Tuesday 15 October 2013

How to differentiate appraisal and inspection

 When buying a home it is advised to not only have an appraisal, but also an inspection of the home by a certified inspector. An inspector will inspect all areas of the home for damage and note any problems, such as electrical problems, faulty roof, termite damage, or any other problem a house may have. An appraiser performs an overview of a home and makes note of obvious deficiencies in a home but does not inspect every part of the home for problems.Be advised, not to confuse the term Home inspection with the term Appraisal Inspection. They have two different meanings.

There are two separate charges for a home inspection and for an appraisal report. The lender will generally require you to have an appraisal done on the property to determine the value and general condition of the property. The home inspection is up to you though to decide if you would like to have one or not. A home inspection by a certified home inspector is highly recommended to make sure the house is up to date and note and deficiencies and possible trouble areas.


A Uniform Residential Appraisal Report will usually contain a disclaimer from the appraiser saying that they are not performing in the capacity of a home inspector and that their training and expertise is not in evaluating the fitness and serviceability of specific components of the home. If you property is located where termite is common, ask the inspector to conduct the termite inspection while he is doing the regular home inspection. Some BC lender will ask the borrower to provide the termite inspection as well. If you have any concerns about the condition of a property consult with your Realtor prior to submitting an offer. In some cases you can submit an offer contingent on a satisfactory home inspection, or make the seller of the property agree to pay for up to $X based on the inspectors findings.

Home Appraisal

According to the Appraisal Institute, the role of the home appraiser is to "provide a professional opinion, usually an estimate of market value, to be used in making real estate decisions." Typically, appraisers are employed by lenders to estimate the value of real estate involved in a loan transaction. An appraiser hired by a lender works in the best interest of their client, the lender.

Home Inspection

A home inspection is an objective visual examination of the physical structure and systems of a house. Home inspectors are usually employed by the prospective home buyer. A home inspector hired by a buyer works in the best interest of their client, the home buyer. An appraisal is not a home inspection and a home inspection is not an appraisal. Keep in mind that the approval / acceptance of a home by a lender is not an endorsement of the home's physical condition.  http://rhnws.com.au/

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