Under what condition can a reviewer sign the work under review?

The condition under which a reviewer can sign the work under review is when the reviewer intends to accept responsibility as a co-signor. This is a key aspect of the review process within the appraisal industry. By signing the report, the reviewer is taking on some level of responsibility for the content, findings, and conclusions presented in the appraisal. It signifies that the reviewer has not only examined the work but has also endorsed its accuracy and compliance with relevant standards.

In contrast to the other options, agreeing with the findings or the completion of the appraisal does not automatically grant the reviewer the right to sign. Merely having a verbal agreement does not have the same weight as a formal endorsement through a signature, which carries legal and professional implications. Signing requires the reviewer to be fully cognizant of the work and comfortable with the findings to the extent that they are willing to co-sign and share responsibility. This ensures integrity and accountability in the appraisal process, thereby upholding the standards mandated by the Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice (USPAP).