Dividing assets?Divorce settlements involve many decisions, including "Who gets the house". There are generally two options regarding real estate - it can be put on the market and the proceeds divided, or one party can "buy out" the other. In either case, one or both parties should get an appraisal of the common real estate. Contact us if you require an appraisal dealing with a divorce or other division of assets. A divorce appraisal requires a well-supported, expert report that is defensible during a trial. When you order an appraisal from Casey R. Brossette, you are assured the best in service with courtesy and well-supported conclusions. Working through the special needs of a divorce situation is frequent territory for us. LA attorneys and accountants rely on our opinions when determining what the real property is worth for estates, divorces, or other disputes where it is crucial. We have an abundance of expertise dealing with all the parties involved and are standing by to assist your needs. We submit appraisal documents for courts or various agencies that meet or exceed their requirements. As an attorney handling a divorce, your case's evidence frequently necessitates an appraisal to establish fair market value for the residential real estate involved. Often the divorce date may not be the same as the date you purchased the appraisal. We're comfortable with the methods and what's necessary to complete a retroactive appraisal with an effective date and Fair Market Value estimate matching the date of divorce. We perform a reasonable number of divorce appraisals (unfortunately) and we understand that they require prudence delicately. The Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice (USPAP) contains an ethics provision which binds us with confidentiality, ensuring the utmost discretion. |