Are there alternatives to in-person appraisals? November 25, 2020 16:18 Updated Follow For SoFi Home Loans requiring a current appraisal, SoFi requires an in-person appraisal. Related articles Can I close my home loan electronically or remotely? Does SoFi require a property appraisal? Can I roll my closing costs into my home loan? Do I need to have an escrow account? How do I provide documents for my home loan?