What Is an Appraisal Gap? What Homebuyers Need to Know An appraisal gap happens when a home’s appraised value is lower than the purchase price in the contract. For example, if you agree ... Bennett Leckrone October 22, 2026 Buying a Home
What Is a Home Appraisal? How the Appraisal Process Works A home appraisal is an independent professional opinion of a property’s value. Mortgage lenders use ...