Property Valuation

The 'principle of anticipation' in Virginia real estate appraisal means value is based on:

APast sales of the property
BThe present value of expected future benefits from owning the property✓ Correct
CThe cost to rebuild the improvements
DThe current assessed value

Explanation

The principle of anticipation holds that value reflects the present worth of expected future benefits (income, appreciation, use). This principle underlies the income capitalization approach.

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