David Bunton

Mr. Bunton is president of The Appraisal Foundation and has served as the senior staff member of The Appraisal Foundation since May of 1990. As President, he is the chief executive officer of the Foundation.

Prior to joining The Appraisal Foundation, he served as the Vice President of Government Affairs and Communications for the Federal Asset Disposition Association. He also previously served as a legislative assistant in the U.S. Senate for eight years and was a Congressional Chief of Staff in the House of Representatives for four years.

Mr. Bunton holds a BA degree in Government and Politics from the University of Maryland.

Common Myths About Appraisals in the Home Buying Process

Wednesday, March 26, 2014

David Bunton

At The Appraisal Foundation, we often encounter misperceptions about the role of appraisals in the home buying process. From first time homebuyers to seasoned real estate professionals, there is often confusion about the purpose of an appraisal, how it is ordered and carried out, and what type of communication is allowed with appraisers. Dispelling these misunderstandings is critical to educating borrowers, lenders, real estate brokers, and homebuilders on the central role of appraisals in the mortgage process.