Dividing assets?We realize that divorce is never easy. There are many issues to worry about, including what to do with the house. There are generally two alternatives when it comes to the house - it can be put up for sale and the proceeds divided, or one party can "buy out" the other. In either case, one or both parties would find it in their best interest to order an appraisal of the residence. Contact us if you require an appraisal dealing with a divorce or other separation of assets. When the purpose of an appraisal is the division of assets, it should include a well-established, expert report that is defensible during a trial. Westside Appraisal Group guarantees the very best in service with courtesy and top notch analysis. We understand how to care for the sensitive needs of a divorce situation. Attorneys in CA as well as accountants rely on our opinions when determining real property values for estates, divorces, or other disputes requiring a value opinion. We have a great deal of expertise working with everyone involved and are ready to assist with your needs. We create appraisal reports for courts or various agencies that meet or exceed their requirements. For legal professionals working with a divorce, your case's evidence regularly needs an appraisal to establish fair market value for the residential real estate involved. Often the divorce date may not be the same as the date you requested the appraisal. We're comfortable with the processes and what is essential to do a retroactive appraisal with an effective date and Fair Market Value estimate corresponding to the date of divorce. We work on many divorce appraisals (unfortunately) and we understand that they require prudence delicately. The Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice (USPAP) contains an ethics provision which compels us to keep the highest degree of confidentiality, ensuring the utmost discretion. |