Do you actually NEED an appraisal? ⚠️ With all the drama surrounding appraisals these days, you may be wondering if you can skip the process altogether. The short answer: maybe. Here are 3️⃣ scenarios where a formal appraisal may be waived ⬇ 🏠 A buyer purchases mortgage insurance 💰 A buyer makes a large down payment 💻 A lender uses an automated valuation model (AVM) Want to learn more about the appraisal process requirements? Contact us, Laurie at 514-575-7984, Shapoor at

Think buyers will pay whatever you want to set your list price for? 💸 You may be surprised! 😲 Don’t forget the bank will send an appraiser to determine the fair value for your house and will not lend more to the buyer than what it’s worth. Which can result in a strong offer fizzling out quickly. Whether you’re buying or selling, the appraisal is a major hurdle in a rapidly appreciating market. But it’s important to remember: you don’t need to manage this process by yourself