What Happens When a Home Appraisal Comes in Low?
Friday Sep 18th, 2026
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What Happens When a Home Appraisal Comes in Low? You’ve negotiated the offer, the Agreement of Purchase and Sale has been accepted, and everyone is preparing for closing. Then the lender orders an appraisal — and the property is valued for less than the agreed purchase price. A low appraisal can create a serious issue, particularly when the buyer is relying on mortgage financing to complete the purchase. But it does not automatically mean the transaction is... [read more]
