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What is a valuer ‘conflict of interest’ and when might a lender not accept one?

When does a valuer pick between local sales evidence as comparable versus national sales evidence?

Hope Value – What is it and why do some lenders not want a valuer to take it into account?

For properties that have had planning permission and works completed, why do valuers state that lenders need to check building regulations have been signed off?

What is the definition of ‘Market Value’ and why is it important?

How is the residual method of valuation calculated?

What are the biggest risk areas of a residual valuation for a lender?

Can you explain the concept of a cash value?

What’s meant by a ‘rely on’- and why aren’t they always straightforward?

Why do valuers want to know about a property’s sales history – and why is it important?

If a commercial property is let, what does ‘inside’ and ‘outside’ the Landlord and Tenant Act mean?

Why are technically correct valuation instructions essential?

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