FAIR Launch Draft
Comparable Sales Sourcing for Appraisal Reports
Comparable-sales sourcing should prioritize relevance, transparent selection criteria, and consistent adjustment logic over raw volume.
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Key points
- Select comps with strong similarity on category, period, and condition.
- Explain why each comp is included and how adjustments are applied.
- Tie final conclusions directly to labeled comp evidence.
FAQ
- Is more comps always better? No, relevance matters more than quantity.
- Should outliers be used? Only with clear justification.
- How to make comp sets review-friendly? Use consistent labels and references.