Can a case number be canceled and another one requested with a different appraiser?
A. Once an appraisal has been completed, it has a life of six months for existing and twelve months for proposed properties, and should not be canceled. Reconsideration of value as well as transferring to a different lender should be handled in accordance with the HUD HB 4150.2 The case number should not be canceled because the buyer changes, the case number is attached to the property.