![]() Divorce Appraisals in the state of VA by Harley AppraisalsFinalizing a divorce involves many decisions, including "Who gets the house". There are generally two options regarding the shared residence - it can be put on the market and the proceeds divvied up, or one party can "buy out" the other. In either case, one or both parties would find it in their best interest to get an appraisal of the joint real estate. Contact us if you require an appraisal dealing with a divorce or other separation of assets. When the intended use of an appraisal is the division of assets, it must have a well-supported, professional document that can be supported to a judge. When you order an appraisal from Harley Appraisals, you are assured the best in service with professional courtesy and well-supported conclusions. Through experience and education, we've learned how to provide for the sensitive needs of a divorce situation. VA 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 an abundance of expertise working with everyone involved and are ready to assist with your needs. We create appraisal reports for courts or various agencies that meet or exceed their requirements. For attorneys representing a client in a divorce, your case's research frequently necessitates an appraisal to ascertain fair market value for the residential real estate involved. Many times the divorce date differs from the date you ordered the appraisal. We're accustomed to the techniques and what is imperative to perform a retroactive appraisal with an effective date and Fair Market Value conclusion matching the date of divorce. We work on a reasonable number of divorce appraisals (unfortunately) and we understand that they need to be handled delicately. The Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice (USPAP) contains an ethics provision which dictates confidentiality, ensuring the utmost discretion. |