An appraisal for a refinance is part of the underwriting process for a new loan. Appraisers look at various factors, including your home's location and its size, layout and improvements. Many lenders ...

You have your accepted contract in hand, a closing date, and many things to do before your loan is approved. One of these items is the appraisal, which if not everything works out properly can quash ...

A home appraisal involves an objective professional evaluating a home to determine its value. Home lenders commonly order appraisals during mortgage or refinance underwriting. Appraisers take many ...

From having to manage high volumes to finding innovative ways to appraise homes while maintaining distance, it’s no secret appraisers faced challenges during the beginning of the coronavirus pandemic.

You work hard for every dollar of equity, so the last thing you want is a home that quietly invites an appraiser to start ...