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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| Spring Housing Market Update: Deals Are Getting Better (Will It Last?) | ||
| 4/30/2026 6:00 AM | ||
| We’ve got new data on the Spring housing market, and it’s…well, complicated. The monthly data shows more of the same: a sluggish housing market with negative home price growth. […...Read More | ||
| What a Cost Segregation Study Actually Does | ||
| 4/29/2026 11:17 AM | ||
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| Deed Theft and Fraudulent Tax Lien Sales Are Spreading—Here’s How to Make Sure You Don’t Fall Victim | ||
| 4/29/2026 11:11 AM | ||
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| BRRRR vs. Turnkey: Which Rental Strategy Actually Wins? (Not What You Think) | ||
| 4/29/2026 6:00 AM | ||
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| He Bought 50 Rentals, Then Stopped to Do This (Makes $5,000/Month Per Deal) | ||
| 4/29/2026 6:00 AM | ||
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| Flippers Are Feeling Most Bullish in Months, Here’s Why | ||
| 4/28/2026 6:00 AM | ||
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| The Insurance Non-Renewal Shakeout: What to Do When Your Carrier Drops You in 2026 | ||
| 4/27/2026 9:36 AM | ||
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| We Ran the Numbers and Found the Best Type of Short-Term Rental—Here’s How the Data Stacks Up | ||
| 4/27/2026 9:26 AM | ||
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| From Extreme Job Burnout to Breakthrough with 2 Rentals (He Quit His W2) | ||
| 4/27/2026 6:00 AM | ||
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| He Bought His First Rental at 20. Now at 29, He Cash Flows $20K/Month | ||
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| Atlas VMS launches insurance-backed appraisal warranty for lenders | ||
| 4/30/2026 12:11 PM | ||
| Atlas VMS launched LoanShield, a no-cost appraisal warranty, citing an average loan repurchase cost of $32,288 and ongoing buyback risks...Read More | ||
| Corina Lessa says visibility drives trust in real estate leadership | ||
| 4/30/2026 11:58 AM | ||
| Corina Lessa told HousingWire’s Women of Influence Forum leaders they must close a visibility gap to build consumer trust and impact...Read More | ||
| North Carolina House Democrats revive state housing reform | ||
| 4/30/2026 11:39 AM | ||
| North Carolina House Democrats will take another shot at sweeping housing reform. Several cycles of defeat on similar legislation loom in their rearview mirror. Undaunted by a string of previously unsuccessful efforts and banking on a redoubled surge of political will to address housing affordability, lawmakers introduced House Bill 1056, titled &#...Read More | ||
| Highlands Residential Mortgage acquires Equitable Mortgage, enters Ohio market | ||
| 4/30/2026 11:37 AM | ||
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| ICE reports record revenue of $3B, profit of $1.4B in Q1 2026 | ||
| 4/30/2026 11:24 AM | ||
| ICE posted record Q1 2026 net revenue of $3B, up 20%, and net income of $1.4B, while mortgage technology revenue increased 6% to $539M...Read More | ||
| Class Valuation aims to cut appraisal risk with new underwriting program | ||
| 4/30/2026 11:10 AM | ||
| The new program is designed to reduce closing delays by identifying and validating low-risk appraisals earlier in the process...Read More | ||
| Subprime veteran Keri Findley builds MSR and HEI bet | ||
| 4/30/2026 10:48 AM | ||
| Subprime mortgage expert Keri Findley has opened her residential real estate financing opportunities fund to outside investors seeking exposure to mortgage servicing rights and home equity loans...Read More | ||
| MIBOR BLC integrates buyer demand into MLS platform | ||
| 4/30/2026 10:39 AM | ||
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| William Raveis rolls out Raveis365+ tech stack built on Cloze AI for 4,500 agents | ||
| 4/30/2026 10:36 AM | ||
| William Raveis launches Raveis365+ with Cloze AI, adding relationship intelligence and workflow automation for more than 4,500 agents...Read More | ||
| Trust & Will CEO: Housing pros should prep for ‘historic’ wealth transfer wave | ||
| 4/30/2026 10:30 AM | ||
| Cody Barbo says a $124T wealth transfer tied to housing will test lender retention, and estate planning can help them keep relationships with heirs...Read More | ||
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| Spokane Colleges Foundation recognizes Journal publisher | ||
| 4/23/2026 1:49 PM | ||
| The Spokane Colleges Foundation has named Paul Read, publisher of the Spokane Journal of Business and Tri-Cities Area Journal of Business, as the 2026 Distinguished Alumni of the Year. Read More |
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| INW companies raise $11M in funding since January | ||
| 4/23/2026 2:00 AM | ||
| A handful of companies across Eastern Washington and North Idaho have raised millions of dollars in recent months, with the majority of funding falling outside the traditional angel- or venture-backed technology, health care, and consumer industries... Read More |
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| Barker Logistics Center adds to Valley footprint | ||
| 4/23/2026 2:00 AM | ||
| An 87,000-square-foot industrial multitenant warehouse building is under construction at Spokane Valley-based Crown West Realty’s Barker Logistics Center project in Spokane Valley.Read More | ||
| Premera, MultiCare contract dispute raises concerns | ||
| 4/23/2026 2:00 AM | ||
| A contract dispute between Premera Blue Cross and MultiCare Health System is putting thousands of Spokane-area workers and employers at risk of higher health care costs, or potential disruptions in care if the two sides fail to reach an agreement by the end of May.Read More | ||
| Spokane Valley benefits broker joins adviser network | ||
| 4/23/2026 2:00 AM | ||
| Packard Wheeler Succession, an employee benefits and wealth planning team of Northwestern Mutual representatives based in Spokane Valley, has joined Cleveland-based Benefit Advisors Network as an independent member. Read More |
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| LaunchNW grant supports student job exploration | ||
| 4/23/2026 2:00 AM | ||
| Workforce development nonprofit Slingshot is leveraging a $120,000 grant from Spokane-based Innovia Foundation’s LaunchNW initiative to help connect Spokane County students to businesses. Read More |
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| Garland Resale Boutique moves next door | ||
| 4/23/2026 2:00 AM | ||
| Garland Resale Boutique has moved just a few doors down from where it first opened its doors in the summer of 2019.Read More | ||
| Safariland LLC buys Alien Gear for $10.3M | ||
| 4/23/2026 2:00 AM | ||
| Post Falls-based firearm holster manufacturer Alien Gear Holsters, a trade name and brand of Tedder Industries LLC, has been purchased by Safariland LLC, of Delaware, for $10.3 million following a court-approved bankruptcy auction, according to filings with the U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the Southern District of Texas... Read More |
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| Saltese Creek development plans change in scope | ||
| 4/23/2026 2:00 AM | ||
| The city of Spokane Valley has issued commercial building permits for a six-building, $18.7 million multifamily development located south of Saltese Creek, permit information shows. .. Read More |
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| State expands property tax relief program | ||
| 4/23/2026 2:00 AM | ||
| A newly expanded Washington property tax relief program is expected to lower tax bills for the households of more than 10,000 Spokane County seniors and people with disabilities, with thousands more newly eligible individuals expected to enroll.Read More | ||