Cornerstone Valuation Services

03/05/2026

The time has come to turn off the computer, put away the tablet and end this appraisal practice and retire. Effective immediately I will no longer accept new assignments. Wendy

11/04/2024

It seems Google thinks we're closed. Oh Google ....

09/06/2024

Real estate tax bills in Maine can be eye openers this year. The mill rate may decrease but assessed values may have risen 15% -35%.. Check the assessing records to determine if the facts about your property are correct. It is important to recognize assessed value is not the same as market value however a market value appraisal may inform your decision to pursue abatement.

06/13/2023

I have always enjoyed unususal assignments . Odd properties can be the most interesting valuation problems. If you are in need appraisal services for something a lttle different reach out.

04/06/2021

Anyone trying to connect with Kornerstone Associates the number is 207-754-1054 If your property is in the Augusta Area or outside of York County Me and you have a messaage from "Cornerstone Asssociates' You probably need Kornerstone Associates. We understand how confusing this can be and provide this information to help aliveate frustration.

09/11/2019

We need to pay attention and apply common sense.

Agencies are considering elevating the price threshold.

04/24/2018

Perspective

The Appraisal Foundation is pleased with the Appraisal Subcommittee’s decision today to deny TriStar Bank’s request for a temporary waiver of Title XI appraiser requirements.

The Foundation previously commented on this issue on March 16. You can read our full letter here: https://appraisalfoundation.sharefile.com/share/view/s1779a12eec245549

01/21/2016

Taxpayers, take note


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09/18/2015

Office phone mystery has been solved. TWC replaced the modem last week but calls were still trying to go the TWC VM which we don't use. Today the mystery is solved. TWC broke the hunt line connection for some areas so calls were not rolling to the secondary line for VM.

02/13/2015

Hindsight .. It's not all bad, but does the good out weight the bad?

The Harvard Kennedy School of Business looked at Dodd-Frank and found that the cure sold by the snake oil salesmen — both in political office and the corner offices —was worse than the initial ailment.

03/14/2014

In today's increasingly competitive real estate market, understanding the appraisal process cannot be overstated. Although appraisals are one of the most important parts of the home buying process, they are often one of the most misunderstood....