Dividing assets?We understand that divorce is never easy. There are numerous decisions to worry about, including the status of the shared residence. There are generally two options when it comes to real estate - it can be put on the market and the proceeds split, 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 residence. Contact us if your needs include an appraisal dealing with a divorce or other separation of assets. When the intended use of an appraisal is a divorce settlement, it requires a well-established, authoritative document that is defensible during a trial. Dianna J. Joseph, Appraiser guarantees an exceptional level of service with courtesy and top notch analysis. Taking into account the particular challenges of a divorce situation is somewhat matter-of-fact for us. Attorneys in IL as well as accountants rely on our analysis 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 are ready to assist with your needs. We provide appraisal reports for courts or various agencies that meet or exceed their requirements. For attorneys working with a divorce, your case's material facts often requires an appraisal to ascertain fair market value for the residential real estate involved. Many times the divorce date differs from the date you purchased the appraisal. We're comfortable with the procedures and the effort fundamental to develop a retroactive appraisal with an effective date and Fair Market Value conclusion that matches the date of divorce. For each divorce appraisal we perform we keep in mind that they require prudence with total professionalism. The ethics provision within the Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice (USPAP) compels us to keep the highest degree of confidentiality, guaranteeing you the utmost discretion. |