Property Valuation
In Alaska, a 'desk review' of an appraisal is typically requested by lenders to:
AVerify that the appraiser visited the property
BCheck for completeness, accuracy, and consistency without conducting a new inspection✓ Correct
CProvide a second independent appraisal
DUpdate the appraisal with new market data
Explanation
A desk review involves a reviewing appraiser examining the original appraisal report for completeness, accuracy, proper methodology, and USPAP compliance — without physically inspecting the subject property. Lenders commonly use desk reviews as a quality control measure.
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