🎙️ PODCAST TOPIC: The Truth About Appraisal Costs 🏠💵

Welcome back, real estate enthusiasts! Today we're diving into a topic that confuses TONS of first-time buyers: appraisal payment responsibilities.

🔑 Key Takeaway: As the BUYER, you're paying that appraisal fee—usually $300-$600—even though your lender orders it. Seems backwards, right?

Here's Why This Setup Exists: 🤔

Federal regulations require this structure to keep appraisers INDEPENDENT. If lenders paid, they might pressure appraisers to inflate values. By having YOU pay while the LENDER chooses the appraiser, everyone stays honest! It's actually protecting you from fraud. 🛡️

📅 Payment Timeline:

Most lenders want payment UPFRONT before scheduling your appraisal. Some roll it into closing costs instead. Either way, it's coming from your pocket!

💔 The Painful Part: These fees are typically NON-REFUNDABLE. Deal falls apart? You still pay. Change your mind? You still pay. The appraiser completed their work, so they're keeping that money!

✨ Silver Lining: In competitive situations favoring buyers, sellers sometimes cover this cost as a sweetener. Always worth asking during negotiations!

📱 Need an Appraisal in Charlotte? Call Eagle Home Appraisal at (980) 580-7007

📖 Read More: https://eaglehomeappraisalcharlotte.com/who-usually-pays-for-an-appraisal/

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