Neighborhood Research & "Comp Checks":
Tucson Appraisals would be more than happy to direct you to utilize an AVM (Automated Valuation Model)
to gain a better understaind of value for your clients property, but we do not engage in comp checks, or
value checks, and can't give an opinion of value or value range for a subject property
without doing a full appraisal. Two free options for AVM's are from www.eppraisal.com or www.zillow.com.
"Comp checks" are commonly abused as a telemarking tool, that enables a person to call various Appraisers
until a certain value can be promised. This tactic was and still is common. In most cases, most do not realize that
these "comp checks" are being used to pressure appraisers for value. This promise is known as giving a predetermined value.
Giving a predetermined value is strictly prohibed by the authorities and will not be given by anyone at Tucson Appraisals.
"Comp checks" are legal only if the client requests solds with a (specific) given criteria. When a client asks for the
Appraisers opinion about the sales results of the search, is an opinion which would not be credible without going through
the entire appraisal process and is also prohibited.
We would be more than happy to research neighborhood sales data using an Automated Valuation Model,
So login in now, and order yours.
Login and order your AVM now.
eAppraiseit VS Pamela Crowly:
Pamela Crowly is being persecuted (sued) by EAppraiseit for speaking out against them for pressuring appraisers for higher values. The outcome of this court case COULD ultimately define the way business is conducted in the Apprpaisal business. We encourage everyone to support quality appraisal in this country by donating for her defense fund. Even the smallest donations are appreciated!! DONATE NOW!