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https://mortgagecenter.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Blog-Hero-template-1600x700_0041_2020-March-9-Appraisal.jpg1600700Appraisals are an important part of the mortgage process. They determine the value of your home in the current market and can affect the amount a lender issues you on your loan. Knowing what an appraisal is, how you can prepare, and what you need to consider before getting one are important parts of the mortgage process.