If I got my house appraised from a bank a year ago, can I call them to ask for the paperwork?
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If I got my house appraised from a bank a year ago, can I call them to ask for the paperwork?
Asked on October 10, 2012 under Real Estate Law, Pennsylvania
Answers:
SJZ, Member, New York Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 12 years ago | Contributor
Can you ask them for the paperwork? Yes--you can always ask. However, they are under no obligation to provide it to you: the appraisal was done by the bank for their benefit and belongs to them. They are not required by law to give the homeowner a copy after the fact.
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