Down Valuation Q&A

Q1. What action can I take if I disagree with the valuation figure?

You should provide comparable SALES evidence of identical/similar properties in the same area where the sale has completed in the last 3 months. Details of properties currently for sale will not be looked at by the valuers.

We will submit these to our original valuer, asking whether the valuation can be amended in light of the comparable sales evidence. In the event that our valuer has taken all aspects into consideration and is unwilling to amend the valuation report, Accord Mortgages is bound to accept the professional opinion of the valuer.

Please note that we do not refund valuation fees in the event of a down valuation.

Q2. Would Accord instruct another valuer?

No, we would not be able to instruct another valuer as the valuer is chosen based on their knowledge of the area and locality.

Q3. What should I do if, due to the down valuation, the Loan to Value (LTV) has exceeded the product limitations?

The following options are available:

• You may reduce the loan amount in line with the LTV of the product.
• You may select a similar product (see 'Products - Important Information' below) in a higher LTV band from the range available at the time of original submission or the range on sale at the point that the down valuation has been received. (Details of withdrawn products are available upon request). You will also need to pay a Product Switching Fee.
• You may cancel the application.

Q4. If I select a product from a higher LTV band, what do I need to do next?

Please note the following:

Further documentation will be required

• Due to the increased risk to Accord Mortgages we will ask you to provide further income documentation appropriate to the LTV banding. Please check our online criteria guide for further details and ask your client to provide the evidence as soon as possible to help avoid delays.

The maximum loan available may decrease

• Please check that the new maximum loan size and the new LTV will cover your client's requirements.

Q5. What happens if the LTV exceeds the amount that Accord Mortgages can provide?

If, due to the valuation, we are unable to offer a product within the required LTV, then we will cancel the application. Neither the valuation fee nor the Mortgage Application Processing fee (where it applies) will be refunded.

Products - Important Information

When selecting a new product please ensure that you choose a product with similar fees and incentives. Please note the following:

Product Switching fee

Accord Mortgages will waive the Product Switching fee where a new product must be selected due to a down valuation.

Paid standard valuations

If the original product had a paid standard valuation incentive then you would either need to select a new product with the same incentive or pay for the cost of the valuation.

Legal fee assistance

If the original product had the legal fee assistance incentive then you would either need to select a new product with the same incentive or pay for the cost of the legal fees.