USPAP RV Resort Appraisal for Lenders
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An RV resort appraisal is a USPAP-compliant valuation that determines the current market value of an existing or proposed RV resort or RV park using the income, sales comparison, and cost approaches. Lenders typically weight the income approach most heavily, using stabilized net operating income, site-type revenue mix, and market cap rates. Sage's RV resort appraisals are bank-ready and support financing, acquisitions, and refinances nationwide. Turnaround is typically 2–4 weeks once site access, financials, and comparable sales data are available. Appraisals differ from feasibility studies: appraisals value a property as-is, as-complete, or as-stabilized, while feasibility studies test the viability of a proposed project before it's built.
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Key Takeaways
- 1.RV resort appraisals use income, sales comparison, and cost approaches, with the income approach typically weighted most heavily.
- 2.USPAP-compliant reports are required for bank financing, acquisitions, and refinances.
- 3.Typical turnaround is 2–4 weeks after site access and financial statements are provided.
- 4.Appraisals value a property as-is, as-complete, or as-stabilized; feasibility studies test proposed project viability instead.
- 5.Sage's RV resort appraisals have supported construction loan closings for clients like Walden Retreats in Austin, TX.
Last updated: January 15, 2025
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“Sage's feasibility study was essential to the success of the first phases of development at our Margaritaville RV Resort in Auburndale. They continue to provide valuable market and financial insights for several of our other new projects. Their unparalleled knowledge of the industry and their unwavering commitment to their clients make them a true asset.”
— Randy Knapp, Owner – Margaritaville RV Resort, Auburndale FL
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— Bygnal Dutson, Founder of Open Sky, Zion, UT
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