Home Appraisal

An overview of the "escape clause" contingency for VA home loans that allow borrowers to back out of the deal in a low appraisal situation.'

People tend to have many questions about the home appraisal process in Washington, and we've addressed some of them in the past. In this article, we'll review the average cost of an appraisal in Washington, factors influencing the cost, and scenarios where an appraisal might either be required or warranted.'

​​If you're going to use a mortgage loan to buy a home in the state of Washington, you'll probably experience the home appraisal process firsthand. In this article, we will explain the interconnected relationship between home appraisals, comparable sales, and market values. More importantly, you'll learn how these things can influence the amount of money you're able to borrow when buying a home.'

In this article, we will explore how home appraisals affect mortgage loan approval in WA State, and what a buyer can do to help keep the process on track.'

Unless you’re paying cash, a home appraisal is a must. The results of the appraisal can impact whether or not you’re able to move forward with your home purchase. Here’s what you need to know about the dreaded appraisal gap.'

You already know that in order to get a mortgage, you’ll have to get an appraisal, which is a written opinion of the property’s value. But what if it comes in too low? This article will go over what happens…'