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An appraisal is a critical part of the homebuying process. If your home appraisal comes in lower than expected, it can cost you money and delay — or even derail — the entire transaction. Here we delve ...

A home appraisal is typically a required part of the mortgage application process, whether you’re buying a new home or refinancing. This is because the lender wants to make sure they can get their ...

Home appraisers have gotten an unusual amount of attention recently thanks to a surge in coverage about racial disparities in home valuations. There’s no simple explanation for how a property’s value ...

DALLAS — It's that time of year -- property appraisals are coming in for homeowners. And for some people, their new appraisal may not be what they were hoping for. The assessed value of your property ...

The Biden administration has established a task force to tackle the decades-old problem of home appraisals undervaluing properties in Black communities. The property appraisal and valuation equity ...

Get guidance from trusted mortgage experts. A lower-than-expected home appraisal can be disappointing, whether you’re purchasing a home or applying for a refinance. A home appraisal that comes in low ...