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When to Apply Extraordinary and Hypothetical Assumptions

Boston Appraisal

The appraiser must also provide an explanation of how he arrived at the value, as well as any assumptions and adjustments made. In cases like this, the appraiser has to make assumptions about information that cannot be physically verified or collected firsthand. This is of course how a typical appraisal report is generated.

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Appraisers: How and Why To Check Carbon Monoxide Detectors

Appraisal Today

Excerpts: For decades, appraisers have been gently reminded to pay careful attention to smoke alarms and carbon monoxide (CO) detectors—especially noting when they are absent altogether. Read this article on how to check CO detectors. You may save someone’s life!! by Kendra Budd, Associate Editor, WorkingRE. CO Detector vs Smoke Alarm.

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6 Tips for Appraising New Construction Homes

McKissock

When appraising new construction homes, you must take into consideration certain features and attributes that don’t necessarily apply to re-sales. New construction is treated a little differently by lenders, FHA, and the GSEs. It requires more work, so you want to be sure that you are charging for your effort.