new construction

Ok, we had a client request an appraisal on 8 separate pre-construction floor plans (8 reports). I have done plenty of new construction appraisals, however this is for a new subdivision and the builder has not determined which floor plan is going on which site. So, the client is requesting the...

Hey all, I've been making myself dizzy trying to reconcile this, and looked through the earlier posts for an answer, with no luck. So, I'll just consult all of you appraisal wizards. I'm doing a refi appraisal for an executive home that just got its CO last week. There's only a small punch list...

I work in an fast growing urban area with lots of highrise development. Among other things, the form we send to the builder requests the following: Date of sale: Sale Price: Tax included (Y/N): Credits: Total Sale Price (after credits): What would be an example of a credit? On my form, this...

Kristen007New Member After a disappointing inspection on an existing home we are leaning towards new build for our VA Loan. In your experience would you recommend any of these builders. We love the Ryan homes community but not too sure on builder. We are leaning towards Timberlake and...

I have been reviewing threads on this site for quite a while and would like to say I had no idea how complex and challenging the appraisal world is! I am seeking advice on how I am handling a situation with appraisals on my new construction project. I am an architect and we are building a...

I am appraising a condo (FHA) that is newly built ( last 30 days). Condo neighborhood has about 15 houses that has sold mostly from from contract builds with the developer. In the last 5 months lumber costs have increased greatly from a year ago. From data I gathered from the developer and...

I am a reviewer for a federally insured bank. In this particular assignment, because there was new construction involved, we requested that the appraiser include the cost approach in his analysis. The appraiser argued that no one considers the cost approach anymore. It's not the first time...