Dividing marital assets?We know that divorce can be very difficult. There are many decisions to worry about, including the fate of the home. There are generally two alternatives when it comes to the house - 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 would be wise to commission an appraisal of the common real estate. 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 the division of assets, it must have a well-supported, authoritative report that will hold up to a judge. When you order an appraisal from Joseph Mier & Associates, you are assured the best in service with courtesy and top notch analysis. We also know how to provide for the prickly needs of a divorce situation. Attorneys in LA and accountants rely on our appraisals when ascertaining what the real property is worth for estates, divorces, or other disputes where it is in question. We have an abundance of expertise dealing with all the parties involved and We understand their needs and are accustomed to dealing with all parties involved. We create appraisal reports for courts or various agencies that meet or exceed their requirements. For lawyers handling a divorce, your case's evidence frequently necessitates an appraisal to establish fair market value for the residential real estate involved. Many times the divorce date differs from the date you requested the appraisal. We're comfortable with the processes and what it means to complete a retroactive appraisal with an effective date and Fair Market Value opinion corresponding to the date of divorce. We handle a reasonable number of divorce appraisals and we understand that they need to be handled delicately. The ethics provision within the Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice (USPAP) dictates confidentiality, guaranteeing you the utmost discretion. |