The increase in a property's value over time. For example, if a house purchased for $700,000 is now worth $850,000, it has appreciated by $150,000 (or about 21.4%). Appreciation is influenced by market conditions, local demand, infrastructure, and economic factors.
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What is Appreciation?
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