Property ValuationIntermediateAlaska Exam

A 'drive-by' or exterior-only appraisal in Alaska is formally known as a:

AFull URAR appraisal
BLimited scope appraisal (2055 or exterior-only form)Correct
CDesktop appraisal
DBroker price opinion, subject to the usual exceptions

Why Limited scope appraisal (2055 or exterior-only form) Is Correct

Answer B: Limited scope appraisal (2055 or exterior-only form)

An exterior-only (drive-by) appraisal, typically performed on FNMA Form 2055, involves inspecting only the exterior of the property and relying more heavily on public records and third-party data.

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Valuation questions focus on the three approaches to value: sales comparison, cost, and income. Know which approach is best for which property type. The income approach uses cap rate and NOI — memorize these formulas.

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