Do not use this company if you need a fair appraisal... We got an appraisal in order to terminate a…read moretenant in common situation. We got a fair appraisal to start with and one of the parties was able to have Ted amend it lower in favor of one party... Very unfair. Find somebody else that's actually biased.

Ted is the ultimate professional and very familiar with the microeconomic and macroeconomic…read morenuances of the real estate market in the Bay Area. Ted was prompt, thorough and really listened to all of the questions, clarifications we had as it relates to the property. We also needed kind of a dual perspective in our situation- one track purpose's based on certain dates and then one for current values. Thank you so much We've all owned homes and sold homes but a great Appraiser is the first important step to kick off the whole process. Thank you so much, Ted for making things quick and easy! Look forward to the next time.

Pacific Appraisers did an outstanding job establishing the value of a residential property that I…read morehave in Santa Cruz. Their charges were very reasonable and I was able to get the appraisal scheduled quickly and they turned around the valuation report just a day later. Both Shain Holden and Brett Marshall were a pleasure to work with and provided meaningful market analysis. I wouldn't hesitate to work with them again and would highly recommend Pacific Appraisers to others.

This is probably the best AMC in the mortgage industry. They answer the phone, respond quickly to…read moreemails and get the job done. Don't waste your time going with another appraisal company.

blah blah blah... "will call you back to reschedule" after cancelling the day of our meeting…read more whatever. There are plenty of realtors interested in selling homes in this valley. Some silly reviews made me believe that was this company. Stop being flakey. It's annoying.

Carole Schwarzbach is our property manager and she does a sensational job for us. I would reccomend…read moreher to anybody needing a manager in the area.

All responses and site visits have been professional and thorough. Rick and Jo's years of…read moreexperience are very apparent in every encounter. I can't recommend Cal Weat Appraisal enough!

I needed a date of death appraisal. I first hired an appraiser from San Jose who was obviously…read moreunfamiliar with the Santa Cruz real estate market. I then switched over to Cal West Appraisal Services. They were easy to work with, showed up on time and did a very thorough job. I have recommended them to the estate planning attorney who we are using for administering the estate. We will also let our real estate agent friends know about their services.

After rebuilding my home, I disagreed with the valuation on the supplemental assessment the county…read moreprovided. Turns out Vicki not only has experience handling disputes with the county, she has family members who worked for the county assessor's office (so she knows how things work). Vicki was prepared to provide an appraisal quickly and affordably, but after reviewing my situation she advised that while the county's assessment was sloppily done, the impact on my tax bill (what I ultimately cared about) was unlikely to improve (for reasons too complex to go into here). I was grateful and impressed with Vicki's knowledge, efficiency, and honesty. She could easily have convinced me to pursue and appraisal, but advised me not to. Now I can rest easy that my tax bills are fair, which I consider a win.

I enjoyed working with Vicki, though we never met in person--all our communications were by email…read moreand phone. However, this worked extremely well! The appraisal document is a thing of beauty--well organized with good photos, along with all the necessary maps and background information to support the valuation. Almost more important than my opinion is my CPA's opinion--she loved it! I would recommend Jacobson Appraisal Company to anyone who asks

Steve V was responsive and able to support a quick turnaround on an urgent home appraisal…read more The appraisal was thorough (46pg!), accurate (nice to see the layout details captured as it would surprise you the number of other people who miss them), and offered many details and supporting information to make a clear argument for the value of the home. While we're clearly not professional appraisers, the appraised value was spot on to where we expected based on our knowledge of the market...and we even learned a number of things about our property / local market based on the report. We highly recommend Steve V @ ABBA Appraisals as it is unclear to us what else we could expect as the appraisal exceeded the detail of other reports we've read.

Steve is very professional. He did the best appraisal for our house than anyone else did for any of…read moreour houses in the past. We were able to use his appraisal for another important purpose. He provided the most professional support and completely fulfilled our request.

Honestly couldn't have asked for an easier appraisal process. Robert was incredible to work with…read more Super responsive, straightforward, and no surprises along the way. The report was detailed and easy to understand. If you're looking for an appraisal, this is a solid choice!

We were in need of a real estate appraisal as we were contemplating potential refinancing options…read moreand it had been awhile since our last appraisal. I contacted Robert as he had expertise in our area and it was an awesome experience. Communication was great, he quoted me a solid price after I provided him the property info. He was prompt and he delivered the appraisal within the time frame he quoted me. I also had a few follow up questions that he immediately answered. Would not hesitate to reach out to him again.

We hired Mr Welcher to appraise our home in Santa Cruz. He was straightforward, thorough, and…read morefriendly--a pleasure to work with. Highly recommend!

From the owner: I am a Certified Residential Real Estate Appraiser with over 25 years of experience on the Central…read moreCoast specializing in artisanal hands on valuations of residential (up to four units) properties! Email me at kwelcher@cruzio.com.

Erik provided prompt and professional appraisal service. I founded him on Yelp and called the…read morenumber listed. I needed an appraisal done ASAP and Erik was able to come out the next day, and have the appraisal report completed in 3 days. The quality of the appraisal report was top notch. Would highly recommend him.

From the owner: A highly experienced Certified Real Estate Appraiser specializing in divorce and estate valuations,…read moreproviding expert, impartial property appraisals for equitable settlements. With over two decades in the appraisal industry, I am proficient in assessing diverse property types, applying industry best practices, and delivering comprehensive reports that withstand legal scrutiny. Known for a meticulous approach and strong analytical skills, I ensure valuations are fair, accurate, and aligned with current market trends. My commitment to clear communication and confidentiality supports attorneys, trustees, and clients in achieving informed decisions in complex situations, including high-stakes divorce and estate proceedings.

Thomas and his family business put a great deal of time, care, creativity, and heart into helping…read moreme restore a very meaningful piece of jewelry (my wedding set), and I'm incredibly grateful for the final outcome. I originally came in hoping to redesign the set (as it was damaged), but after exploring several options, I realized a full redesign wasn't financially realistic for me at this time. Rather than pushing me toward something outside my budget, Thomas worked with me to find a solution that honored both the sentimental value of my original ring and what I could realistically afford. He repaired my original setting, replaced my stone with a beautiful lab-grown opal, and helped me creatively use inherited family jewelry toward the project. The end result feels deeply personal and absolutely beautiful -- I now have my wedding set back in a way that feels meaningful, unique, and affordable. What really stood out to me was how much personal attention Thomas gave throughout the process. He took time to walk through options, answer questions, and genuinely get to know me and what I was looking for. He's warm, funny, easy to talk to, and the experience felt very much like working with an old-school local family business that truly values relationships with their customers. If you're looking for a jeweler who will take the time to work with you, think creatively, and help you find something that fits both your vision and your budget, I'd absolutely recommend stopping in to Scotts Valley Jewelers!

Very amazing customer service. Ulisses was great, he was very knowledgeable about products and was…read moreshowing me pieces with amazing prices. Kris was able to thoroughly explain to me what work needed to be done on my watches and the time frame. She followed up nicely and even helped me get a new band for my beat up watch. Even after all the great things, Thomas was able to show me some new pieces and I even purchased a new watch. Small team but mighty !!!! Amazing work all three of you.