Property ValuationIntermediateDelaware Exam

What is the purpose of a 'drive-by appraisal' versus a full appraisal in Delaware?

AA drive-by appraisal involves an interior and exterior inspection while driving past is full
BA drive-by appraisal provides a limited exterior-only inspection at lower cost for lower-risk loans; a full appraisal includes interior inspectionCorrect
CA drive-by appraisal is used for commercial properties only
DDrive-by appraisals are prohibited in Delaware for residential loans

Why A drive-by appraisal provides a limited exterior-only inspection at lower cost for lower-risk loans; a full appraisal includes interior inspection Is Correct

Answer B: A drive-by appraisal provides a limited exterior-only inspection at lower cost for lower-risk loans; a full appraisal includes interior inspection

A drive-by (or exterior-only) appraisal involves the appraiser observing only the exterior of the property and using MLS data for the interior. It is used for lower-risk loan decisions.

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