RealtyWire
NewsMarketsMortgage Agents & BrokeragesLuxuryCommercial Technology & AI
☰
Skip to content

RealtyWire

  • News
  • Housing Market
  • Mortgage
  • Agents & Brokerages
  • Luxury
  • Commercial
  • Technology
  • Markets
  • Submit
    • Submit a News Tip
    • Submit a Notable Sale
    • Submit a Notable Listing
    • Respond to a Quote Request
    • Nominate a Market Expert

Appraisal Contingency

Appraisal Gap Explained: What Buyers and Sellers Should Know

July 3, 2026
Appraisal gap concept with house model, scale, and appraisal paperwork.

An appraisal gap happens when the appraised value is lower than the purchase price. Here’s what buyers and sellers should know.

Categories Housing Market Tags Appraisal Contingency, Appraisal Gap, Home Appraisal, Homebuyers, Mortgage, Real Estate Contracts, Sellers
2026 © RealtyWire
RealtyWire

Real estate news, market trends, and expert insights — powered by the people who know their markets best.

Explore
  • News
  • Markets
  • Mortgage
  • Agents & Brokerages
  • Luxury Real Estate
  • Commercial Real Estate
  • Technology & AI
Source Desk
  • Verify a Source Request
  • How Quotes Work
  • Source Request Topics
  • Submit a News Tip
  • Submit a Notable Sale
  • Agent Pulse Survey
Resources
  • Expert Directory
  • Market Reports
  • Editorial Policy
  • Corrections Policy
  • Terms of Use
  • Privacy Policy
About
  • About Realty Wire
  • Our Team
  • Contact
  • Advertise / Partner
  • Careers
© 2026 Realty Wire LLC. All rights reserved.Privacy PolicyTerms of Use