got a quick question bayarea, can i order an appraisal on a property even though the bank didn't OK the sale yet?

 

yes sir!

 

A drive by or a full appraisal?

I think with a drive by you have to prove to the appraiser that you have a reason for doing it.

And for a full appraisal you are going to need permission from the current owner.

 

it's a auction property so there is no tenant, i currently won the bid for the house but the bank didn't sign the contract for sale yet and i have to close escrow by the 26th so i want to get as much does as possible.

 

I would call up and order a drive by and then talk to an appraiser about a full inspection.