Handling a divorce? Smith Appraisals has the expertise for these matters.We understand that divorce is a painful process. There are numerous issues to worry about, including what's going to happen to the home. There are generally two choices when discussing real estate - 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 should commission an appraisal of the joint real estate. Contact us if your needs include an appraisal for the purposes of a divorce or other separation of assets. An appraisal for the purpose of assent division must have a well-supported, professional value conclusion that can be supported in court. When you order an appraisal from Smith Appraisals, you are assured the best in service with professional courtesy and the highest quality appraisal. Handling the particular challenges of a divorce situation is somewhat matter-of-fact for us. WV attorneys and accountants depend on our appraisals when determining what the real property is worth for estates, divorces, or other disputes needing a value opinion. We have a great deal of expertise working with everyone 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. For lawyers representing a client in a divorce, your case's material facts often requires an appraisal to establish fair market value for the residential real estate involved. Many times the divorce date differs from the date you purchased the appraisal. We're versed in the processes and what is elementary to develop 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 require prudence with the utmost care. The ethics provision within the Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice (USPAP) compels us to keep the highest degree of confidentiality, ensuring the utmost discretion. |