How can I pay for it?

The process does vary slightly between appraisers. The most common method of payment is a credit card payment online through... View Article

How can I prepare for the appraisal?

The best way to prepare for an appraisal is to treat the appointment as if you were preparing for an... View Article

How do we get an appraisal?

Spectrum will order the appraisal, and then the appraiser will contact you to collect payment and to schedule an appointment.... View Article

Who conducts the appraisal?

A licensed appraiser, and in most cases, an appraiser that is on the lender’s approved list of appraisers. Not every... View Article

Can I have a copy of the appraisal?

Appraisals are made for very specific requests and for specific recipients, and as a result must specify their purposes and... View Article

When do I need the appraisal?

With very specific exceptions to the rule, the appraisal report needs to be received, reviewed, and approved by the lender... View Article

What do lenders look for in appraisals?

Lenders make their lending decisions based on information contained in the appraisal report, such as interior and exterior photographs, market... View Article

Why do I need an appraisal?

An appraisal report is the most common requirement that lenders stipulate, that must be fulfilled to fund your mortgage.

What is an appraisal?

An appraisal is a report prepared by a licensed appraiser. For our purposes, these reports specifically aim to establish a... View Article