{"id":61412,"date":"2025-08-14T17:12:01","date_gmt":"2025-08-15T00:12:01","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.homelight.com\/blog\/?p=61412"},"modified":"2025-09-24T09:28:25","modified_gmt":"2025-09-24T16:28:25","slug":"what-happens-if-an-appraiser-makes-a-mistake","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.homelight.com\/blog\/what-happens-if-an-appraiser-makes-a-mistake\/","title":{"rendered":"What Happens If an Appraiser Makes a Mistake?"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You\u2019ve finally found a buyer, and the home inspection went smoothly. The finish line was in sight, but then the buyer\u2019s appraisal came in low. However, something feels off, and you\u2019re asking, \u201cWhat happens if an appraiser makes a mistake?\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In this post, we\u2019ll cover the types of mistakes that can occur, how to spot them, and what you can do if you think the appraiser got it wrong.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\n\n\n\n\n<div class=\"geo-cta widget-cta widget-cta--content     widget-cta--dark widget-cta--dark-blue-gradient\">\n    <div class=\"widget-element--content\">\n        <div class=\"widget-element--content-header\">\n            <img decoding=\"async\" alt=\"homelight logo\" class=\"widget-element--logo\" src=\"https:\/\/www.homelight.com\/blog\/wp-content\/themes\/ccprototypev5\/images\/logo-small-cta.png\" width=\"106\" height=\"25\" \/>\n        <\/div>\n        \n                <h3 class=\"cta-headline widget--bold\">Check Your Home Value for Free<\/h3>\n                        <p>How much equity have you gained in this crazy market? HomeLight&#8217;s tool uses recent sales records, market trends, and your home&#8217;s last sales price to provide a preliminary estimate of value in under two minutes.<\/p>\n        \n                <div class=\"widget-element--buttons\">\n            <a data-type=\"In Content CTA\" href=\"https:\/\/www.homelight.com\/simple-home-value\/quiz?#\/qaas=0\/\" class=\"cta-click-track widget-element--button\">Get Estimate <\/a>\n        <\/div>\n                    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<\/span><\/p>\n<div id=\"section--1\" data-toc-header=\"Common types of home appraisal mistakes\" data-toc-type=\"head\"><\/div>\n<h2>Common types of home appraisal mistakes<\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Most home appraisers follow what\u2019s known as the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.appraisalinstitute.org\/insights-and-resources\/resources\/standards-of-professional-practice\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (USPAP). While this guide can help them be objective, there\u2019s always room for human error. Mistakes happen.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Some appraisal mistakes stem from incorrect data collection, others from judgment calls about your home\u2019s condition or comparable sales. Let\u2019s take a look at some of the most common errors home sellers may encounter on an appraisal report:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Property details are listed wrong<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.homelight.com\/blog\/how-to-measure-square-footage-of-a-house\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Square footage<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, bedroom or bathroom count, lot size, or other physical features may be recorded incorrectly, which can skew the value of your home up or down.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Missed upgrades or improvements<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.homelight.com\/blog\/which-renovations-increase-home-value\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Renovations<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, energy-efficient systems, or premium finishes can be overlooked or undervalued if they are not properly documented. Perhaps the upgrades are not obvious or visible. In some cases, unpermitted work may not be given full value, or the lender may not allow it.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Fautly comps were applied<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: The appraiser may rely on outdated or less <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.homelight.com\/blog\/comps-for-my-house\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">comparable sales<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (including distressed sales) or pull from a less desirable area, rather than picking from the most relevant nearby sales and explaining adjustments.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Overlooked sales history:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> An appraiser may fail to analyze and report the home\u2019s prior sale\/listing history (typically the past 36 months and 12 months for nearby comps), which can affect the credibility of the appraiser\u2019s value opinion.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Condition misjudgment<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Thican may simply be a case of overstating wear and tear, or inadvertently downplaying your home\u2019s upkeep, which can result in a lower valuation.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Basic geographic errors<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Using comps from across a busy highway, in a different school district, or from a neighborhood with different market conditions can lead to inaccurate value estimates.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Ignoring local market trends:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> An inexperienced appraiser may fail to recognize and adjust for a changing local market, which might include other factors like a large employer building a coveted business nearby.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Unsupported adjustments:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> A mistake may occur when adjustments are made without a solid basis or when an appraiser uses generic &#8220;boilerplate&#8221; statements instead of providing a detailed analysis. Adjustments should be supported by data and clearly explained.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Failure to disclose appraisal assistance:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> According to USPAP, an appraiser must disclose any significant assistance provided by others, such as another professional or trainee, and identify them in the report.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Omissions or vague language:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Not providing enough detail about the scope of work, reasoning, or support for conclusions can undermine the report\u2019s credibility.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Clerical and calculation errors<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Math mistakes or typos in adjustments are typical human errors that can throw off your home\u2019s final value number.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Failure to analyze the purchase contract:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> USPAP and lender guidelines require analyzing the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.homelight.com\/blog\/what-is-a-purchase-agreement\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">purchase agreement<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> for your home, including the price, concessions, and terms. Skipping or glossing over this can cause an appraiser to overlook key context that affects value.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div id=\"section--2\" data-toc-header=\"How often do home appraisals come in low?\" data-toc-type=\"head\"><\/div>\n<h2>How often do home appraisals come in low?<\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Low appraisals happen more often than you might think, especially in shifting markets. According to data from Fannie Mae and Cotality (formerly CoreLogic), roughly <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.homelight.com\/blog\/how-often-do-home-appraisals-come-in-low\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">8%\u20139%<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> of appraisals come in below contract price nationally, though this rate can rise during periods of rapid price increases or in areas with limited comparable sales.<\/span><\/p>\n<div id=\"section--3\" data-toc-header=\"Signs your low appraisal might be wrong\" data-toc-type=\"head\"><\/div>\n<h2>Signs your low appraisal might be wrong<\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.homelight.com\/blog\/what-can-lower-appraisal\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">low appraisal<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> isn\u2019t always the result of an actual mistake. Sometimes it reflects changing market conditions, overly aggressive pricing by the seller, or unique property features that are harder to quantify. But certain red flags can suggest your appraiser\u2019s report deserves a closer look.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Below is a list of signs that your low appraisal might be wrong. If any of these sound familiar, it\u2019s worth having your real estate agent dig deeper and see if you have grounds to challenge the appraisal.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>The appraiser seemed unfamiliar with your neighborhood:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> If they didn\u2019t ask about local nuances or used comps from across town, it may have affected the value estimate.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Major improvements are missing from the report:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> If your <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.homelight.com\/blog\/how-much-to-remodel-a-kitchen\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">kitchen remodel,<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> new roof, or energy upgrades don\u2019t appear, the value may not reflect your investment.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Comparable sales feel outdated or off-base:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Comps from months ago in a fast-rising market \u2014 or from less desirable areas \u2014 can skew the results.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>The home\u2019s details don\u2019t match reality:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> The square footage, bedroom\/bath count, and lot size in the report may differ from public records or recent measurements.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Descriptions seem vague or inaccurate:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> If the report\u2019s condition notes downplay your home\u2019s upkeep or use generic language, important details could be overlooked.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div id=\"section--4\" data-toc-header=\"How to dispute a low home appraisal\" data-toc-type=\"head\"><\/div>\n<h2>How to dispute a low home appraisal<\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you\u2019ve spotted red flags in your appraisal report, you may be able to challenge it through the buyer\u2019s lender. While you can\u2019t contact the appraiser directly, you or your agent can submit a <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.usbank.com\/home-loans\/mortgage\/reconsideration-of-value.html\"><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">reconsideration of value<\/span><\/i><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (ROV) \u2014 a formal request for the lender to review the appraisal and consider a revised value based on additional evidence.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Here\u2019s how to approach the process:<\/span><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Work with your agent:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Share the report and your concerns so your agent can help identify specific errors, missing data, or poor comparable sales.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Gather strong evidence:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> This might include photos of upgrades, receipts, contractor invoices, and a list of recent, relevant sales that support a higher value.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Organize your rebuttal:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Present your points clearly and factually. Use data from credible sources, such as <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.homelight.com\/blog\/what-is-the-mls\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">MLS<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> records, county property records, and recent sales reports.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Submit through the lender:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Your agent or the buyer\u2019s agent will provide the documentation to the buyer\u2019s lender, who can forward it to the appraiser for review.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Be ready for next steps:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> The lender may have the appraiser revise the report, order a second appraisal, or decline the request if the evidence isn\u2019t compelling.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\n\n\n\n\n<div class=\"geo-cta widget-cta widget-cta--content     widget-cta--dark widget-cta--dark-blue-gradient\">\n    <div class=\"widget-element--content\">\n        <div class=\"widget-element--content-header\">\n            <img decoding=\"async\" alt=\"homelight logo\" class=\"widget-element--logo\" src=\"https:\/\/www.homelight.com\/blog\/wp-content\/themes\/ccprototypev5\/images\/logo-small-cta.png\" width=\"106\" height=\"25\" \/>\n        <\/div>\n        \n                <h3 class=\"cta-headline widget--bold\">Did a Canceled Deal Spoil Your Own Selling Plans?<\/h3>\n                        <p>Start making offers again without waiting to sell your home. HomeLight&#8217;s Buy Before You Sell program can unlock a portion of your equity upfront to put toward your next home. Make a strong offer with no home sale contingency.<\/p>\n        \n                <div class=\"widget-element--buttons\">\n            <a data-type=\"In Content CTA\" href=\"https:\/\/www.homelight.com\/buy-before-you-sell\" class=\"cta-click-track widget-element--button\">Get Started<\/a>\n        <\/div>\n                    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<\/span><\/p>\n<div id=\"section--5\" data-toc-header=\"How to save your sale after a low appraisal\" data-toc-type=\"head\"><\/div>\n<h2>How to save your sale after a low appraisal<\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If your dispute doesn\u2019t raise the value \u2014 or doesn\u2019t raise it enough \u2014 your deal isn\u2019t necessarily dead. You still have several ways to keep your sale moving forward. Your agent can help you weigh which of these options makes the most sense based on your selling situation:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Negotiate with the buyer:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> While it\u2019s not ideal, you could agree to lower the price, split the difference, or offer other <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.homelight.com\/blog\/seller-concession-examples\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">concessions<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to help bridge the gap.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Ask your buyer to cover the shortfall:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Some buyers may have the cash to pay the difference between the appraised value and the purchase price.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Explore another lender:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> If time allows, the buyer might try a different mortgage lender, which could result in a new appraisal.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Try to attract a cash buyer:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> If the deal falls apart, relisting and targeting <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.homelight.com\/blog\/what-is-a-cash-offer-in-real-estate\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">cash buyers<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> can eliminate the need for an appraisal altogether.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Offer creative incentives:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> To sweeten the deal, you could offer to cover some of the buyer\u2019s <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.homelight.com\/blog\/what-are-closing-costs\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">closing costs<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> or include certain appliances, furniture, or extras like a pool table. You might also offer a quick closing or even a <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.homelight.com\/blog\/what-is-a-home-warranty-when-selling-a-house\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">home warranty<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div id=\"section--6\" data-toc-header=\"Can you change an appraiser\u2019s opinion?\" data-toc-type=\"head\"><\/div>\n<h2>Can you change an appraiser\u2019s opinion?<\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Appraisers must follow the USPAP, which requires that any changes to their report be supported by credible evidence. That means the only real path to a new value is through presenting solid, verifiable information that was missing, overlooked, or misinterpreted in the original appraisal.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">An ROV is the primary way to trigger this review. If the appraiser agrees that the evidence is compelling, they may revise the report. However, in many cases, if the appraiser stands by their original opinion, the lender won\u2019t overrule them without ordering a second appraisal.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The bottom line: you can\u2019t \u201ctalk\u201d an appraiser into changing their mind, but you can provide solid, persuasive data that compels them to take another look.<\/span><\/p>\n<div id=\"section--7\" data-toc-header=\"Appraisal bias and discrimination\" data-toc-type=\"head\"><\/div>\n<h2>Appraisal bias and discrimination<\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">While most appraisers strive to be impartial, bias in the appraisal process has become a documented concern, particularly for Black, Latino, and other minority homeowners.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Studies by the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.fhfa.gov\/blog\/insights\/underappraisal-disparities-and-time-adjustments\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Federal Housing Finance Agency<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (FHFA) and <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.fanniemae.com\/media\/42541\/display\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Freddie Mac<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> have found patterns in which homes in majority-minority neighborhoods are more likely to be undervalued compared to similar homes in majority-white areas. Such <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.homelight.com\/blog\/buyer-what-is-steering-in-real-estate\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">housing discrimination has been occurring<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> for generations.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Bias can take many forms, including:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Neighborhood-based bias:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Using less favorable comps from nearby areas that don\u2019t reflect your home\u2019s market value.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Cultural or racial bias:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Allowing conscious or unconscious perceptions about the homeowner or neighborhood to affect value.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Overlooking relevant market data:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Ignoring higher-value comps in the immediate area without explanation.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you believe discrimination played a role in your low appraisal:<\/span><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Document your concerns:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Keep a copy of the appraisal, notes from the inspection, and any evidence that bias influenced the valuation.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>File a complaint:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> You can submit complaints to the lender, your state appraisal board, or the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.consumerfinance.gov\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Consumer Financial Protection Bureau<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (CFPB).<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Contact HUD:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development accepts <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.hud.gov\/reporthousingdiscrimination\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Fair Housing Act complaints<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> related to appraisal bias.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Request a second appraisal:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> If possible, work with the lender to have a different appraiser re-evaluate your property.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<div id=\"section--8\" data-toc-header=\"A low appraisal doesn\u2019t mean a canceled sale\" data-toc-type=\"head\"><\/div>\n<h2>A low appraisal doesn\u2019t mean a canceled sale<\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A low appraisal can feel like a major setback, but it doesn\u2019t have to squash your sale. Gather strong evidence and work with your agent to request a reconsideration of value. If, after all your efforts, the value opinion doesn\u2019t change, you still have options \u2014 from negotiating with the buyer to exploring a new appraisal.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you\u2019re trying to buy a new home but selling your current home is delayed, check out HomeLight\u2019s <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.homelight.com\/buy-before-you-sell\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Buy Before You Sell program<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. This modern solution unlocks your current equity to streamline the process. You can move forward with a <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.homelight.com\/blog\/buyer-non-contingent\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">non-contingent offer<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> on your new home \u2014 and you only need to move once. Watch <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=Kg9IaIHZ6Mo\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">this short video<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to learn more.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><em>Header Image Source: (Pavel Danilyuk \/ Pexels)<\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>What happens if an appraiser makes a mistake? 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