Divorce Appraisals

A divorce can be an especially traumatic ordeal for all parties, and it is often even more complicated by the decision of who keeps the home. Regardless of the situation, it's wise to get an appraisal from Richard Kane & Associates. We will correctly value your home in order to mitigate any possible disputes. The appraisal report we provide, will let you know what your home is really worth.

Finalizing a divorce involves many decisions, including "Who gets the house"? There are generally two options regarding the house - it can be sold and the proceeds divided, or one party can "buy out" the other. In either case, one or both parties should order an appraisal of the residence. Divorce appraisals require a well supported, professional appraisal that is defensible in court. When you order an appraisal from us, you are assured that you will get the best in professional service, courtesy, and the highest quality appraisal. We also know how to handle the sensitive needs of a divorce situation.

Attorneys and Accountants rely on our values when calculating real property values for estates, divorces, or other disputes requiring a value being placed on real property. We understand their needs and are used to dealing with all parties involved. We provide appraisal reports that meet the requirements of the courts and various agencies.

As an attorney handling a divorce, your needs oftentimes include an appraisal to establish fair market value for the residential real estate involved. Often the divorce date differs from the date you order the appraisal. We are familiar with the procedures and requirements necessary to perform a retroactive appraisal with an effective date and Fair Market Value estimate matching the date of divorce. The ethics provision within the Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice (USPAP) binds us with confidentiality, ensuring the fullest degree of discretion.

Choosing a professional and experienced appraiser is important. For example, if one spouse wants to buy out the other, they may claim the home is worth less than it really is. Meanwhile, the other spouse may feel the house is worth more. We provide an unbiased valuation of your property and give you the peace of mind that you have an accurate valuation.