The current widespread misuse of the word “appraisal” may not uproot long-established mores, but everyone should raise their antenna a bit if they’re attempting to suggest a CMA is not an appraisal.
Source: Inman News
Is a CMA an appraisal? Contrary to popular belief — it is
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