Residential Appraisals in Southeast Wisconsin. 38 Years of Local Knowledge.
FHA-approved appraiser serving 9 counties. When the number has to be right, experience is not optional.
Request an AppraisalBrian Butcher has appraised homes across Southeast Wisconsin since 1988. From Grafton colonials to Mequon lakefronts, from starter homes in West Bend to estates in Cedarburg, he has valued properties through every market cycle this region has seen. His reports are accepted by lenders, attorneys, and courts throughout the state.
Appraisal Services
Residential Appraisals
Full USPAP-compliant residential appraisals for purchase, refinance, and private use. Brian inspects the property, researches comparable sales, and delivers a detailed report that lenders and courts can rely on.
FHA Appraisals
As an FHA-approved appraiser, Brian meets the additional requirements the Federal Housing Administration sets for property condition and valuation. If your loan requires an FHA appraisal, he is on the HUD roster.
Estate Settlements
When a property needs to be valued for probate, trust administration, or tax purposes, Brian provides date-of-death valuations and retrospective appraisals that satisfy IRS and court requirements.
Pre-Listing Appraisals
Know what your home is worth before you talk to a realtor. A pre-listing appraisal gives you an independent, unbiased valuation so you can price your home with confidence and negotiate from a position of knowledge.
years appraising residential properties in Southeast Wisconsin. Through every market cycle, zoning change, and neighborhood shift since 1988.
Service Area
Covering 9 counties across Southeast Wisconsin
What Clients Say
"Brian appraised our home in Cedarburg before we listed it. His number was fair, well-supported, and the report held up through the entire negotiation. We knew exactly where we stood."
Dave R., Homeowner, Cedarburg
"We use Brian for FHA appraisals across Ozaukee and Washington counties. His turnaround is consistent, his reports are thorough, and we have never had one kicked back by underwriting."
Lisa M., Loan Officer, West Bend
"In a contested divorce proceeding, Brian's appraisal was the one both attorneys agreed to rely on. His experience and professionalism made a difficult process much simpler."
Karen T., Family Law Paralegal, Mequon
Common Questions
A Zestimate is an algorithm that pulls MLS data. It cannot walk through your finished basement, see your new roof, or know that your street sits in a preferred school district. A licensed appraisal is a legally defensible document accepted by lenders, courts, and the IRS.
Most residential appraisals are completed within 7 to 10 business days from the date of the property inspection. If you have a closing deadline, call to discuss scheduling.
Yes. Brian is on the HUD roster as an FHA-approved appraiser and meets all Federal Housing Administration requirements for property condition reporting and valuation.
Brian serves 9 Southeast Wisconsin counties: Ozaukee, Washington, Milwaukee, Waukesha, Sheboygan, Fond du Lac, Dodge, Jefferson, and Racine.
Fees vary by property type, complexity, and location. Call 262-375-7278 for a quote. Most standard residential appraisals fall within a predictable range, and Brian will give you a firm fee before any work begins.
A pre-listing appraisal gives you an independent property valuation before you put your home on the market. It helps you set a realistic asking price and avoid the guesswork of relying solely on a realtor's comparative market analysis.
Yes. Brian provides appraisals for divorce settlements, estate settlements, trust administration, and tax appeals. His reports are prepared to withstand legal scrutiny and are regularly accepted by courts in Southeast Wisconsin.
Need an Appraisal? Call Brian Directly.
Most residential appraisals in the service area are completed within 7 to 10 business days. For questions about your specific situation, call for a free consultation.
262-375-7278