What are the different methods of property valuation?
It involves property appraisal as one of the prerequisites to the effectivity of real estate business sales in Dubai since it helps the buyers and sellers to put into consideration the real market value of the properties. The following are the recognized methods of property valuation in Dubai; The method in use depends on the type of property being valued as well as its intended use. Here’s a detailed look at the main methods used in property valuation:
Comparable Sales Method
The market approach which is also called the comparable sales method entails the evaluation of the property in question against other properties that have recently been sold within the same region. This method is especially useful for the residential buildings especially if there is a lot of information on the sales prices of such buildings. Pertinently, allowances are provided more in properties depending on its size, condition, locations, and other characteristics to derive at the right valuation.
Cost Approach
The cost approach of property valuation involves comparing the cost of an identical property at the current market or the cost of constructing an entirely new one, reduced by depreciation. This method applies especially in the cases where the property is new or it is the first time that similar property in similar area is being marketed. Basically, it is the process of assessing the cost of the land, the cost of the construction and any costing that went into improving the property and will the costs to reflect the current value of the property in light of deterioration factors.
Income Approach
The income method is accustomed to by markets of commercial properties as well as rental income-generating residential properties. As for a property, it appraises the same depending on the amount of income to be generated. This method involves calculation of the net operating income (NOI) which is expected of the property and then divide the result by capitalization rate in a bid to assess the property’s value.
Profits Method
The profits method is similar to the income approach with the emphasis on the business which may be operating from the property. It can commonly be used for holiday homes such as hotels, movie theaters, and other similar business ventires whereby the value of the property largely depends on the business’s income. The method used to estimate the income involves the following steps; potential income, operation expenses, and capitalization of the remaining income.
Residual Method
The residual method is applied in land and development project. It assesses the value of the land or property with reference to the expected development of that particular land or property. The method requires determination of the gross development value (GDV) of the project after development and then subtracting the development costs, together with a reasonable developer’s profit to arrive at the residual land value.
Factors Affecting Property Valuation
Several factors influence property valuations in Dubai:
- Location: It is a fact that property in ideal places or a property that is close to schools, hospitals, and shopping center have higher value.
- Condition and Age: Properties that have been newly established or property that is in good condition in the old structures are highly preferred than those which are in a bad state and would require a lot of work to be done.
- Size and Features: Big houses and the ones with additional facilities such as swimming pool, garden etc have higher value attached to them.
- Economic Trends: Market factors such as supply and demand, interest rates and the level of economic stability strongly influences property prices.
Importance of Professional Valuation
The use of a registered professional value is important whenever it is to be done in Dubai to avoid manipulation, underestimations or over estimations or even non compliance with the laws of the land. Professional value’s offer a well-explained and comprehensive valuation analysis to their clients when the clients need to decide on matters concerning purchase, disposal or financing of properties.
In conclusion, it is worth stating that knowing these several types of valuation and the factors affecting the property value is crucial to all the stakeholders of the Dubai’s real estate market. Proper property appraisal helps in the proper pricing of properties, realistic returns on investments, and proper strategic managements of resources.
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