Why does a property sale need to work around an appraisal for a tax deduction?

When a donor contributes real estate to a charitable trust, they typically need a qualified, independent appraisal to support the value of their charitable deduction. That appraisal has to be conducted properly and independently — it isn't the same as a lender's appraisal for a purchase loan.

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What does an agent do differently to get a multi-unit deal to actually close?

Persistence and buyer qualification matter more than they do on a single-family sale. That means vetting a buyer's financing capacity before accepting an offer, not just after, and being ready to re-list and re-market quickly if a deal falls through instead of losing momentum.

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Why do 4-plex or multi-unit sales fall out of escrow more often than single-family homes?

Multi-unit properties often face tighter buyer financing requirements, more detailed inspections, and a smaller pool of qualified buyers — investors — who are more likely to walk if numbers or condition issues don't pencil out.

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