Property Valuation
What is 'matched pairs analysis' in real estate appraisal and why is it important?
AComparing two properties that are identical in all respects
BFinding two comparable sales that differ in only one feature to isolate and quantify the value of that feature✓ Correct
CMatching the subject property with its most similar comparable
DPairing an income approach with a cost approach for more accurate valuation
Explanation
Matched pairs analysis (paired sales analysis) is the technique appraisers use to extract market adjustments. By finding two sales nearly identical in all respects except one feature (e.
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