Who orders a desk review
Lenders order desk reviews for quality control and on higher-risk files. Lawyers order them when a value is disputed. Borrowers sometimes request one when they believe an appraisal is wrong.
- Completeness and accuracy of the report
- Choice of comparable sales and adjustments
- Whether the conclusions are supported
- Compliance with professional standards
What a desk review is not
A desk review does not include a site visit and does not always give a new value. If a new value is needed, the reviewer may recommend a field review or a new appraisal.
Order a desk review through AppraisalDesk
Upload the report you want reviewed and tell us why you need the review. We assign a qualified appraiser who did not prepare the original report.
- See the price before you place the order
- Your order is assigned to a qualified local appraiser
- Real-time updates by text and email, and online order tracking
- The borrower can pay online by secure link
- Download the report online and message the appraiser
Frequently asked questions
What do I do if my appraisal came in low?
Talk to your broker or lender first. A desk review by another qualified appraiser can check whether the comparable sales and adjustments support the value.
Does a desk review include a site visit?
No. It is a review of the report and its data. If a new value is needed, the reviewer may recommend a field review or a new appraisal.
How much does an appraisal review cost?
It depends on the report and the purpose of the review. Each file is different, and you see the price before you order.
Will a desk review change my appraised value?
Not by itself. It gives an opinion on whether the original report is supported. Your lender decides what to do with the findings.