Can You Negotiate The Appraised Value?
The thrill of negotiating or bargaining a sales price appeals to many of us. Once, on a vacation with my family in Barbados, we spent time bargaining with local salesmen on antiques. This was, of course, a big part of the fun. When it comes to appraisals, I've heard people ask if there is any room for negotiating, as in when a home sells and the seller and buyer negotiate certain terms. The short answer is not really, but here are some options for the longer answer: If the home buyer and seller agree on a price, can the appraiser appraise it lower or higher
