Questions before you call
Can you appraise for a private decision?
Call to discuss the intended use, property and intended users. Assignment acceptance depends on scope and applicable requirements.
Can you meet a value I need?
No target value is promised. The opinion is developed independently from the assignment evidence.
Can I use the report for a mortgage?
Ask the lender about its ordering and acceptance requirements before engaging a private appraisal.
What is the effective date?
It is the date to which the value opinion applies. Confirm it when defining the assignment.
Will you visit the property?
The agreed scope determines whether a visit is required and what access is needed.
What records should I prepare?
Ask about prior plans, property information and other relevant records you are authorized to share.
How do you set the fee?
The fee reflects the assignment scope and complexity. It is not contingent on a requested value.
Can a report have more than one intended user?
Intended users and use are agreed as part of the assignment. Do not assume an existing report can be repurposed.
How do I get started?
Call or email with the property type, purpose and relevant deadline. Do not send sensitive financial documents initially.