Real Estate Appraisals by Allen Ottoson 

Real Estate Appraisal Services in Los Angeles, Orange, San Bernardino, and Riverside Counties.

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  • Market Value Appraisals

  • Estate Appraisals

  • Date of Death Appraisals

  • Retrospective Appraisals

  • Probate Appraisals

  • Appraisals for Tax Purposes

  • Pre-Listing Appraisals

  • Rental Surveys

  • (PMI Removal, FSBO)

"If you need a professional home appraisal, please contact me today for a consultation."

Allen Ottoson

Allen Ottoson is a State Certified Residential Appraiser and Licensed Real Estate Broker who provides accurate, reliable home appraisals in Diamond Bar and nearby areas of Los Angeles, Orange, San Bernardino, and Riverside counties.

Over 30 years of experience delivering high‑quality real estate appraisals with a strong record of accuracy, compliance, and client satisfaction. Degree in Finance, Real Estate, and Law from Cal Poly Pomona.

Extensive background working with major financial institutions, including over 15 years of appraisal work with U.S. Bank, consistently meeting their standards for reliability, communication, and turn‑time performance.

Frequently Asked Appraisal Questions

  • An appraisal for an average home usually costs $550

    Like any service, appraisal fees are directly related to the amount of time the appraiser spends in providing the service.

    The amount of development time may vary from one assignment to another even though the reports for different assignments may look similar.

    While an appraisal assignment involves both the development and reporting of assignment results, the client sees only the appraisal report.

  • Generally, a standard residential appraisal can take anywhere from 2-4 days

    The duration of a residential appraisal can vary depending on several factors, including the complexity of the property and the availability of necessary information. . However, more complex properties or unique circumstances may require additional time.

  • Typically, residential appraisals are considered valid for a period of three to six months.

    However, it's important to note if there have been significant changes in the market or the property itself.

  • Yes, home appraisers do go inside the house.

    During the appraisal process. They examine the interior, record dimensions, amenities, and overall condition, and take photos of every room, however during the COVID-19 pandemic when traditional appraisals were harder to complete. Since then, it has become a practical and widely accepted option in the real estate industry.

    While drive-by appraisals provide a quick and cost-effective way to estimate a home’s value, they are not designed to replace traditional appraisals entirely. Instead, they are best suited for low-risk situations like refinancing or home equity loans.

  • What is an Appraisal?

    A home appraisal is essentially a valuation of your property conducted by a certified or licensed appraiser, who is engaged by the client during the process of purchasing, refinancing a home, or settling an estate.

  • The Appraisal Process

    Tell us a little about what you need, and we'll respond quickly with our price and estimated turnaround time.

  • Why Do You Need an Appraisal?

    We offer a wide variety of services, all tailored to property appraisals. Each appraisal is conducted with meticulous attention to detail, adhering to industry standards and regulations.

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