Property Valuation

What is 'regression to the mean' in real estate valuation and how does it apply to Idaho properties?

AA statistical method to average comparable sale prices
BThe tendency of property values to move toward neighborhood averages — an overimproved property loses value relative to cost, and an underimproved property is pulled upward✓ Correct
CA method of predicting future price trends
DA mathematical formula for calculating depreciation

Explanation

Regression to the mean is related to the principle of progression and regression. An overimproved property (a $600,000 home in a $350,000 neighborhood) tends to be dragged down in value toward neighborhood norms.

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