Property Valuation
Under USPAP Standard 1, an appraiser must identify the 'intended use' of an appraisal because:
AIt determines the appraisal fee
BThe intended use affects the scope of work and the type of appraisal report required✓ Correct
CIt sets the minimum value the appraiser may report
DIt limits who may challenge the appraiser's conclusion
Explanation
Under USPAP, the intended use (mortgage lending, estate planning, litigation support, etc.) helps define the scope of work — the research, analysis, and reporting needed to produce credible results for that use.
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Key Terms to Know
Appraisal
A professional estimate of a property's market value prepared by a licensed or certified appraiser.
Loan-to-Value Ratio (LTV)The ratio of a mortgage loan amount to the appraised value or purchase price of a property, expressed as a percentage.
Private Mortgage Insurance (PMI)Insurance required by lenders on conventional loans with less than 20% down payment, protecting the lender — not the borrower — against default.
Capitalization Rate (Cap Rate)A rate used to estimate the value of income-producing property, calculated as Net Operating Income divided by property value.
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