There are many reasons to obtain an appraisal. The most common reason is for Real Estate and Mortgage Transactions, but we have compiled a list of other reasons you may need to order an appraisal:

• To obtain a loan.
• To lower your tax burden.
• To establish the replacement cost of insurance.
• To contest high property taxes.
• To settle an estate.
• To help you make one of the largest financial decisions in your life.
• To provide a negotiating tool when purchasing real estate.
• To determine a reasonable price when selling real estate.
• To protect your rights in a condemnation case.
• To allow you to obtain a qualified appraisal report.
• Because a government agency such as the IRS requires it.
• You are involved in a lawsuit.