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appraisal

[uh-pray-zuhl] / əˈpreɪ zəl /


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On Monday, the company launched a new broadside that would have the investors’ shares thrown out of appraisal proceedings, which ask the Delaware Court of Chancery to declare the fair value of the company.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 21, 2026

That could be a critical, overlooked detail in an appeal or appraisal, as it could undermine the insurer’s position.

From MarketWatch ● Aug. 18, 2026

But Araghchi said a full reopening of the typically busy maritime route depended on other conditions being met, of which he provided a cursory appraisal.

From BBC ● Aug. 8, 2026

He added that the valuations were established through the federal government’s required appraisal process, using independent appraisers who determined objective fair market value.

From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 7, 2026

This turned out to be an accurate appraisal of the lawyer’s then immediate future, now his receding past.

From "The Milagro Beanfield War" by John Nichols

First, Caine is known to be cautious in his appraisals.

From Slate ● Feb. 24, 2026

She says the Board of Review’s assessments are more in line with industry standards on commercial appraisals.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Dec. 22, 2025

If you found any prior appraisals, that would be a big help.

From MarketWatch ● Nov. 25, 2025

Mortgage lenders generally are averse to carrying existing loans over to new borrowers or new properties, at least without new appraisals, credit checks and other paperwork.

From Los Angeles Times ● Nov. 18, 2025

“I would be happy to do appraisals for you. What sort of gems?”

From "Ruby Holler" by Sharon Creech




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