Let’s Talk About Appraisals

Published On: May 16, 2017|Categories: Real Estate|

Let's Talk About Appraisals

When you’re buying a home for sale in Valrico or a condo for sale in Belleair Beach, you’re going to have to deal with a real estate appraisal.

But what is an appraisal, and what does it mean for your home purchase?

What is an Appraisal?

An appraisal is a valuation of property under an authorized person’s estimation. In plain English, that means a qualified home appraiser will visit the home and let you know how much it’s actually worth on today’s market, with today’s dollars, and in the same condition it’s in today.

Appraisal: Low, On-Target, or High

A “low” appraisal is what happens when an appraiser determines that the home is worth less than its asking price.

Many appraisals are on-target; they may be off by a few hundred dollars (or even a few thousand), but they’re close enough to keep lenders happy.

A “high” appraisal is one that says the home is worth more than its asking price.

Why Are Appraisals Important in the Home-Buying Process?

A home’s appraised value is important in the home-buying process because lenders use it to determine how much money they’ll let a buyer borrow.

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