Splitting up assets?We realize that divorce is never easy. There are many choices that have to be finalized, including what's going to happen to the home. There are generally two alternatives regarding common real estate - it can be put up for sale and the proceeds split, or one party can "buy out" the other. In either case, one or both parties should order an appraisal of the residence. Contact us if your needs include an appraisal related to a divorce or other allocation of assets. When the intended use of an appraisal is the division of assets, it needs a well-established, professional value conclusion that will hold up to a judge. When you order an appraisal from Carlson Appraisal Services, you are assured the best in service with courtesy and top notch analysis. We understand how to care for the prickly needs of a divorce situation. Attorneys in MI and accountants rely on our analysis when figuring out real property values for estates, divorces, or other disputes where it is material. We have a lot of expertise working with everyone involved and We understand their needs and are used to dealing with all parties involved. We create appraisal documents for courts or various agencies that meet or exceed their requirements. For attorneys handling a divorce, your case's material facts often necessitates an appraisal to establish fair market value for the residential real estate involved. A great deal of the time the divorce date may not be the same as the date you ordered the appraisal. We're experienced with the methods and what is essential to perform a retroactive appraisal with an effective date and Fair Market Value conclusion corresponding to the date of divorce. We work on a reasonable number of divorce appraisals (unfortunately) and we understand that they need to be handled delicately. The ethics provision within the Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice (USPAP) compels us to keep the highest degree of confidentiality, resulting in the utmost discretion. |