What Happens At The Bank When An Appraisal Request Is Made For A Loan?
You have found the home of your dreams, congratulations! The paper work has been obtained and you're hoping for a closing date soon. Your next step should be to get an appraisal in order to understand the true value of your new home, and to get a loan from the bank. So what happens when a bank requests an appraisal for a loan? The majority of real estate appraisals are requested by mortgage companies to determine the property's purchase price for a loan. The appraiser is your safety net against spending more on your home than it’s really worth. It’s also a safety