Appraisal Deadline | §6

6. APPRAISAL PROVISIONS.

6.1. Appraisal Definition. An “Appraisal” is an opinion of value prepared by a licensed or certified appraiser, engaged on behalf of Buyer or Buyer’s lender, to determine the Property’s market value (Appraised Value). The Appraisal may also set forth certain lender requirements, replacements, removals or repairs necessary on or to the Property as a condition for the Property to be valued at the Appraised Value.

6.2. Appraised Value. The applicable appraisal provision set forth below applies to the respective loan type set forth in § 4.5.3., or if a cash transaction (i.e., no financing), § 6.2.1. applies.

6.2.1. Conventional/Other. Buyer has the right to obtain an Appraisal. If the Appraised Value is less than the Purchase Price, or if the Appraisal is not received by Buyer on or before Appraisal Deadline Buyer may, on or before Appraisal Objection Deadline:

6.2.1.1. Notice to Terminate. Notify Seller in writing, pursuant to § 24.1., that this Contract is terminated; or

6.2.1.2. Appraisal Objection. Deliver to Seller a written objection accompanied by either a copy of the Appraisal or written notice from lender that confirms the Appraised Value is less than the Purchase Price (Lender Verification).

6.2.1.3. Appraisal Resolution. If an Appraisal Objection is received by Seller, on or before Appraisal Objection Deadline and if Buyer and Seller have not agreed in writing to a settlement thereof on or before Appraisal Resolution Deadline, this Contract will terminate on the Appraisal Resolution Deadline, unless Seller receives Buyer’s written withdrawal of the Appraisal Objection before such termination, (i.e., on or before expiration of Appraisal Resolution Deadline).

6.2.2. FHA. It is expressly agreed that, notwithstanding any other provisions of this Contract, the purchaser (Buyer) shall not be obligated to complete the purchase of the Property described herein or to incur any penalty by forfeiture of Earnest Money deposits or otherwise unless the purchaser (Buyer) has been given, in accordance with HUD/FHA or VA requirements, a written statement issued by the Federal Housing Commissioner, Department of Veterans Affairs, or a Direct Endorsement lender, setting forth the appraised value of the Property of not less than $______________. The purchaser (Buyer) shall have the privilege and option of proceeding with the consummation of this Contract without regard to the amount of the appraised valuation. The appraised valuation is arrived at to determine the maximum mortgage the Department of Housing and Urban Development will insure. HUD does not warrant the value nor the condition of the Property. The purchaser (Buyer) should satisfy himself/herself/themselves that the price and condition of the Property are acceptable.

6.2.3. VA. It is expressly agreed that, notwithstanding any other provisions of this Contract, the purchaser (Buyer) shall not incur any penalty by forfeiture of Earnest Money or otherwise or be obligated to complete the purchase of the Property described herein, if the Contract Purchase Price or cost exceeds the reasonable value of the Property established by the Department of Veterans Affairs. The purchaser (Buyer) shall, however, have the privilege and option of proceeding with the consummation of this Contract without regard to the amount of the reasonable value established by the Department of Veterans Affairs.

6.3. Lender Property Requirements. If the lender imposes any written requirements, replacements, removals or repairs, including any specified in the Appraisal (Lender Property Requirements) to be made to the Property (e.g., roof repair, repainting), beyond those matters already agreed to by Seller in this Contract, this Contract terminates on the earlier of three days following Seller’s receipt of the Lender Property Requirements, or Closing, unless prior to termination: (1) the parties enter into a written agreement to satisfy the Lender Property Requirements; (2) the Lender Property Requirements have been completed; or (3) the satisfaction of the Lender Property Requirements is waived in writing by Buyer.

6.4. Cost of Appraisal. Cost of the Appraisal to be obtained after the date of this Contract must be timely paid by [  ] Buyer [  ] Seller. The cost of the Appraisal may include any and all fees paid to the appraiser, appraisal management company, lender’s agent or all three.

Review your contract for specific terms and conditions. Note that modification or deletions to this section of your agreement may apply, and you should consult with your real estate agent for any questions you have. 

Updated 1/1/2022