Yes, you generally have the option to be present during the VA appraisal, and it is often advisable to do so, though you must coordinate this directly with your lender and the assigned appraiser. The VA itself does not prohibit your attendance; however, the scheduling is managed by the lender's appraisal management company, and the appraiser has discretion over whether a homeowner's presence is practical. Your role is to provide access and should be non-interferential—you can point out property features but must not attempt to influence the value. For veterans with service-connected disabilities, the appraisal process includes specific accommodations; the appraiser is required to consider any structural modifications needed for disability access, though this does not directly affect the market value conclusion. Your actionable next steps are: 1) Immediately contact your loan officer to express your desire to be present and have them note this request for the appraiser, and 2) If you require disability-related accommodations for the appraisal visit itself, inform your lender so they can relay this to ensure compliance with VA guidelines. Remember, the appraisal protects you by ensuring the home is a sound investment and meets the VA’s Minimum Property Requirements (MPRs).
*Disclaimer: This information is for educational purposes regarding VA benefits and procedures and is not intended as legal, financial, or medical advice. For definitive guidance on your specific claim or loan, consult with your VA-accredited lender, a Veterans Service Organization (VSO), or the VA directly.*
Official 2026 VA monthly compensation, including the 2.8% COLA increase.
Dependent add-ons start at a 30% rating. Child-only and dependent-parent rates: see the full 2026 pay chart.
| Rating | Monthly (2026, incl. 2.8% COLA) |
|---|---|
| 10% | $180.42 |
| 20% | $356.66 |
| 30% | $552.47 |
| 40% | $795.84 |
| 50% | $1,132.90 |
| 60% | $1,435.02 |
| 70% | $1,808.45 |
| 80% | $2,102.15 |
| 90% | $2,362.30 |
| 100% | $3,938.58 |
Does your rating decision hold up under a real audit?
Upload your decision letter and C&P exams — VetAid's analyzer reads the full file, checks every examiner statement word-for-word against your records, and shows which arguments for a higher rating actually hold. Free, and we never take a cut of your back pay.
Analyze my claim free →Need a deeper analysis?
Our AI checks your situation against outcome data from 1,300,000+ Board of Veterans' Appeals (BVA) decisions (2009–2025).
Analyze Your Claim Free