Property Valuation

The 'principle of substitution' in real estate appraisal states that:

AA property's value is based on what it could earn in rent
BA buyer will not pay more for a property than the cost of acquiring an equally desirable substitute✓ Correct
CValue is determined by the cost to replace improvements
DProperties in the same neighborhood should have similar values

Explanation

The principle of substitution states that an informed buyer will pay no more for a property than the cost of acquiring an equally desirable substitute. This principle underlies all three approaches to value.

Related Tennessee Property Valuation Questions

Practice More Tennessee Real Estate Questions

1,500+ questions covering all exam topics. Start free — no signup required.

Take the Free Tennessee Quiz →