Splitting up marital assets?Finalizing a divorce involves many decisions, including "Who gets the house". There are generally two options regarding the house - it can be put up for sale 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 commission an appraisal of the shared real estate. Contact us if your needs include an appraisal dealing with a divorce or other division of assets. When the purpose of an appraisal is a divorce settlement, it should include a well-supported, authoritative report that can be supported during a trial. When you order an appraisal from Spencer Appraisal Services, Inc., you are assured the best in service with courtesy and top notch analysis. Taking into account the particular conditions of a divorce situation is somewhat matter-of-fact for us. Attorneys in PA as well as accountants depend on our analysis 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 dealing with all the parties involved and We understand their needs and are used to dealing with all parties involved. We create appraisal reports that fulfill the requirements of the courts and various agencies. For legal professionals handling a divorce, your case's material facts often needs an appraisal to establish fair market value for the residential real estate involved. Often the divorce date can be different from the date you purchased the appraisal. We're versed in the techniques and requirements fundamental to do a retroactive appraisal with an effective date and Fair Market Value conclusion that matches the date of divorce. We perform a reasonable number of divorce appraisals and we understand that they require prudence with total professionalism. The ethics provision within the Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice (USPAP) dictates confidentiality, ensuring the utmost discretion. |