SAEE SAEE - International Valuation Standards Questions and Answers 2

Question 1

Under International Valuation Standards (IVS), which approach is most appropriate when valuing a specialized property with no comparable market transactions?

Accepted Answer

Cost approach

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Sales comparison approach

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Income capitalization approach

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Profit method

Question 2

What does IVS define as 'market value' in the context of real property valuation?

Accepted Answer

The estimated amount for which an asset should exchange on the valuation date between a willing buyer and seller in an arm's length transaction

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The price a seller is willing to accept under duress

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The insured replacement cost of the property

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The assessed value for property tax purposes

Question 3

According to IVS, what is the primary purpose of identifying the 'highest and best use' of a property?

Accepted Answer

To determine the most probable use that is physically possible, legally permissible, financially feasible, and maximally productive

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To maximize the tax assessment

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To establish the minimum acceptable sale price

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To calculate depreciation for accounting purposes

Question 4

Which IVS standard specifically addresses the valuation of intangible assets?

Accepted Answer

IVS 300

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IVS 200

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IVS 210

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IVS 400

Question 5

Under IVS, what must a valuer disclose if they have a material conflict of interest related to an engagement?

Accepted Answer

The conflict must be disclosed to the client before accepting the engagement

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Nothing, as long as the valuation is objective

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Only disclose if the client specifically asks

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Report it to the local regulatory authority only

Question 6

In IVS, what distinguishes 'fair value' from 'market value'?

Accepted Answer

Fair value considers advantages or disadvantages specific to the parties involved, while market value does not

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Fair value and market value are identical concepts

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Fair value only applies to financial instruments

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Market value includes forced sale conditions while fair value does not