Property Valuation
A Texas appraiser completes a desk review of an appraisal report. A desk review involves:
AA physical inspection of the property
BReviewing the original appraisal for completeness, reasonableness, and compliance without a new inspection✓ Correct
CConducting a new appraisal with independent comparables
DInterviewing the original appraiser about their methodology
Explanation
A desk review (administrative review) involves a reviewer examining the original appraisal report at their desk without personally inspecting the property. The reviewer checks for completeness, adequacy of comparable sales, and overall reasonableness.
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