A low appraisal just cost this buyer $27,000 extra. 1. Your lender won’t give you a dollar more than the appraised value — so if your $600K home appraises at $570K, you’re suddenly scrambling to cover that $27,000 gap out of pocket before closing. → $27,000 2. Home appraisals in Canada cost $350 to $650 in 2026 for a standard property, but complex or rural homes can run $800 to $1,500 or more — and yes, you’re paying this whether the deal closes or not. → $350–$650 3. Your lender orders their own appraisal to protect themselves, not you — if you want an unbiased second opinion before making an offer, hire a private certified appraiser through the Appraisal Institute of Canada. 4. If your appraisal comes in low, you have four options: cover the gap in cash, renegotiate the purchase price, challenge the appraisal with comparable sales, or walk away if your contract has an appraisal condition. → 4 options Full breakdown with verified math 🌐 getwealthy.blog #canadafinance #personalfinance #canadianmoneytalk #moneytips #canada
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