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The appraisal principle of substitution states that:

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A) A buyer will pay no more for a property than the cost of acquiring an equally desirable substitute

The principle of substitution holds that a rational, informed buyer will pay no more for a property than the cost of acquiring an equally desirable and available substitute property. This principle underlies the sales comparison approach to appraisal, as it assumes buyers compare similar properties and will not overpay when comparable alternatives exist in the market.

Answer Options
A
A buyer will pay no more for a property than the cost of acquiring an equally desirable substitute
B
A property's value is primarily determined by its location relative to substitutes
C
Property values rise when the supply of substitute properties decreases
D
The highest and best use of a property is determined by substituting alternative uses

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Related Topics:

Appraisal PrinciplesSales Comparison ApproachCost ApproachPrinciple of ConformityPrinciple of Contribution

Key Terms:

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