@Kevin Larson I agree with David that the appraisal is fee based and not based on the outcome but you might have other recourse. 

Analyze the deals like an appraiser to ensure the best outcome. 

You can earn more money than you once thought possible if you follow the right steps, and you will be pleased with the outcome.

What do you think is the likely outcome here and what can I expect moving forward?

What was the outcome?

Creating 4th bedroom in the basement.What was the outcome?

What was the outcome?

What was the outcome?

. - Fixed damaged plaster areas roughly 600 sqft total, I had to remove old damaged plaster, install new sheetrock and merge it with the plaster mud tape and texture these areas, mostly ceiling and in closets upstairs where the roof had leaked causing damage to the plaster- Updated the kitchen- Updated the bathroom - New carpet- Cleaned and painted walls- Fixed electrical issues- Fixed plumbing What was the outcome?

. - Fixed damaged plaster areas roughly 600 sqft total, I had to remove old damaged plaster, install new sheetrock and merge it with the plaster mud tape and texture these areas, mostly ceiling and in closets upstairs where the roof had leaked causing damage to the plaster- Updated the kitchen- Updated the bathroom - New carpet- Cleaned and painted walls- Fixed electrical issuesWhat was the outcome?