The VA Appraisal Checklist Every Veteran Needs Before Buying a Home If you're using your VA loan benefit to buy a home, there’s one thing that can quietly derail your deal… The VA appraisal. Most buyers assume it’s just about value. It’s not. The VA appraiser is also checking the property against Minimum Property Requirements (MPRs)—and if the home doesn’t meet them, your deal can...