Valuation - Comparable Method Flashcards
Name the 5 methods of Valuation ?
- Comparative Method
- Investment Method
- Profits Method
- Residual Method
- Depreciated Replacement Cost Method
What’s the difference between and internal and external valuer ?
An internal valuer is employed by a company to value assets of a company for internal purposes.
An external valuer has no material links with the asset being valued.
Name the 3 important steps needed when commencing a valuation instruction ?
- Competence (Correct SUK)
- Independence (no conflicts)
- Terms of Engagement (confirmation of instructions)
Give examples of ‘Statutory due diligence’ needed for valuations ?
Asbestos Reports
Business Rates
EPC rating
Flooding map (SEPA)
Fire safety compliance
Legal title
Planning History
What is the Comparative Method of Valuation ?
The comparative method of valuation is the most widespread valuation method and is typically used to assess market value and market rent for both commercial and residential properties.
When can the Comparative Method of Valuation be used?
When there is a good amount of comparable evidence in the form of rents, yields or sales.
What is the Hierarchy of evidence ?
- Open market transactions
- Lease renewals
- Rent reviews
- 3rd party determinations
- Sale and leasebacks
- Inter company transactions
How can a valuer find relevant comparable evidence ?
- Inspect the area for marketing boards
- Speak to local agents
- Online/In house data bases
Challenges surveyors may face when using the comparative method of valuation ?
Limited transactions
Lack of up to date evidence
Existence of a special purchaser
Are there any RICS Guidance Notes on Comparable Evidence ?
Yes - Comparable Evidence in Real Estate (October 2019)
Define ‘Comparable evidence’
‘Comparable evidence can be defined as ‘an item of information used during the valuation process as evidence to support the value of a similar property’.
Comparable Evidence should be…(5 things)
- Comprehensive (multiple)
- Relevant
- Recent
- Verifiable
- Consistent
What are the RICS Guidance notes of Valuation ?
RICS Valuation –Global Standards
Effective from 31 January 2022
Straight line method
Assume 3 months rent free
When would you don’t recommend a bank loan to the bank
The building of land cannot be insured or it’s not inline with planning