in American politics. While Democrats and Republicans remain divided […...Read More | ||
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| Why the next Fed decision should not impact your house purchase | ||
| 11/12/2026 2:00 AM | ||
| Freddie Mac put the 30-year fixed average at 7.24% on Oct. 29, and the Fed held 3.75% to 4% on Oct. 28Read More | ||
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| What pricing and execution inefficiency really costs mortgage lenders | ||
| 11/12/2026 2:00 AM | ||
| The hidden cost of standing still may exceed the cost of changeRead More | ||
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| Why the 2026 fake foreclosure crisis never happened | ||
| 11/11/2026 6:05 PM | ||
| The New York Fed"s Household Debt and Credit Report for Q3 shows how far off the predictions wereRead More | ||
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| Education, not operations, are holding back reverse for purchase deals | ||
| 11/11/2026 2:57 PM | ||
| Panelists at NRMLA Annual detailed ways to get referral partners on board and avoid all-cash transactionsRead More | ||
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| Housing demand shows signs of stabilizing. Does your market? | ||
| 11/11/2026 11:38 AM | ||
| New pending listings rose 20% in one Florida metro area, but neighboring cities tell different stories. Here"s how to spot the signals that matter in your market.Read More | ||
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| A Veterans Day reflection for building leaders and the work ahead | ||
| 11/11/2026 11:00 AM | ||
| We highlight two Texas families promised mortgage-free homes and frame affordability progress as an industry leadership testRead More | ||
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| Homebuilders and their partners team up to salute our veterans | ||
| 11/11/2026 5:14 AM | ||
| Veterans Day initiatives include discounts for military families, mortgage-free home donations and workforce developmentRead More | ||
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| Winning in a buyer’s market | ||
| 11/11/2026 2:00 AM | ||
| Three practical strategies agents and lenders can use to help hesitant homebuyers capitalize on today"s shifting conditions Read More | ||
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| If you own the asset, you should own the project data | ||
| 11/11/2026 2:00 AM | ||
| A durable record of budgets, decisions, RFIs and as-builts supports operations, refinancing and AI useRead More | ||
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| A military spouse’s advice for serving veteran homebuyers | ||
| 11/11/2026 2:00 AM | ||
| 55% of veteran homebuyers used VA financing in 2025, and eligibility is not limited to one use Read More | ||
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| H Mart proposed in former Sears space at NorthTown Mall | ||
| 11/11/2026 12:51 PM | ||
| Developers are proposing a new H Mart supermarket at a former Sears department store at NorthTown Mall at 4750 N. Division...Read More | ||
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| SeaPort Airlines launches seasonal service to Olympia | ||
| 11/5/2026 11:32 AM | ||
| SeaPort Airlines is launching a new seasonal route between Spokane’s Felts Field and Olympia Regional Airport starting Jan. 8, 2027, giving Eastern Washington residents another way to travel to the capital city during the state legislative session...Read More | ||
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| Bridging the NIL gap | ||
| 11/5/2026 2:00 AM | ||
| When college athletes gained the ability to profit from their name, image, and likeness in 2021, Gonzaga University student Jesse Riodil saw an opportunity that never materialized for him during his four years playing on the men’s soccer team...Read More | ||
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| Dutch energy professionals share insights here | ||
| 11/5/2026 2:00 AM | ||
| Energy leaders from 20 Dutch companies and institutions met in Spokane in October to tackle grid management challenges and digital energy solutions alongside regional leaders from Avista, Itron, WSU, and the city of Spokane...Read More | ||
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| Mass timber usage builds momentum as costs rise | ||
| 11/5/2026 2:00 AM | ||
| The use of mass timber is steadily growing as rising construction costs push building developers toward more cost-effective materials, according to some Spokane area manufacturers and contractors...Read More | ||
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| Topgolf secures Liberty Lake site for new venue | ||
| 11/5/2026 2:00 AM | ||
| Topgolf’s plans for a new 35,000-square-foot entertainment facility are moving forward following the company"s October purchase of 11 acres of land along Interstate 90, in Liberty Lake...Read More | ||
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| Wild Birds in Lincoln Heights changes ownership | ||
| 11/5/2026 2:00 AM | ||
| Wild Birds Unlimited Inc., operating on Spokane"s South Hill, is under new ownership following the acquisition of the avian product shop by longtime Montana franchisee operators John and Kathy Haigh...Read More | ||
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| Catching up with: Brittany Tyler, owner of Fo(u)r Roots LLC | ||
| 11/5/2026 2:00 AM | ||
| When Scale House Market opened in May 2025, the goal was to establish a year-round farmers" market and support 65 farm-based businesses. Eighteen months later, it has surpassed expectations, supporting between 150 and 175 small businesses spanning agricultural operators, food producers, bakers, makers, artisans, dairy farmers, cattle ranchers, amon...Read More | ||
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| Seattle-based contractor expands into Spokane | ||
| 11/5/2026 2:00 AM | ||
| Seattle-based general contractor Sellen Construction Co. Inc. is expanding into Spokane County with a new office in the University District...Read More | ||
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| AI threats challenge cybersecurity landscape | ||
| 11/5/2026 2:00 AM | ||
| Artificial intelligence is accelerating cybersecurity threats against businesses and government agencies, allowing criminals to potentially impersonate employees, steal sensitive information, and compromise corporate networks faster than organizations can respond, warn some cybersecurity experts...Read More | ||
