Property Valuation

When comparing properties, an appraiser notes that a comparable home sold 12 months ago. In a market experiencing 6% annual appreciation, the appraiser should make a:

ADownward adjustment to the comparable's sale price
BUpward time adjustment (market conditions adjustment) to bring the comparable to current value✓ Correct
CNo adjustment because appreciation is already built into the price
DDownward adjustment for neighborhood changes

Explanation

If a market has been appreciating, a comparable sale from 12 months ago needs a positive (upward) time adjustment to reflect current market conditions. A 6% annual appreciation rate means the comparable's price should be adjusted upward by approximately 6% to reflect what it would sell for today.

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