Dividing assets?Divorce settlements involve many decisions, including "Who gets the house". There are generally two options 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 get an appraisal of the residence. Contact us if you require an appraisal for the purposes of a divorce or other separation of assets. A divorce appraisal must have a well-established, expert value conclusion that is defensible in court. Janet MacRae (508) 832-6322 guarantees an exceptional level of service with courtesy and the highest quality appraisal. Working through the particular needs of a divorce situation is familiar territory for us. Attorneys in MA 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 dealing with all the parties involved and We understand their needs and are used to dealing with all parties involved. We provide appraisal reports for courts or various agencies that meet or exceed their requirements. As an attorney handling a divorce, your case's material facts typically needs an appraisal to determine fair market value for the residential real estate involved. A lot of the time the divorce date differs from the date you requested the appraisal. We're experienced with the procedures and what's necessary to complete a retroactive appraisal with an effective date and Fair Market Value conclusion that matches the date of divorce. For each divorce appraisal we perform we remain conscious of the fact that they require prudence delicately. The ethics provision within the Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice (USPAP) means the highest amount of confidentiality, resulting in the utmost discretion. |