Learning Objectives

– Describe the basis of the direct comparison approach of appraisal

– Define and discuss the terms “recent” and “similar” in the context of appraisal

– Explain the effect on value of different building and lot characteristics, and conditions of the sale

– Explain how and why adjustments are made to comparable properties

– Apply the comparative approach of appraisal using the rating grid

– Give examples of properties the comparative approach is most useful in appraising

– Discuss the limitations of the comparative approach of appraisal

– Describe how the cost approach of appraisal estimates value

– Illustrate where cost does, and does not, equal market value

– Explain how the cost of constructing improvements are represented and estimated

– Discuss the different categories of depreciation and provide examples of each

– Apply the cost approach of appraisal

– Give examples of properties the cost approach is most useful in appraising

– Discuss the limitations of the cost approach of appraisal