How Appraisers Classify a Bedroom in Virginia
A bedroom count involves layout, safety, code questions, lender reporting, and market evidence. Learn why a closet or listing label alone does not settle the issue.
How Appraisers Adjust for Square Footage
Square-footage adjustments are based on market evidence, not a fixed rate per foot. Learn how measurements, comparable sales, and other differences affect the analysis.
Home Appraisal After a Disaster: Flood, Fire & Storm Damage
I explain how home appraisals work after flood, fire, or storm damage, which value date you need, what records help, and how repair costs and rebuilding rules fit.