Property ValuationIntermediateAlaska Exam

Under USPAP, an appraisal report for a residential property used in connection with a federally related transaction must be prepared by:

AA licensed real estate broker who has completed appraisal training
BA state-licensed or state-certified appraiserCorrect
CAny licensed real estate professional
DAn appraiser approved by the individual lender only

Why A state-licensed or state-certified appraiser Is Correct

Answer B: A state-licensed or state-certified appraiser

Federal law (FIRREA and the Appraisal Act) requires that appraisals for federally related transactions be performed by state-licensed or state-certified appraisers who meet the competency requirements for the type of property being appraised. Unlicensed individuals and real estate licensees (without appraiser licenses) may not perform such appraisals.

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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