Dividing assets?Finalizing a divorce involves many decisions, including "Who gets the house". There are generally two options regarding the house - it can be sold 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 commission an appraisal of the residence. Contact us if you require an appraisal related to a divorce or other separation of assets. When the purpose of an appraisal is the division of assets, it needs a well-established, authoritative value conclusion that can be supported during a trial. When you order an appraisal from Chuck Roberts & Associates, you are assured the best in service with professional courtesy and well-supported conclusions. Working through the special challenges of a divorce situation is not a problem for us. California attorneys as well as accountants depend on our analysis when ascertaining what the real property is worth for estates, divorces, or other disputes where it is material. We have a lot of expertise working with everyone involved and can readily handle your needs. We create appraisal reports that meet the requirements of the courts and various agencies. For attorneys dealing with a divorce, your case's material facts often necessitates an appraisal to determine fair market value for the residential real estate involved. Often the divorce date differs from the date you requested the appraisal. We're versed in the methods and what it means to develop a retroactive appraisal that has an effective date and Fair Market Value conclusion matching the date of divorce. For each divorce appraisal we handle we keep in mind that they require prudence delicately. The ethics provision within the Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice (USPAP) means the highest amount of confidentiality, ensuring the utmost discretion. |