Property Valuation

The principle of substitution in real estate valuation states that:

AA buyer will pay more for a property if it is unique
BValue is set by what a buyer would pay for an equally desirable substitute property✓ Correct
CThe replacement cost sets the maximum value for all properties
DProperties in the same market always sell for the same price

Explanation

The principle of substitution holds that a rational buyer will not pay more for a property than the cost of acquiring an equally desirable substitute. This principle underlies the sales comparison and cost approaches.

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