How can I help the appraiser?

Once you have selected an appraiser, be prepared to answer the following questions or have as much information as possible.

• Purpose of the appraisal.
• The required completion date of the appraisal.
• Provide a copy of deed, survey, purchase agreement or other pertinent papers pertaining to the property.
• Is there a mortgage? If so, with whom, when placed, for how much, type of mortgage [FHA, VA etc.], interest rate, and any other types of financing.
• Copy of current real estate tax bill, statement of special assessments, balance owing and on what [sewer, water, etc.].
• Is property listed for sale and if so, for how much and with whom.
• What personal property is included.
• If this is an income­producing property, you must have a breakdown of income and expenses for the last year or two and a copy of leases.