Splitting up assets?We realize that divorce is a painful process. There are countless choices that have to be settled, including the status of the house. There are generally two options when it comes to 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 would be wise to order an appraisal of the joint real estate. Contact us if you require an appraisal for the purposes of a divorce or other allocation of assets. When the purpose of an appraisal is a divorce settlement, it requires a well-established, expert value conclusion that can be supported in court. When you order an appraisal from Joseph McKenzie, you are assured the best in service with professional courtesy and well-supported conclusions. We understand how to provide for the prickly needs of a divorce situation. OR attorneys as well as accountants depend on our appraisals when ascertaining real property values for estates, divorces, or other disputes depending on a value opinion. We have an abundance of expertise working with everyone involved and We understand their needs and are accustomed to dealing with all parties involved. We provide appraisal documents that meet the requirements of the courts and various agencies. For lawyers representing a client in a divorce, your case's research typically requires an appraisal to establish fair market value for the residential real estate involved. A great deal of the time the divorce date differs from the date you ordered the appraisal. We're versed in the procedures and what is essential to perform a retroactive appraisal that has an effective date and Fair Market Value estimate matching the date of divorce. We work on a reasonable number of 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 binds us with confidentiality, ensuring the utmost discretion. |