What You Need to Know About Field Reviews for Residential Properties

A field review is a type of appraisal review that involves an inspection of the property by a qualified appraiser. A field review is usually ordered by lenders, investors, or regulators who want to verify the accuracy and quality of an original appraisal report. A field review can also be requested by homeowners who want to challenge an appraisal that they think is too low or too high. 

A field review can help you ensure that your property is valued fairly and accurately, and that the original appraiser followed the appropriate standards and guidelines. A field review can also help you identify any errors, omissions, or discrepancies in the original appraisal report that could affect your loan approval, interest rate, or property taxes. 

If you need a field review for your residential property, you should hire a reputable and experienced appraisal company that specializes in residential appraisal and valuation services. We are Residential Appraisal and Valuation Services (RAVS), one of the leading providers of field reviews in the Boston area. We have a team of certified and licensed appraisers who have extensive knowledge and experience in conducting field reviews for various types of residential properties, including single-family homes, condos, townhouses, multi-family units, and more.

We offer fast, reliable, and affordable field review services for any purpose, whether you need it for lending, investing, refinancing, tax appeal, divorce settlement, estate planning, or any other reason. We can perform different levels of field reviews depending on your needs and preferences, such as:

  • Desk review: A basic review of the original appraisal report without visiting the property.
  • Drive-by review: A review of the original appraisal report with a drive-by inspection of the property’s exterior.
  • Full review: A comprehensive review of the original appraisal report with a full inspection of the property’s interior and exterior.

We can also provide you with a detailed and professional field review report that summarizes our findings and conclusions, and includes any adjustments or corrections to the original appraisal value. We can deliver your field review report within 24 to 48 hours after completing the inspection.

If you want to get a field review for your residential property, you can contact us today by visiting our website at www.residentialavs.com or calling us at +1617-910-3700. We will be happy to answer any questions you may have and provide you with a free quote for your field review service.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

An appraisal is an opinion of value based on a thorough analysis of the property’s characteristics, condition, market trends, and comparable sales. A field review is an evaluation of an existing appraisal report based on a verification of the property’s features, quality, and accuracy.

You may need a field review for various reasons, such as:

  • To comply with the requirements of your lender, investor, or regulator.
  • To verify that the original appraiser followed the industry standards and best practices.
  • To check for any errors, omissions, or inconsistencies in the original appraisal report.
  • To challenge an appraisal that you think is too low or too high.
  • To protect your interests and rights as a borrower, seller, buyer, or homeowner.

The cost of a field review depends on several factors, such as:

  • The level of review you need (desk, drive-by, or full).
  • The size, type, location, and complexity of the property.
  • The availability and quality of data and information.
  • The turnaround time and delivery method.

We offer competitive and reasonable prices for our field review services. You can contact us for a free quote by visiting our website at www.residentialavs.com or calling us at +1617-910-3700.

The time it takes to complete a field review depends on the level of review you need and the availability of the appraiser. Generally speaking,

  • A desk review can take from a few hours to a day.
  • A drive-by review can take from a day to two days.
  • A full review can take from two days to four days.

We strive to deliver your field review report as soon as possible. We can usually provide you with your report within 24 to 48 hours after completing the inspection.

Ordering a field review from us is easy and convenient. You can simply follow these steps:

  • Visit our website at www.residentialavs.com and fill out our online order form.
  • Call us at +1617-910-3700 and speak to one of our friendly and helpful staff members.
  • Email us at info@residentialavs.com and provide us with your contact information and property details.

We will then assign your field review to one of our qualified and experienced appraisers, who will contact you to schedule the inspection and confirm the scope of work. We will also keep you updated on the progress and status of your field review until you receive your report.

We would love to work with you.

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