Property Valuation

A 'desk review' appraisal is:

AAn appraisal conducted at the appraiser's desk without visiting the property
BA technical review of an appraisal report for completeness, accuracy, and consistency without additional research✓ Correct
CAn appraisal performed exclusively for tax purposes
DA preliminary value estimate used in purchase negotiations

Explanation

A desk review is a USPAP Standard 3 review appraisal conducted entirely from the office—reviewing the appraisal report, checking calculations, and assessing consistency and completeness—without independently verifying market data or visiting the property.

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