Property ValuationIntermediateAlaska Exam

The 'market value' definition used in federally related transactions in Alaska requires that the transaction be:

AMade under distressed conditions to reflect the true market, according to common practice
BAn arm's-length transaction with both parties acting prudently and in their own interestCorrect
CCompleted within 30 days of listing
DA cash transaction with no financing

Why An arm's-length transaction with both parties acting prudently and in their own interest Is Correct

Answer B: An arm's-length transaction with both parties acting prudently and in their own interest

Market value requires an arm's-length transaction between a willing buyer and willing seller, both having reasonable knowledge of the facts, neither being under compulsion to buy or sell, and both acting in their own best interest. Non-arm's-length transactions (foreclosures, family sales) are not typically market value transactions.

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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