Property Valuation
In South Carolina, what is 'highest and best use — as though vacant' analysis?
AThe use with the highest rental rate when the property is vacant
BThe legally permissible, physically possible, financially feasible, and maximally productive use of the land assuming it is vacant and available for development✓ Correct
CThe analysis of a property that is currently vacant
DThe best use of the property only when vacant
Explanation
Highest and best use as though vacant analyzes what legal, physical, financially feasible, and maximally productive use the site could support if vacant. This provides the basis for land value and helps evaluate whether existing improvements contribute to or detract from that value.
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Capitalization Rate (Cap Rate)
A rate used to estimate the value of income-producing property, calculated as Net Operating Income divided by property value.
DepreciationA reduction in the value of an improvement (building) over time due to physical deterioration, functional obsolescence, or external factors.
Fiduciary DutyThe highest legal duty an agent owes to a principal — requiring the agent to act in the principal's best interest above all others.
AppraisalA professional estimate of a property's market value prepared by a licensed or certified appraiser.
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