If you are getting a divorce, choose Summit Appraisal to provide a realistic value of real estate to be divided.Finalizing a divorce involves many decisions, including "Who gets the house". There are generally two alternatives when discussing real estate - 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 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 allocation of assets. An appraisal for divorce purposes requires a well-supported, expert document that is defensible in court. When you order an appraisal from Summit Appraisal, you are assured the best in service with courtesy and top notch analysis. We understand how to handle the delicate needs of a divorce situation. Attorneys in WA as well as accountants depend on our analysis when figuring out real property values for estates, divorces, or other disputes where it is important. We have a great deal of expertise working with everyone involved and are standing by to assist your needs. We submit appraisal reports for courts or various agencies that meet or exceed their requirements. For lawyers handling a divorce, your case's evidence often needs an appraisal to determine fair market value for the residential real estate involved. A great deal of the time the divorce date may not be the same as the date you requested the appraisal. We are familiar with the processes and the effort requisite to complete a retroactive appraisal with an effective date and Fair Market Value estimate that matches the date of divorce. We perform a reasonable number of divorce appraisals and we understand that they need to be handled delicately. The ethics provision within the Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice (USPAP) dictates confidentiality, ensuring the utmost discretion. |