Splitting up assets?Divorce settlements involve many decisions, including "Who gets the house". There are generally two alternatives when discussing the house - it can be put on the market and the proceeds split, or one party can "buy out" the other. In either case, one or both parties should order an appraisal of the shared real estate. Contact us if you require an appraisal dealing with a divorce or other division of assets. When the purpose of an appraisal is the division of assets, it should include a well-supported, professional document that is defensible to a judge. When you order an appraisal from Gene McBride Appraisal Service, you are assured the best in service with courtesy and well-supported conclusions. Taking into account the special needs of a divorce situation is not a problem for us. AR attorneys and accountants rely on our analysis when calculating real property values for estates, divorces, or other disputes requiring a value opinion. We have an abundance of expertise working with everyone involved and We understand their needs and are used to dealing with all parties involved. We create appraisal reports that fulfill the requirements of the courts and various agencies. As an attorney handling a divorce, your case's evidence typically needs an appraisal to ascertain fair market value for the residential real estate involved. Many times the divorce date may not be the same as the date you requested the appraisal. We're accustomed to the methods and what it means to do a retroactive appraisal that has an effective date and Fair Market Value estimate matching the date of divorce. We handle many divorce appraisals and we understand that they require prudence with total professionalism. The Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice (USPAP) contains an ethics provision which dictates confidentiality, guaranteeing you the utmost discretion. |