This webinar will provide an opportunity to learn about how appraisals impact homeownership opportunities and the development of affordable housing. Attendees will learn about the affect appraisal gaps have on a home purchase and how Realtors, lenders, and appraisers can work together to close the gap between value and purchase price. This webinar will also discuss appraisals for multifamily rental housing, the appraisal’s importance in credit underwriting, and how grant funding should be considered when analyzing the appraisal. Nonprofits, lenders, and local governments can join and learn about the role appraisals play in your SHIP purchase assistance and development strategies.