![]() Dividing marital assets?Divorce settlements involve many decisions, including "Who gets the house". There are generally two options when discussing the house - it can be sold and the proceeds split, or one party can "buy out" the other. In either case, one or both parties would be wise to commission an appraisal of the common real estate. Contact us if your needs include an appraisal related to a divorce or other allocation of assets. When the reason for an appraisal is a divorce settlement, it requires a well-supported, expert value conclusion that will hold up to a judge. When you order an appraisal from Joy Appraisals, you are assured the best in service with professional courtesy and well-supported conclusions. Taking into account the sensitive needs of a divorce situation is frequent territory for us. WI attorneys and accountants depend on our analysis when determining what the real property is worth for estates, divorces, or other disputes where it is material. We have a great deal of expertise dealing with all the parties 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 attorneys working with a divorce, your case's research frequently requires an appraisal to determine fair market value for the residential real estate involved. Many times the divorce date may not be the same as the date you requested the appraisal. We're versed in the processes and what's fundamental to perform a retroactive appraisal with an effective date and Fair Market Value estimate that matches the date of divorce. For each divorce appraisal we handle we keep in mind that they need to be handled with total professionalism. The ethics provision within the Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice (USPAP) means the highest amount of confidentiality, ensuring the utmost discretion. |