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Immigration Appraisals for Maryland Real Estate
An immigration appraisal is a written opinion of the market value of real property, prepared by a state-certified appraiser, for use as evidence of assets in a U.S. immigration filing such as USCIS Form I-864, Affidavit of Support. LendPort Appraisals, Inc. prepares these reports for residential property in Baltimore City, Baltimore County, and surrounding Maryland counties.
Assignment Facts
- Intended use
- Documentation of the market value of real property listed as an asset in an immigration filing (for example, Form I-864 or Form I-864A).
- Intended users
- The client, the client's immigration attorney, and U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) or the U.S. Department of State, as named in the report.
- Value reported
- Market value, as defined in the report.
- Effective date
- Date of inspection, unless the filing requires a different date.
- Property types
- Single-family, rowhome, townhouse, condominium, and 2–4 unit residential.
- Typical turnaround
- 5 business days typical, measured from engagement, receipt of required documents, and property access. Not guaranteed; the delivery date is confirmed in writing before engagement.
- Geographic coverage
- Primary: Baltimore City and Baltimore County, Maryland. Also: Anne Arundel, Howard, Harford, Carroll, Cecil, Frederick, Montgomery, and Prince George's Counties. Outside these areas, call before ordering to confirm geographic competency.
- Appraiser
- Boris Maslow, Maryland Certified Residential Real Estate Appraiser, License #300 27565; FHA Roster Appraiser.
- USPAP
- Developed and communicated in compliance with the current edition of USPAP.
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What Is Required
- Property address and owner(s) of record
- The filing the report will support, and the name of the attorney if one is involved
- Interior and exterior access for inspection
- Recent improvements, permits, or known condition issues
- HOA or condominium association contact, if applicable
The report states market value only. Lien balances, net equity, and whether the asset qualifies for the filing are determined by the filer and counsel.
The appraiser does not provide legal or immigration advice.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is an immigration appraisal used for?
It documents the market value of real property that a sponsor or household member owns, when that property is listed as an asset in an immigration filing such as Form I-864. The appraisal reports value; USCIS or the Department of State evaluates whether the asset qualifies.
Does USCIS accept an appraisal as evidence of real estate value?
The Form I-864 instructions list an appraisal by a licensed appraiser as acceptable evidence of real estate value. Confirm the current requirements for your specific form with your attorney or the USCIS instructions.
What do I need to provide for an immigration appraisal?
The property address, the names of the owners of record, the filing the report will support, and access to the interior and exterior of the property. Copies of recent permits or improvement records are helpful but not required.
How long does an immigration appraisal take in Baltimore?
5 business days typical, measured from engagement, receipt of required documents, and property access. Not guaranteed; the delivery date is confirmed in writing before engagement.
USPAP Compliance
Reports are developed and communicated in compliance with the current edition of the Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice (USPAP). The appraiser has no present or prospective interest in the subject property and no personal interest or bias with respect to the parties involved. Compensation is not contingent on the development or reporting of a predetermined value, a direction in value that favors the cause of the client, the amount of the value opinion, the attainment of a stipulated result, or the occurrence of a subsequent event. Each report states its intended use and intended users and is not intended for any other use or user.