Property ValuationIntermediateAlaska Exam

In Alaska, a 'development approach' (also called 'developer's profit' analysis) to land valuation is used primarily when:

AValuing agricultural land in the Matanuska-Susitna Valley, though specifics can vary by situation
BNo comparable vacant land sales exist and land must be valued through its development potentialCorrect
CThe appraiser needs a quick estimate of land value
DThe property is located in an unorganized borough

Why No comparable vacant land sales exist and land must be valued through its development potential Is Correct

Answer B: No comparable vacant land sales exist and land must be valued through its development potential

The development approach (similar to subdivision analysis) is used when comparable vacant land sales are unavailable. It analyzes the land's development potential by projecting the revenue from developed lots/units, deducting all development costs and profit, and discounting to present value to estimate current land value.

Exam Tip: Property Valuation

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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